October 2026

October 2026 Events and Festivals in Europe

430 events are happening across Europe this month – from festivals to concerts to cultural celebrations.

Diwali on the Square 2026: Festival of Lights in London Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Diwali on the Square 2026: Festival of Lights in London

On October 25, 2026, London celebrates Diwali on the Square at Trafalgar Square. This free festival of lights runs from 1pm to 7pm with dance, music and a lively market at the heart of the city.

Oct 25, 2026
🇬🇧 London, England
Adler-Bräu Stettfeld Bockbieranstich 2026: Tradition Since 1730 Illustrative photo
Food & Drink Festivals in Europe
Free

Adler-Bräu Stettfeld Bockbieranstich 2026: Tradition Since 1730

The Bockbieranstich at Adler-Bräu in Stettfeld takes place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 2:30 pm to 11:59 pm. Admission is free; guests only pay for the bock beer on site.

Oct 25, 2026
🇩🇪 Stettfeld, Germany
National Day 2026 in Vienna: Program, Dates and Celebrations Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

National Day 2026 in Vienna: Program, Dates and Celebrations

Austria's National Day takes place on October 26, 2026 and is celebrated nationwide, with the main program at Vienna's Heldenplatz. A military display, a safety festival and free museum entry make the day a free experience for the whole family.

Oct 26, 2026
🇦🇹 Vienna, Austria
BIME Bilbao 2026 – Music Industry Showcase Festival in Bilbao Illustrative photo
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BIME Bilbao 2026 – Music Industry Showcase Festival in Bilbao

BIME 2026 runs from 27 to 30 October in Bilbao, with BIME Pro at Palacio Euskalduna and showcase concerts across the city. The industry gathering mixes conference sessions, networking and around 65 live shows linking Europe and Latin America. Pro tickets start at about 80 euros; many evening concerts are free to attend. ```

Oct 27, 2026
🇪🇸 Bilbao, Spain
BIME Live 2026 in Bilbao, Spain – Showcase, Concerts & Music Industry Event Illustrative photo
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BIME Live 2026 in Bilbao, Spain – Showcase, Concerts & Music Industry Event

BIME Live 2026 takes place from 27 to 30 October in Bilbao. The showcase and concert programme of the international music gathering BIME features more than 65 acts from Ibero-America and Europe across various city venues. Many events are open to the public.

Oct 27, 2026
🇪🇸 Bilbao, Spain
JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026 – Jazz Dates & Line-up Illustrative photo
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JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026 – Jazz Dates & Line-up

JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026: 27 October to 1 November. Jazz across central Lausanne venues. Tickets and programme on jazzonzeplus.ch.

Oct 27, 2026
🇨🇭 Lausanne, Switzerland
Ohi Day 2026 in Thessaloniki: Military Parade, Program and Tips Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Ohi Day 2026 in Thessaloniki: Military Parade, Program and Tips

On 28 October 2026, Greece marks Ohi Day with the country's largest military parade along Thessaloniki's waterfront. Watch army, navy and air force units march past in one of Greece's most significant national commemorations.

Oct 28, 2026
🇬🇷 Thessaloniki, Greece
Salon du Chocolat Paris 2026: The World's Biggest Chocolate Show Illustrative photo
Food & Drink Festivals in Europe

Salon du Chocolat Paris 2026: The World's Biggest Chocolate Show

The Salon du Chocolat 2026 takes place from October 28 to November 1 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. More than 500 exhibitors from around 60 countries bring creations, tastings and the famous chocolate fashion show to the world's biggest chocolate event.

Oct 28, 2026
🇫🇷 Paris, France
Lucca Comics and Games 2026: Pop Culture Festival in Tuscany Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Lucca Comics and Games 2026: Pop Culture Festival in Tuscany

Lucca Comics and Games 2026 takes place from October 28 to November 1 inside the Renaissance walled old town of Lucca. Europe's biggest pop culture festival marks its 60th anniversary with thousands of cosplayers filling the historic streets.

Oct 28, 2026
🇮🇹 Lucca, Italy
Derry Halloween Festival 2026: Europe's Biggest Halloween Celebration Illustrative photo
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Derry Halloween Festival 2026: Europe's Biggest Halloween Celebration

The Derry Halloween Festival 2026 takes place from October 28 to 31 in the Walled City of Derry, marking its 40th anniversary. The parade and fireworks are free, while select zones of the Awakening the Walled City trail introduce a small timed entry ticket for the first time.

Oct 28, 2026
🇬🇧 Derry, United Kingdom
Cartagena Jazz Festival 2026, Cartagena, Spain – Dates, Line-up & Tickets Illustrative photo
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Cartagena Jazz Festival 2026, Cartagena, Spain – Dates, Line-up & Tickets

The Cartagena Jazz Festival 2026 takes place from 28 October to 15 November in Cartagena, Spain. The 45th edition brings international jazz stars to El Batel, Luzzy and other venues. Tickets start at 5 EUR; the festival pass is 135 EUR.

Oct 28, 2026
🇪🇸 Cartagena, Spain
Club to Club Festival 2026: Electronic Music in Turin Illustrative photo
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Club to Club Festival 2026: Electronic Music in Turin

Club to Club Festival 2026 celebrates 25 years in Turin with a line up featuring Arca, Robyn, Kelela, The Avalanches, and Yung Lean and Bladee, spread across Lingotto Fiere, OGR Torino and Teatro Carignano.

Oct 29, 2026
🇮🇹 Turin, Italy