Illustrative photo IndieLisboa 2027: International Film Festival in Lisbon
From 29 April to 9 May 2027, IndieLisboa brings independent cinema from around the world to Lisbon. Over eleven days, Cinema São Jorge and Culturgest screen features, shorts and documentaries beyond the mainstream, alongside debates, workshops and a dedicated children's program.
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Illustrative photo Festa das Cruzes Barcelos 2027: Program, Dates and Travel Tips
From 29 April to 3 May 2027, Barcelos, north of Porto, celebrates the Festa das Cruzes, Minho's first great romaria. Enjoy flower petal carpets, decorated arches and the grand procession with crosses from 89 parishes on 3 May.
Illustrative photo Ulrichsberger Kaleidophon 2027: Festival for Jazz and New Music
The Ulrichsberger Kaleidophon 2027 brings international jazz, improvised music and contemporary composition to the Jazzatelier Ulrichsberg in Austria's Mühlviertel region.
Illustrative photo Walpurgis Night Prague 2027: Witch Burning on Petřín Hill
On April 30, 2027, Prague's biggest witch burning bonfire lights up Petřín Hill once again. The Czech Walpurgis Night blends music, roasted sausages and a lively crowd against a view over the whole city.
Illustrative photo Warm Up Estrella de Levante 2027 – Indie Festival in Murcia
Warm Up Estrella de Levante 2027 takes place at Recinto Ferial La Fica in Murcia; the festival takes place on 30 April and 1 May 2027. The urban festival opens Spain’s season with indie, pop and electronic music across four stages, plus a market and food area. Tickets and the 2027 lineup will be published on warmupfestival.es.
Illustrative photo Passauer Maidult & Herbstdult 2027 – Beer Festivals in Passau, Germany
The Passauer Maidult (30 April – 9 May 2027) and Herbstdult (3 – 12 September 2027) are the major funfairs in Passau with beer tents, costume parade and fireworks at Messepark Kohlbruck. Free admission.
Illustrative photo Hexentanz Festival Thallichtenberg 2027 – Pagan Folk Metal at Burg Lichtenberg
Hexentanz Festival 2027 takes place from 30 April to 2 May at Burg Lichtenberg in Thallichtenberg. Pagan, folk and metal acts in a historic castle setting – tickets from approx. 125 Euro.
Illustrative photo Mayday Dortmund 30 April 2027 – "ICONIC" Techno Indoor Festival
On April 30, 2027, MAYDAY celebrates its "ICONIC" edition at Westfalenhallen Dortmund. Experience 12 hours of non-stop techno across four floors with top acts like Klangkuenstler, Lilly Palmer, and legendary rave classics.
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Illustrative photo Kalymnos Dynamite Easter 2027 – The Island's Explosive Orthodox Easter
On Kalymnos, Orthodox Easter means <strong>real dynamite</strong>: from 1 to 3 May 2027, locals hurl homemade explosives from the mountains above Pothia harbour. A one-of-a-kind spectacle found nowhere else on Earth.
Illustrative photo Jazz sous les Pommiers Coutances 2027 – Jazz Festival Normandy Dates & Tickets
Jazz sous les Pommiers 2027: 1–8 May in Coutances, Normandy. International jazz festival with concerts, brass bands and street programme. Tickets and programme at jazzsouslespommiers.com.