Illustrative photo Hall O’ Metal 5 2027 in Differdange, Luxembourg – Thrash Metal Festival
Hall O’ Metal 5 takes place on 30 January 2027 at Hall O in Differdange, Luxembourg. This indoor thrash metal festival features bands including Grindpad, Godslave and Fusion Bomb for an intense night of metal. Tickets via Weezevent.
Illustrative photo Tegernsee Montgolfiade 2027: Hot Air Balloon Festival in the Alps
From 30 January to 7 February 2027, hot air balloons light up the winter sky over Lake Tegernsee. The 26th Montgolfiade features passenger flights, an atmospheric balloon glow and a lakeside program in Bad Wiessee.
Illustrative photo Kotor Winter Carnival 2027 – Masquerade Balls, Parade & Visitor Guide
Each February, Kotor's medieval Old Town comes alive with Venice-inspired masquerade balls, colourful costume parades and the dramatic burning of the carnival effigy on the shores of the Bay of Kotor. One of the Adriatic's most atmospheric winter festivals.
Illustrative photo Rockin' Race Jamboree 2027: Rockabilly Festival in Torremolinos
The Rockin' Race Jamboree 2027 brings international rockabilly and rhythm and blues acts to Torremolinos from February 3 to 7. Concerts, DJs and a classic car show take place across several venues in town.
Illustrative photo Eupen Carnival 2027 – Rose Monday Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
From 4 to 8 February 2027, Eupen in the German-speaking Community of Belgium celebrates its traditional Rhineland-style carnival. The highlight is the Rose Monday parade on 8 February from 12:30 at Werthplatz, featuring over 60 groups, floats and brass bands. Free admission.
Illustrative photo Carnival of Cádiz 2027: Dates and Street Festival Program
The Carnival of Cádiz 2027 runs from February 4 to 14, filling the entire old town with parades, the pregón and countless chirigotas. The official competition at the Gran Teatro Falla has already been running since early January.
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Illustrative photo Torres Vedras Carnival 2027: Portugal's Most Satirical Carnival
Torres Vedras Carnival is known as Portugal's most satirical and most Portuguese carnival: floats packed with sharp political commentary, Matrafonas, Cabeçudos and Zés Pereiras turn this city north of Lisbon into a week of true grassroots festivity. Note: the exact 2027 dates have not yet been officially confirmed.
Illustrative photo Let It Roll Festival 2027: The World's Biggest Drum and Bass Festival
Let It Roll 2027 takes place at Lake Most in Czechia and is considered the world's biggest drum and bass festival. Expect multiple open air stages, elaborate production and an international crowd, the dates are confirmed for 5-8 February 2027.
Illustrative photo Malta Carnival 2027 – Valletta Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
Malta Carnival 2027 runs 5–9 February in Valletta. Join one of Europe's oldest carnival traditions with giant floats, grotesque masks, competitive dances and free street parades through the baroque Old Town, closing with the grand finale in Floriana.
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Illustrative photo Caretos of Podence Carnival 2027: Pagan Tradition in Northern Portugal
From 6 to 9 February 2027, the village of Podence in northern Portugal celebrates its legendary, UNESCO recognized Carnival. Witness the masked Caretos in vivid woolen costumes, the loud clanging of cowbells and a fiery finale burning.