Illustrative photo Fête de la Coquille Saint Jacques 2027: Scallop Festival in Brittany
The Fête de la Coquille Saint Jacques celebrates the scallop and the end of the fishing season in the Bay of Saint Brieuc. Following the usual rotation, the 2027 edition is expected at the port of Paimpol, with free admission, concerts and fresh scallops straight from the quay.
Illustrative photo Fête de l'Huître Cancale 2027: Oyster Festival in Brittany
The Fête de l'Huître celebrates Cancale's famous oysters right at the Port de la Houle in Brittany. An exact date for 2027 has not been set yet, past editions took place in late summer, and admission is traditionally free.
Illustrative photo Tanzcafe Arlberg Music Festival Lech, Austria 2027
Tanzcafe Arlberg Music Festival 2027 in Lech, Zuers and St. Anton: free pop, jazz and electronic concerts at season close. 2026 ran 4-19 April. 2027 dates unpublished.
Illustrative photo Sagra del Fungo Porcino di Borgotaro 2027: Mushroom Festival in Emilia Romagna
The Sagra del Fungo Porcino di Borgotaro takes place over two weekends in September 2027 in the historic center of Borgo Val di Taro. Visitors enjoy free admission, tastings of the PGI protected porcini mushroom, market stalls and live music.
Illustrative photo Stadtgarten Christmas Market Cologne, Germany 2026
Stadtgarten Christmas Market Cologne 2026: park market with design and food. 2026 dates not yet official. Entry was free in 2025.
Illustrative photo Krampuslauf Villach 2026: Tradition and Terror in Carinthia
The Krampuslauf Villach 2026 brings around 40 to 50 Krampus and folklore groups into the city center and main square of Villach, Carinthia, at the start of the Advent season. The exact 2026 date is yet to be announced.
Illustrative photo Rosenheim Herbstfest 2027: Dates and Program in Bavaria
Rosenheim Herbstfest 2026 runs from August 29 to September 13 on the Loretowiese. Celebrating its 165th anniversary in 2026, this traditional Bavarian folk festival offers free admission and stands as an authentic, less touristy alternative to Munich's Oktoberfest.
Illustrative photo Altstädter Nikolausmarkt Bergneustadt 2026 – Historic St. Nicholas Market in the Old Town
The Altstädter Nikolausmarkt 2026 in Bergneustadt is a free St. Nicholas market organised by local clubs at the Heimatmuseum in the historic old town. It traditionally takes place on the first Advent weekend and features regional treats, a visit from St. Nicholas and cosy half-timbered atmosphere. Exact dates will be announced. ---
Illustrative photo Lichterabend Bad Laasphe 2026 – Advent Lights & Illuminated Old Town in Bad Laasphe, Germany
The Lichterabend Bad Laasphe 2026 turns the historic old town of Bad Laasphe into a magical sea of lights on one December evening. Free admission, illuminated half-timbered houses, late-opening shops and Advent atmosphere await visitors. ---
Illustrative photo Advents- und Weihnachtsmarkt Borken-Burlo 2026 – Traditional Christmas Market in Borken with Local Producers
The Advents- und Weihnachtsmarkt Borken-Burlo 2026 traditionally takes place on the first Advent weekend at the Heimathaus in Borken. Local products, mulled wine and a family program await visitors in a cozy atmosphere. Exact dates to follow. ---
Illustrative photo Brachter Mühlenweihnacht Brüggen Germany 2026: Cosy Christmas Market at the Historic Mill
The Brachter Mühlenweihnacht 2026 in Brüggen is a cosy, free Christmas market on the second weekend of Advent around the historic mill. Handmade products, local food specialities, Santa Claus and a musical programme create a family-friendly atmosphere. ---
Illustrative photo Weihnachtsmarkt Bönen, Bonen, Germany 2026: Dates, Program and Free Entry
Weihnachtsmarkt Bönen 2026 is the free local Christmas market at the Foerderturm winding tower in Bonen, Germany. Exact 2026 dates were not yet published in September 2026; previous editions were held on the first weekend of December, with wooden huts, crafts, mulled wine and a community stage programme.