Illustrative photo Het Lekkerste Bockbier van Nederland 2026: National Bock Beer Competition in Ermelo
Het Lekkerste Bockbier van Nederland 2026 takes place on 17 October in Ermelo at Burg Bieren and Café de Hazeburg. This closed blind tasting crowns the most popular bock beer in the Netherlands.
Illustrative photo Museum Night Fever Brussels 2026 – Museum Night with DJs and Live Performances
Museum Night Fever 2026 in Brussels: 17 October, 7 pm–1 am, 28 museums with DJs, live music and performances. Presale from 18 €.
Illustrative photo Cider Festival Basel 2026: Swiss Cider Variety at the Markthalle
Cider Festival Basel 2026 brings over a dozen Swiss producers and 31 ciders to the Markthalle Basel on October 17. Admission is free, with tastings available via a degustation glass.
Illustrative photo Palio del Boscaiolo 2026 – The Lumberjack Challenge in Vivo d'Orcia
On 18 and 25 October 2026, the Tuscan mountain village of Vivo d'Orcia hosts the unique Palio del Boscaiolo. Two rival districts compete in a traditional lumberjack contest surrounded by mushroom dishes, roasted chestnuts and mulled wine. Free entry.
Illustrative photo Romería de la Virgen de la Valme 2026 in Dos Hermanas: Date, Program and Pilgrimage Guide
On 18 October 2026, the Romería de la Virgen de la Valme travels from Dos Hermanas to the Ermita de Valme in Bellavista, Seville. Decorated carts, horse riders, flamenco and a festive gathering mark one of Andalusia's oldest and largest pilgrimages.
Illustrative photo Fiesta del Cine Madrid 2026 – Cinema Tickets from €3.50
Fiesta del Cine 2026 in Madrid runs from 19 to 22 October 2026 at dozens of participating cinemas across the capital. Over four days, visitors can watch current theatrical releases at the campaign price — €3.50 per standard ticket in recent editions. Dates, venues and tickets: fiestadelcine.com.
Illustrative photo Sonic Territories Festival 2026 in Vienna, Austria – Experimental Electronic & Sound Art
The Sonic Territories Festival 2026 takes place from 19 to 25 October in Vienna. Under the theme “Where Water Gathers” it presents experimental electronic music, sound art, workshops and performances at decentralized venues across the city. Tickets are available via the official shop.
Illustrative photo Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2026 – 30 Years of ADE, Program & Tickets
From 21 to 25 October 2026, Amsterdam Dance Event celebrates its 30th anniversary with over 1,200 events, 300 venues and 3,300 artists, turning Amsterdam into the global capital of electronic music.
Illustrative photo Awakenings ADE 2026: Techno Nights at Sugarfactory Amsterdam
Awakenings ADE 2026 brings eight techno shows to the Sugarfactory near Amsterdam from October 21 to 25, featuring names like Adam Beyer, Jeff Mills and Joris Voorn during Amsterdam Dance Event.
Illustrative photo Umeå Jazz Festival 2026: International Jazz Festival in Northern Sweden
The Umeå Jazz Festival 2026 takes place from October 21 to 24 at the Umeå Folkets Hus in northern Sweden. Running since 1968, it brings around 30 concerts of classic jazz, improvisation and world music to several stages in the heart of the city.
Illustrative photo folk.art Festival Graz 2026: World Music in Styria
The folk.art Festival Graz 2026 brings world music to venues across the city, combining evening concerts, workshops and many free program points spanning a wide range of genres.
Illustrative photo Croc' the Rock Festival, Etagnieres, Switzerland 2026: Rock Line-up, Dates & Tickets
Croc' the Rock Festival 2026: 21–24 October in Etagnieres near Lausanne. Indoor rock with camping, tickets from about 21 euros.