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Free Festivals and Events in Europe 2026-2027

From free city festivals to open-air concerts – here you'll find 141 free events across Europe you shouldn't miss in 2026-2027.

Weimar Onion Market 2026: Dates, Program and Visitor Tips
Festivals
Free

Weimar Onion Market 2026: Dates, Program and Visitor Tips

From 9 to 11 October 2026, Weimar celebrates the 373rd edition of its famous Onion Market, Thuringia's largest and oldest folk festival. Enjoy onion braids, onion cake, a big wheel and live music throughout the old town, with free admission.

Oct 09, 2026
🇩🇪 Weimar, Germany
Berlin Festival of Lights 2026: Dates, Program and Highlights
Festivals
Free

Berlin Festival of Lights 2026: Dates, Program and Highlights

From 9 to 18 October 2026, the Festival of Lights turns Berlin into a glowing open air gallery. Over 50 landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, TV Tower and Berlin Cathedral light up under the theme "Colours of Love", with free admission.

Oct 09, 2026
🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Zirl Church Festival 2026: The Zachäus Singing Tradition
Exhibitions
Free

Zirl Church Festival 2026: The Zachäus Singing Tradition

On 18 October 2026, the village of Zirl near Innsbruck celebrates its traditional Kirchtag with the famous Zachäussingen: a UNESCO listed, over 300 year old custom of bells, singing and blessing that begins in the early morning hours.

Oct 16, 2026
🇦🇹 Zirl, Austria
iDeeJazz Festival Tartu 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Festivals
Free

iDeeJazz Festival Tartu 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide

Join the iDeeJazz International Jazz and Rhythm Music Festival in Tartu from 29 to 31 October 2026. Three evenings of world-class jazz spanning classical, contemporary, world music and funk, performed by top artists from Estonia and across Europe in the intimate Tubina Concert Hall.

Oct 29, 2026
🇪🇺 Tartu, Estonia
Festivals
Free

Jazzfest Berlin 2026: Program, Dates and Tickets

From 29 October to 1 November 2026, Jazzfest Berlin returns for its 63rd edition at the Haus der Berliner Festspiele. Over 130 artists from more than 25 countries bring style defining and experimental jazz to stages across the city.

Oct 29, 2026
🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Leonhardi Procession Bad Tölz 2026: Date, Program and Visitor Guide
Festivals
Free

Leonhardi Procession Bad Tölz 2026: Date, Program and Visitor Guide

On 6 November 2026, the famous Leonhardi procession brings over 70 decorated horse carriages and traditional costume groups through Bad Tölz to the Kalvarienberg. Experience one of Bavaria's most beautiful horse pilgrimages with a festive mass and blessing.

Nov 06, 2026
🇩🇪 Bad Tölz, Germany
San Miniato White Truffle Fair November 2026 – Program, Tickets & Guide
Festivals
Free

San Miniato White Truffle Fair November 2026 – Program, Tickets & Guide

The 55th National White Truffle Fair in San Miniato takes place on 14/15, 21/22 and 28/29 November 2026. Three weekends of white truffles, star chef shows, wine tastings and Tuscan atmosphere around Piazza del Duomo. Free entry.

Nov 14, 2026
🇮🇹 San Miniato, Italy
St. Leopold's Day 15 November 2026 – Regional Holiday in Lower Austria and Vienna
Festivals
Free

St. Leopold's Day 15 November 2026 – Regional Holiday in Lower Austria and Vienna

On 15 November 2026, St. Leopold's Day is a regional holiday in Lower Austria and Vienna, with schools and offices closed. The heart of the celebrations is Klosterneuburg, with its traditional Leopoldi festival and famous barrel slide.

Nov 15, 2026
🇦🇹 Wien / Melk / Niederösterreich, Austria
Tallinn Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide
Food & Drink
Free

Tallinn Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide

Tallinn Christmas Market runs from 20 November 2026 to 6 January 2027 at the historic Town Hall Square in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Free entry, Europe's oldest Christmas tree tradition and Estonia's finest glögi await in a medieval setting like no other.

Nov 20, 2026
🇪🇺 Tallinn, Estonia
Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips
Exhibitions
Free

Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Tips

From 24 November to 22 December 2026, the Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market enchants visitors with glowing angels, a baroque backdrop and around 150 festive stalls on the market square. Free admission, with a royal Saturday appearance by King Friedrich I.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Ludwigsburg, Germany
Esslingen Medieval Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Visitor Guide
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Free

Esslingen Medieval Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Program and Visitor Guide

From 24 November to 22 December 2026, the Esslingen Medieval Christmas Market turns the old town on the Neckar into a unique setting of jugglers, craft stalls and mulled wine. With around 180 stalls and 500 program points, it is considered one of Germany's most original Christmas markets, and admission is completely free.

Nov 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Esslingen am Neckar, Germany
Annecy Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide
Festivals
Free

Annecy Christmas Market 2026 – Program, Opening Hours & Visitor Guide

The Annecy Christmas Market runs from 26 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 along the shores of the Alpine lake. Around 200 chalets, a lakeside ice rink and dazzling illuminations make Annecy one of France's most enchanting winter destinations. Free entry.

Nov 26, 2026
🇫🇷 Annecy, France