Prague Christmas Market 2026 – Old Town Square, Program & Visitor Guide
From 28 November 2026 to 6 January 2027, Prague's Old Town Square hosts one of Europe's most magical Christmas markets. Free entry, 200 stalls, traditional Czech food and live performances daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM beneath the iconic Astronomical Clock.
Fête des Lumières Lyon 2026 – Festival of Lights, Program & Visitor Guide
From 5 to 8 December 2026, the Fête des Lumières turns Lyon into the world's greatest open-air light art experience. Around 30 installations by international artists illuminate the city's squares, facades and rivers. Admission is entirely free.
Krampus Run 2026 in Austria: Dates, Traditions and Tips for Salzburg, Tyrol and Styria
Between mid November and early January, hundreds of Krampus runs take place across Salzburg, Tyrol and Styria, peaking on 5 and 6 December 2026. Expect fearsome masks, thundering bells and centuries old Alpine traditions, most of it free to watch.
Krampuslauf Salzburg 2026: Dates, Route and Visitor Guide
On 5 and 6 December 2026, the Krampuslauf winds through Salzburg's Old Town, from Linzer Gasse and Getreidegasse to the big finale at the Dom and Residenzplatz beside the Christmas market. A free, spectacularly eerie show with dozens of groups.
Perchten Run 2026/2027: Rauhnächte Traditions in Salzburg and Tyrol
Between 21 December 2026 and 6 January 2027, masked Perchten parade through villages in Salzburg and Tyrol during the Rauhnächte to drive away evil winter spirits. Experience ancient traditions with elaborate wooden masks, ringing bells and torchlight.
Vienna New Year's Eve 2026 . 2027 : Silvesterpfad, Program and Fireworks Rules
On 31 December 2026, Vienna celebrates with the free Silvesterpfad across eight stages between Rathausplatz and the Prater. Live music, children's activities, waltz lessons and the shared midnight countdown with the Pummerin bell and the Danube Waltz await hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Dunkirk Carnival 2027 – Bandes, Herring Throw & Visitor Guide
Dunkirk Carnival 2027 runs from 10 January to 21 March, with Les Trois Joyeuses peaking around Mardi Gras on 9 February. Join massive free street processions, the legendary herring throw from the town hall balcony, and weeks of celebrations across the city.
Patras Carnival 2027 – Greece's Largest Carnival Festival
Patras Carnival 2027, Greece's largest carnival, runs from 17 January to 14 March. Experience weeks of parades, the legendary Bourboulia masked ball, the Children's Carnival and the Grand Parade on 14 March with up to 40,000 participants. Free entry to all main events.
Tenerife Carnival 2027 – Program, Dates & Visitor Guide Santa Cruz
Tenerife Carnival 2027 runs from 22 January to 28 February under the theme «Roma Eterna». Highlights include the Queen Election Gala on 17 February, the Coso Apoteósico parade on 23 February and the legendary Entierro de la Sardina. One of the world's greatest carnivals.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival 2027 – Program, Highlights & Visitor Guide
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival 2027 runs from 22 January to 28 February under the theme "Music". Five weeks of festivities include the Drag Queen Gala on 19 February, the Gran Cabalgata on 20 February and the symbolic Burial of the Sardine to close the season on 28 February.
Up Helly Aa 2027 – Viking Fire Festival in Lerwick, Shetland
On 26 January 2027, over 900 torchbearers in Viking costume march through the darkened streets of Lerwick and burn a hand-built longship in one of Europe's most spectacular fire festivals. The procession begins at 19:30 and is free to watch from the streets.
Kukeri Festival Surva Pernik 2027 – Masquerade Games, Program & Visitor Guide
The Kukeri Festival Surva in Pernik, Bulgaria, is Southeast Europe's biggest masquerade celebration. Every January, over 6,000 costumed performers from around the world fill the city with ancient ritual, thunderous bells and spectacular handmade masks. Free entry for all.