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Illustrative photo Silakkamarkkinat Helsinki 2026: The Baltic Herring Market at Market Square
Silakkamarkkinat 2026 takes place from October 6 to 12 at Kauppatori in Helsinki. Held free of charge since 1743, this maritime market fills the square with fishing boats, sailing ships and the annual contest for the year's best herring product.
Illustrative photo Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre 2026 – Paris Grape Harvest Festival Guide
The 93rd Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre runs from 7 to 11 October 2026 in Paris's 18th arrondissement. Five days of free concerts, the Grand Parade with over 50 brotherhoods, the Parcours du Goût gourmet trail and the traditional harvest ceremony at Clos Montmartre.
Illustrative photo Zurich Oktoberfest Bauschänzli 2026 – Bavarian Tent Atmosphere on the Island
The Zurich Oktoberfest Bauschänzli 2026 takes place from 8 October to 7 November on the Limmat island. Authentic Bavarian Wiesn atmosphere with live music, litre steins of beer and festival-tent fun awaits guests.
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Illustrative photo Gösser Kirtag 2026 in Leoben: Austria's Longest Folk Festival
The Gösser Kirtag takes place on October 8, 2026 in downtown Leoben. As Austria's longest folk festival, it offers music, food and tradition along more than four kilometers of market streets, with free admission.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Winterthur 2026 – Bavarian Festival in the Reithalle, Dates & Tickets
Oktoberfest Winterthur 2026 takes place from 8 to 31 October in the Reithalle. With live music, Bavarian specialties and the Alpengaudi it offers genuine festival atmosphere in Switzerland.
Illustrative photo Bockbieranstich Bamberg 2026: Start of the Strong Beer Season
Bockbieranstich Bamberg 2026 takes place on October 8 at Schlenkerla and kicks off the city's strong beer season. The Urbock is ceremonially tapped in the Dominikanerhof, accompanied by Franconian food and a rustic atmosphere.
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Illustrative photo OLMA St. Gallen 2026 – Swiss Fair for Agriculture and Food
OLMA St. Gallen 2026 takes place from 8 to 18 October on the exhibition grounds. Switzerland’s largest public fair for agriculture and food combines tradition, culinary delights and a folk-festival atmosphere.
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