Illustrative photo Somersby Out Jazz 2026: Free Sunday Evening Concerts in Oeiras near Lisbon
Somersby Out Jazz marks its 20th anniversary in 2026 with free concerts every Sunday from May to September in the parks of Oeiras near Lisbon. Jazz, soul, funk and hip hop soundtrack the sunset, with no entry fee at all.
Illustrative photo Athens Epidaurus Festival: Program, Tickets and Venues
From 1 June to 29 August 2026, the Athens Epidaurus Festival marks its 71st year with theatre, opera, dance and concerts at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens and the ancient theatre of Epidaurus. A world class open air cultural experience.
Illustrative photo Festliche Serenaden Schloss Favorite 2026: Baroque Music in Rastatt
From June to October 2026, the Sala Terrena at Schloss Favorite in Rastatt turns into a baroque stage for the Festliche Serenaden. The Quantz Collegium marks its seventieth concert season with works by Bach, Mozart, Haydn and Vivaldi performed in historic costumes.
Illustrative photo Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Running from 13 June to 12 September 2026, the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival presents around 120 concerts at 90 venues across northern Germany – from baroque palaces to open-air parks. Featuring Janine Jansen, Beatrice Rana and the Armida Quartet as Artist in Residence, this is one of Europe's great classical music festivals. Tickets from €30.
Illustrative photo Varna Summer International Music Festival 2026 – Program, Tickets & Guide
The International Music Festival "Varna Summer" celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026 with an exceptional programme running from 27 June to 14 October. World-class ensembles including the BBC Symphony Orchestra London and the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra perform on the Black Sea coast.
Illustrative photo Salzburg Festival 2026: Program, Tickets and Dates
From 17 July to 30 August 2026, the Salzburg Festival once again brings world class opera, theatre and concerts to Salzburg, including "Jedermann" on Cathedral Square and "Carmen" at the Großes Festspielhaus. Tickets often sell out months ahead, so early booking is essential.
Illustrative photo Innsbruck Festival of Early Music 2026: 50th Anniversary, Program and Tickets
From 24 July to 30 August 2026, the Innsbruck Festival of Early Music celebrates its 50th anniversary with the rediscovery of Cesti's baroque opera "Il pomo d'oro" and concerts across around thirty historic venues in the city.
Illustrative photo Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2026 runs 7–29 August at Edinburgh Castle Esplanade. Over 800 performers from Germany, New Zealand, Qatar, the USA and beyond gather under the theme A Call to Gather for 90 minutes of pipes, drums, military pageantry and fireworks. Tickets from £42.
Illustrative photo Lucerne Festival Summer 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Lucerne Festival Summer 2026 runs from 13 August to 13 September in Switzerland, bringing together over 120 concerts under the theme "American Dreams." World-class artists including Anne-Sophie Mutter, Yuja Wang and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform at KKL Luzern by the shores of Lake Lucerne. Tickets from CHF 30.
Illustrative photo Grafenegg Music Festival 2026: 20th Anniversary, Program and Tickets
From 14 August to 6 September 2026, the Grafenegg Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with world class orchestras including the Vienna Philharmonic in the historic Grafenegg Castle gardens. Enjoy the Wolkenturm, one of the world's finest open air stages, and a particularly rich anniversary programme.
Illustrative photo Klassik im Dom Vienna: Concerts in St. Stephen's Cathedral, Program and Tickets
Klassik im Dom brings classical concerts to Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral all year round, from Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" to the traditional midnight Mozart Requiem. Not a one week festival, but individually bookable concerts in a truly unique setting.
Illustrative photo Rototom Sunsplash 2026 – Benicàssim Reggae Festival: Line-up, Tickets & Guide
Rototom Sunsplash 2026 takes place from 16 to 22 August in Benicàssim, Spain. Experience Europe's biggest reggae festival featuring world-class live music, Caribbean culture, beach vibes, and a peaceful atmosphere.