Kukeri Festival Surva Pernik 2027 – Masquerade Games, Program & Visitor Guide
The Kukeri Festival Surva in Pernik, Bulgaria, is Southeast Europe's biggest masquerade celebration. Every January, over 6,000 costumed performers from around the world fill the city with ancient ritual, thunderous bells and spectacular handmade masks. Free entry for all.
Pirot Peglana Kobasica Fair – Traditional Sausage Festival in Serbia
Every January, the Sajam Pirotske Peglane Kobasice turns Pirot into the heart of Serbian culinary tradition. Over 40 producers present the legendary hand-pressed sausage alongside cheese, wine and folklore music. Admission from approximately €2.
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.
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.
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.
Berlinale 2027 – Berlin International Film Festival, Program & Visitor Guide
The 77th Berlinale runs from 10 to 21 February 2027 in Berlin. World premieres, red carpets and over 200 films from 80 countries await at Potsdamer Platz and venues across the city. Tickets from €9. Awards ceremony on 19 February 2027.
Nordlysfestivalen 2027 – Northern Lights Music Festival Tromsø – Program & Tickets
Nordlysfestivalen celebrates its 40th anniversary with 10 days of world-class music in Arctic Tromsø from 11 to 20 February 2027. Classical, jazz, folk and contemporary performances beneath the northern lights of northern Norway.
Menton Lemon Festival 2027 – Fête du Citron, Program & Visitor Guide
From 13 February to 1 March 2027, Menton hosts the 93rd Fête du Citron. More than 120 tonnes of citrus fruit are transformed into giant sculptures and parade floats attracting over 250,000 visitors to the French Riviera. Corso tickets from €16.
Saint Tryphon Vineyard Festival in Serbia – 14 February 2027
On 14 February 2027, Serbia celebrates Saint Tryphon's Day with vine blessings, wine tastings and folk music at the historic Rajačke Pivnice near Negotin. One of Europe's most authentic vineyard festivals; free entry for all visitors.
Dublin International Film Festival 2027 – Programme, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) runs from 18 to 28 February 2027. Eleven days of world premieres, exclusive Q&As, Volta Awards and the very best of Irish and international cinema at the Light House Cinema in Dublin's Smithfield quarter.
Corfu Carnival 2027 – Program, Traditions & Visitor Guide
Corfu Carnival 2027 runs from 21 February to 14 March, culminating in the Grand Parade through the Venetian Old Town. Highlights include the unmissable Petegoletsa balcony gossip theatre, Tsiknopempti grilling Thursday, philharmonic marches and colourful costume parades. Admission is free.