Medieval Days Tallinn 2027 – Hanseatic Market, Program & Visitor Guide
From 9 to 11 July 2027, Tallinn's UNESCO Old Town comes alive as a thriving Hanseatic city. Enjoy the medieval market at Town Hall Square, knight tournaments, craft workshops and European medieval music – all free to attend.
Tewkesbury Medieval Festival 2027 – Europe's Largest Free Medieval Reenactment
Europe's largest free medieval event returns on 10 and 11 July 2027. Experience the spectacular reenactment of the 1471 Battle of Tewkesbury, authentic living history encampments, a vibrant medieval market and family entertainment in the heart of Gloucestershire.
Heidelberg Castle Illumination 2027: Fireworks over the Neckar
On 10 July and 4 September 2027, the Heidelberg Castle Illumination bathes the world famous castle ruins in Bengal red, followed by a spectacular fireworks display over the Neckar river. A free spectacle with over 400 years of tradition.
Seehasenfest Friedrichshafen 2027: Dates, Program and Visitor Guide
From 15 to 19 July 2027, Friedrichshafen celebrates its traditional Seehasenfest on Lake Constance. Enjoy the grand parade, fireworks along the lakeside promenade and a lively funfair for the whole family.
Pflasterspektakel Linz 2027: Program, Dates and Tips
From 15 to 17 July 2027, the Pflasterspektakel turns downtown Linz into a huge open air stage. Around 100 international artists perform acrobatics, comedy, music and more, completely free for the whole family.
Biberach Schützenfest 2027 – Program, Tradition & Visitor Guide
In July 2027, the traditional Biberach Schützenfest takes place. Experience ten days of historical parades, the popular children's festival, theater performances, and fairground fun on the Gigelberg in Biberach an der Riß.
Gela Bagpipe Festival 2027 – National Gaida Competition in the Rhodope Mountains
Bulgaria's most authentic bagpipe festival returns to the Rhodope village of Gela every first weekend of August. Three days of folk music, competition, horo dancing and traditional food under the open mountain sky; entry is always free.
Bardentreffen Nuremberg 2027: Program, Dates and Venues
From 30 July to 1 August 2027, Bardentreffen turns Nuremberg's old town into a free stage for world music. Enjoy international artists, historic venues and a lively atmosphere right in the city center.
Kölner Lichter 2027: Fireworks and Music on the Rhine
On 31 July 2027, hundreds of thousands of visitors gather along the Rhine in Cologne for Kölner Lichter: Europe's largest music synchronized fireworks display over the river, accompanied by music and entertainment on the riverbanks.
Rhine in Flames Koblenz 2027: Dates, Fireworks and Program
From 13 to 15 August 2027, Rhine in Flames turns Koblenz's Deutsches Eck into a lively event mile. The highlight is the fireworks display above Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on Saturday evening, accompanied by a drone show.
Inndammfest Wasserburg am Inn 2027: Program, Date and Tips
On 15 August 2026, Wasserburg am Inn celebrates the 37th Inndammfest with food, live music and free boat rides along the Inn river dike, with free admission for the whole family.
Palio di Siena – Palio dell'Assunta, Program & Visitor Guide
The Palio dell'Assunta on 16 August 2026 at Piazza del Campo, Siena is the world's most famous horse race. Ten contrade battle for glory in under 90 seconds. Entry to the central standing area is free; tribune seats range from €350 to €700.