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.
Illustrative photo Marino Grape Festival 2026 – Sagra dell'Uva, Wine Fountains & Guide
On 4 October 2026, the fountains of Marino near Rome flow with local wine instead of water. The Sagra dell'Uva is one of Italy's oldest harvest festivals, celebrating the grape harvest and the Battle of Lepanto with historical parades, music and free entry.
Illustrative photo Sagra delle Castagne di Marradi 2026: Chestnut Festival in Tuscany
The Sagra delle Castagne in Marradi takes place on four Sundays in October 2026 and is one of Tuscany's most famous chestnut festivals. Roasted chestnuts, local specialties and craft stalls fill the old town of this Mugello village.
Illustrative photo Bendorfer Craft-Festival 2026 – Craft Beer, Food & Live Music in Bendorf
The Bendorfer Craft-Festival 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 October on Kirchplatz. Free admission, artisan craft beers, food trucks and live music await visitors.
Illustrative photo Pilsner Fest 2026 in Pilsen: Beer Festival at the Prazdroj Brewery
Pilsner Fest 2026 takes place from October 5 to 10 at the Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Pilsen. Admission to the whole grounds is free, with live music, unfiltered lager and a rich accompanying program marking the 184th birthday of Pilsner lager.
Illustrative photo Across The University Festival 2026 in Padua, Italy – Dates, Line-up & Visitor Guide
The Across The University Festival 2026 takes place from 6 to 11 October at Parco Iris in Padua. This free student outdoor festival features live music, culture and relaxed park vibes. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Madeira Nature Festival 2026: Hiking, Diving and Canyoning in October
From 6 to 11 October 2026, the Madeira Nature Festival celebrates the island's rich natural heritage with levada hikes, canyoning, diving and mountain biking; free activities for all ages spread across the whole island.
Illustrative photo Festival Nuovi Spazi Musicali 2026: Contemporary Music Festival in Ascoli Piceno
The Festival Nuovi Spazi Musicali 2026 brings five concerts of contemporary music to Ascoli Piceno from 6 to 30 October, curated by composer Ada Gentile, with free admission throughout.
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 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.
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 Schlenkerla Bockbieranstich 2026: Urbock Festival in Bamberg
On October 8, 2026, Bamberg's Schlenkerla brewery taps its traditional Urbock. Entry to the tapping in the Dominikanerhof is free, with visitors only paying for beer and food on site.