Illustrative photo Barcolana Regatta 2026 in Trieste: Dates and Info
The Barcolana takes place from October 2 to 11, 2026 in the Gulf of Trieste, with the main race on Sunday, October 11. More than 2,000 boats make it the world's largest sailing regatta, and spectators can watch it all for free from the waterfront promenade.
Illustrative photo Vila Franca de Xira October Fair 2026: Bull Runs, Bullfights and Festival
From 2 to 11 October 2026, Vila Franca de Xira celebrates its traditional October Fair with street bull runs, bullfights at the historic Praça de Touros Palha Blanco and a large crafts fair in the Parque Urbano.
Illustrative photo Leidens Ontzet 2026: Leiden's Liberation Festival
Leidens Ontzet 2026 takes place on October 2 and 3 in Leiden, commemorating the city's liberation in 1574. The free public festival features herring and white bread, hutspot stew, a large parade and closing fireworks.
Illustrative photo Essen Light Festival 2026: Light Art in Essen City Centre
The Essen Light Festival 2026 takes place from October 2 to 11 in Essen city centre. Over ten evenings, international light art turns the city into a free open air gallery.
Illustrative photo Tokaj Wine Harvest Days 2026: Grape Harvest Festival in Tokaj
The Tokaj Wine Harvest Days take place from October 2 to 4, 2026, on the newly renovated main square of Tokaj. This harvest celebration of the Tokaj Hegyalja wine region brings tastings, a parade and a colorful cultural program, mostly free to attend.
Illustrative photo Bockbieranstich Brauerei Griess 2026: Bock Beer Tapping in Geisfeld near Bamberg
On October 3, 2026, the family run Brauerei Griess in Geisfeld near Bamberg holds its traditional bock beer tapping. Starting at 3 PM, the first barrel is tapped with free admission in the cozy beer garden under chestnut trees.
Illustrative photo Antwerp Craft Beer Festival 2026: Modeste Beer Festival at De Koninck
The Antwerp Craft Beer Festival, known locally as the Modeste Beer Festival, takes place on October 3 and 4, 2026 at De Koninck in Antwerp. More than 30 Belgian breweries pour their beers with free entry across the beer garden and brewery halls.
Illustrative photo Dag van de Lambiek 2026 in Bever, Belgium – Lambic & Gueuze Festival
The Dag van de Lambiek 2026 takes place on 3 October from 14:00 to 19:00 at Geuzestekerij Odilon in Bever. This free tasting of numerous lambic and gueuze beers marks the start of the Month of the Lambic in the Pajottenland.
Illustrative photo Bockbieranstich Brauerei Griess Geisfeld 2026: Traditional Bock Beer Tapping near Bamberg
The Bockbieranstich at the family run Griess brewery in Geisfeld near Bamberg takes place on October 3, 2026. Admission is free, with the traditional bock beer ceremonially tapped alongside Franconian food in the taproom and beer garden.
Illustrative photo Gollem's Oktoberfest, Amsterdam, Netherlands 2026: Dates, Tickets & Pub Festival
Gollem's Oktoberfest 2026 takes place on 3–4 October at Gollem's Proeflokaal on the Overtoom in Amsterdam. Festbier, German food and schlager fill the pub for two days. Admission is listed as free by I amsterdam; reserve a table in advance.
Illustrative photo Sparkassen Münsterland Giro 2026: Cycling Festival in Münster
The Sparkassen Münsterland Giro 2026 takes place on October 3, with the professional race starting in Borken and finishing at the Schlossplatz in Münster. This 20th edition combines an international road race with three amateur rides open to riders of all levels.
Illustrative photo Sagra dell'Uva Marino 2026: Wine Festival in the Historic Center
The Sagra dell'Uva takes place on October 4, 2026 in the historic center of Marino near Rome. Since 1925, wine has flowed instead of water from the town's central fountain on this day, with free entry for all.