August 2026

August 2026 Events and Festivals in Europe

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

Grafenegg Music Festival 2026: 20th Anniversary, Program and Tickets
Festivals

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.

Aug 14, 2026
🇦🇹 Grafenegg, Austria
Scheveningen International Fireworks Festival 2026 – Program, Times & Visitor Guide
Festivals
Free

Scheveningen International Fireworks Festival 2026 – Program, Times & Visitor Guide

In August 2026, the International Fireworks Festival in Scheveningen will light up the night sky once again. Over four evenings (two weekends), different countries compete with spectacular shows. Enjoy the free event from the cozy beach cafes or directly from the sandy beach.

Aug 14, 2026
🇳🇱 Den Haag (Scheveningen), Netherlands
Brussels Dance Festival 2026: Program, Dance and Tips
Festivals
Free

Brussels Dance Festival 2026: Program, Dance and Tips

From 14 to 23 August 2026, the Brussels Dance Festival turns downtown Brussels into a giant, free dance stage with performances, battles, workshops and parties across the city's finest squares.

Aug 14, 2026
🇧🇪 Brussel, Belgium
Bad Staffelstein Beer Brewers Festival 2026: Program, Date and Tips
Food & Drink
Free

Bad Staffelstein Beer Brewers Festival 2026: Program, Date and Tips

On 15 August 2026, Bad Staffelstein celebrates its traditional Bierbrauerfest on the market square. All eleven local breweries showcase their specialties, alongside Franconian music, hearty food and free admission.

Aug 15, 2026
🇩🇪 Bad Staffelstein, Germany
Rave The Planet Parade Berlin 2026 – IMAGINE LOVE
Festivals
Free

Rave The Planet Parade Berlin 2026 – IMAGINE LOVE

Join hundreds of thousands of ravers on 15 August 2026 at Berlin's Straße des 17. Juni for the Rave The Planet Parade 2026. Under the motto IMAGINE LOVE, more than 300 international artists perform across 34 floats in this free, open-air electronic music demonstration.

Aug 15, 2026
🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Klassik im Dom Vienna: Concerts in St. Stephen's Cathedral, Program and Tickets
Festivals

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.

Aug 15, 2026
🇦🇹 Wien, Austria
Palio di Siena – Palio dell'Assunta, Program & Visitor Guide
Festivals

Palio di Siena – Palio dell'Assunta, Program & Visitor Guide

The Palio dell'Assunta on 16 August 2026 at Piazza del Campo, Siena is the world's most famous horse race. Ten contrade battle for glory in under 90 seconds. Entry to the central standing area is free; tribune seats range from €350 to €700.

Aug 16, 2026
🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Stuttgart Wine Village 2026: 50th Anniversary, Program and Opening Hours
Festivals
Free

Stuttgart Wine Village 2026: 50th Anniversary, Program and Opening Hours

From 20 August to 5 September 2026, the Stuttgart Wine Village celebrates its 50th anniversary in the heart of the city. Enjoy more than 500 Württemberg wines, Swabian specialties and lively summer evenings on Marktplatz, Schillerplatz and Kirchstraße.

Aug 20, 2026
🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany
Koprivnica Renaissance Festival 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Festivals
Free

Koprivnica Renaissance Festival 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide

From 20 to 23 August 2026, Koprivnica hosts one of Croatia's most authentic historical festivals. Over 1,300 costumed performers from 13 European countries bring the Renaissance to life with knight tournaments, alchemists, torch-lit night battles and medieval cuisine. Entry free on Thursday, €5 Friday to Sunday.

Aug 20, 2026
🇭🇷 Koprivnica, Croatia
Neustifter Kirtag 2026: Wine Harvest Festival in Vienna's Wine Suburb
Festivals
Free

Neustifter Kirtag 2026: Wine Harvest Festival in Vienna's Wine Suburb

From 20 to 23 August 2026, Neustift am Walde in Vienna's 19th district celebrates the Neustifter Kirtag, a wine harvest festival dating back over 250 years, featuring the Hauerkrone procession, traditional costumes, market stalls and cosy evenings at the wine taverns. Free entry.

Aug 20, 2026
🇦🇹 Wien (19. Bezirk, Döbling), Austria
Saalfelden Jazz Festival 2026: Program, Tickets and Travel Guide
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Saalfelden Jazz Festival 2026: Program, Tickets and Travel Guide

From 20 to 23 August 2026, the Saalfelden Jazz Festival turns the Austrian Alps into a stage for around 60 concerts. Enjoy international acts, free city and mountain concerts, and a unique blend of jazz and alpine scenery.

Aug 20, 2026
🇦🇹 Saalfelden, Austria
Pukkelpop Hasselt 2026 – Festival, Lineup & Tickets
Festivals

Pukkelpop Hasselt 2026 – Festival, Lineup & Tickets

Pukkelpop 2026 takes place from 20 to 23 August in Hasselt, Belgium. With headliners including Tyler, The Creator, Florence + The Machine, Deftones and Turnstile, it's one of Europe's leading indie and electronic festivals. Day tickets from €134, combi tickets from €287.

Aug 20, 2026
🇧🇪 Hasselt, Belgium