Illustrative photo United Islands of Prague 2027: World Music Festival on the Vltava Island
United Islands of Prague 2027 takes place from April 29 to May 1 on Štvanice Island. This world music festival runs on voluntary admission and features over a hundred emerging artists from across Europe.
Illustrative photo Walpurgis Night Prague 2027: Witch Burning on Petřín Hill
On April 30, 2027, Prague's biggest witch burning bonfire lights up Petřín Hill once again. The Czech Walpurgis Night blends music, roasted sausages and a lively crowd against a view over the whole city.
Illustrative photo Passauer Maidult & Herbstdult 2027 – Beer Festivals in Passau, Germany
The Passauer Maidult (30 April – 9 May 2027) and Herbstdult (3 – 12 September 2027) are the major funfairs in Passau with beer tents, costume parade and fireworks at Messepark Kohlbruck. Free admission.
Illustrative photo Sagra delle Virtù Teramo – The Feast of the 40-Ingredient Soup on 1 May
On 1 May 2027, Teramo celebrates the Sagra delle Virtù, one of Italy's oldest culinary festivals. The legendary Virtù teramane soup, made from over 40 ingredients, is served across the city centre by families and restaurants alike. Free entry.
Illustrative photo Kalymnos Dynamite Easter 2027 – The Island's Explosive Orthodox Easter
On Kalymnos, Orthodox Easter means <strong>real dynamite</strong>: from 1 to 3 May 2027, locals hurl homemade explosives from the mountains above Pothia harbour. A one-of-a-kind spectacle found nowhere else on Earth.
Illustrative photo Maibaum Raising and Maifest in Bavaria 2027: Tradition, Dates and Tips
On 1 May 2027, countless Bavarian villages raise their traditional maypole, accompanied by music, folk costumes and a lively village celebration. A custom with medieval roots, often kicked off by Walpurgis Night bonfires the evening before.
Illustrative photo Rouketopolemos: The Rocket War of Vrontados, Chios 2027
On Easter night from 1 to 2 May 2027, Vrontados on Chios turns into a one of a kind spectacle: two rival parishes fire tens of thousands of homemade rockets at each other, aiming for the opposing church's bell tower. No winner is ever declared, so the rivalry lives on every year.
Illustrative photo Maibockanstich at Die Fischerei Erlangen 2027: Bock Beer Tapping on May Day
The Maibockanstich at Hofbräu Oberle, Die Fischerei in Erlangen, takes place on May 1, 2027. Admission is free; guests only pay for the beer and food on site.
Illustrative photo Myfest 2027 in Berlin-Kreuzberg – May Day Street Festival
On Saturday 1 May 2027 Kreuzberg fills Oranienstraße, Mariannenplatz and Görlitzer Park again: a free street festival of hip-hop, punk, electronic music and food stalls. The classic licensed Myfest (2003–2019) has not been officially revived; May Day on the ground is still Berlin’s biggest May party. Free entry, travel by U-Bahn, and check 2027 hours and line-up on berlin.de close to the date.
Illustrative photo Córdoba Patios Festival 2027: Flower Filled Courtyards in Andalusia
The Córdoba Patios Festival 2027 takes place from May 3 to 16. Locals open their flower filled courtyards free of charge, making it a UNESCO recognized spring celebration full of color and fragrance.
Illustrative photo Bevrijdingspop Haarlem 2027: Liberation Day Festival in the Haarlemmerhout
Bevrijdingspop Haarlem 2027 takes place on May 5 in the Haarlemmerhout park. This free festival marking Dutch Liberation Day brings well known artists to several stages for around 150,000 visitors.
Illustrative photo Bevrijdingsfestival Den Haag 2027 – Free Liberation Festival in The Hague
Bevrijdingsfestival Den Haag 2027 takes place on 5 May for free on the Malieveld and at the Provinciehuis in The Hague. Live music, freedom programme and community – free entry; line-up to follow on bevrijdingsfestivaldenhaag.nl.