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Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Thun 2026: Bavarian Beer Festival near Lake Thun
Oktoberfest Thun 2026 takes place over two weekends in a beer tent at Parkplatz P8. Bavarian food, live music and original Munich Oktoberfest atmosphere await guests near Lake Thun.
Illustrative photo Liszt Festival Raiding 2026: Classical Music at the Birthplace of Franz Liszt
The Liszt Festival Raiding 2026 brings top class classical concerts to Franz Liszt's birthplace in Burgenland from October 16 to 25, featuring orchestras and soloists at the Liszt Center Raiding.
Illustrative photo Nuit des Châteaux 2026: Illuminated Castles Across France and the Loire Valley
From October 16 to 18, 2026, around 300 castles across France open their doors at night for the Nuit des Châteaux. The illuminated castles of the Loire Valley, led by Château de Chambord, are a particular highlight.
Illustrative photo Wood & Boots Country Festival 2026: Country Music Festival near Rome
The Wood & Boots Country Festival 2026 brings country music and western style fun to the CrossRoads Live Club in Osteria Nuova near Rome, with live concerts over several days in October.
Illustrative photo Feuchtwangen Medieval Market 2026: Season Finale with Barbarians and Goblins
The Feuchtwangen Medieval Market 2026 forms Turba Events' season finale from 16 to 18 October, with barbarians, a goblin forge, a cage carousel and live bands across two stages.
Illustrative photo Vienna Smooth Jazz Festival 2026: Concert Cruise on the Danube
The Vienna Smooth Jazz Festival 2026 runs October 16 to 23 as a Danube river cruise departing from Vienna. Aboard the MS AMADEUS Star, guests enjoy nine live concerts by international smooth jazz stars along the way.
Illustrative photo Liszt Festival Raiding 2026: Classical Music at the Birthplace of Franz Liszt
The Liszt Festival Raiding 2026 brings top class classical concerts to Franz Liszt's birthplace in Burgenland from October 16 to 25, featuring orchestras and soloists at the Liszt Center Raiding.
Illustrative photo Merano Grape Festival 2026 in Merano, Italy – Dates, Parade & Visitor Guide
The Merano Grape Festival 2026 takes place from 16 to 18 October in the centre of Merano and marks its 140th edition. The highlight is the grand parade on Sunday with brass bands, traditional groups and spectacular floats. Admission is free.
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