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Old Vine Festival
Held every fall, the festival celebrates Maribor’s rich winemaking heritage with a contemporary twist. The highlight is the ceremonial harvest of the Old Vine, which is more than 400 years old and listed in the Guinness Book of Records. The program includes wine tastings, winemaker presentations, live music, and wine-focused culinary events. Events take place across Maribor, especially around Lent and the Old Vine House. Most events are free, while some tastings and special experiences require …
The Ljubljana Festival
Held each summer, the Ljubljana Festival is Slovenia’s largest and most prestigious cultural event, bringing world-class music, opera, ballet, and theater to the heart of the capital. With its cosmopolitan spirit and carefully curated program of outstanding performers, the festival adds vibrant energy to Ljubljana’s lively summer atmosphere and attracts audiences from across Europe and …
Dutch Design Week
Each October, Dutch Design Week transforms Eindhoven into a citywide showcase of bold ideas and creative problem-solving. Over nine days, exhibitions, installations, talks, and workshops explore how design can respond to social, technological, and environmental challenges. Designers, students, researchers, and companies from the Netherlands and around the world present their work across more than 100 venues, from former industrial spaces and studios to museums and public areas. Visitors can …
International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam
The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam takes place each November and is the largest documentary film festival in the world. Founded in 1988, it brings together filmmakers, industry professionals and audiences to explore stories from around the globe. Over ten to twelve days, more than 300 documentaries are screened at cinemas and cultural venues across Amsterdam. The program includes international premieres, competitions, and films by both emerging and established filmmakers, …
Grunwald Reenactment
Each July, the quiet fields near the village of Grunwald in northern Poland fill with the sounds of armor, horses, and voices from the past. The annual reenactment recalls the Battle of Grunwald of 1410, when Polish-Lithuanian forces defeated the Teutonic Order in one of the largest battles of medieval Europe. Hundreds of participants in historical dress reenact key moments of the battle, while visitors can walk through medieval camps, watch craft demonstrations, and learn about everyday life, …
Secto Rally Finland
Secto Rally Finland has been held since 1951 and became part of the FIA World Rally Championship at its inaugural season in 1973. It is consistently described as the fastest rally on the WRC calendar: a breathtaking spectacle of smooth gravel roads, blind crests and cars launched airborne over iconic jumps. The event is held in Finland's Lakeland region, in the city of …
Rotterdam Architecture Month
Each June, Rotterdam hosts Rotterdam Architecture Month, a citywide program dedicated to architecture, urban design and the future of the built environment. The event takes place in and around the city’s harbor areas, with a central festival site featuring exhibitions, talks, workshops and guided tours. Visitors can explore Rotterdam’s distinctive architecture through walking tours, lectures, film screenings and installations. Architects, designers, students and residents come together to …
Ljubljana Jazz Festival
The Ljubljana Jazz Festival is one of the oldest jazz festivals in Europe, presenting top Slovenian and international jazz artists since 1960. Held each summer in Ljubljana, it plays an important role in developing and promoting jazz across the wider region. The line-up includes performances by established names and emerging musicians, with a focus on contemporary jazz and its fusion with other genres. The festival regularly hosts premieres of new projects and collaborations, maintaining a …
St. Dominic’s Fair
St. Dominic's Fair takes place each summer in the historic center of Gdańsk, usually from late July to mid-August. For several weeks, the streets of the Main Town and riverside areas along the Motława fill with market stalls, performers, and visitors, continuing a tradition dating back to the 13th century. Established in 1260 as a trading fair, it remains linked to the city’s maritime and commercial heritage. Today, artisans, collectors, and local producers present crafts, antiques, regional …
Sails (Zagle) Szczecin
Along the Odra River, tall ships and sailors converge in August for Sails Szczecin. The festival transforms the waterfront into a place of movement and spectacle, where river cruises, ship tours, and live performances unfold against the backdrop of the city’s historic port. Workshops, concerts, and family-friendly activities fill the riverfront, offering immersive experiences for all ages. Zagle has become a highlight of Szczecin’s summer calendar, celebrating its maritime heritage and the …