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Ostendaise North Sea Food Fest
Experience a weekend of culinary excellence as Oostendse chefs ingeniously craft dishes featuring the finest seafood from the North Sea. Discover and indulge in the creations of 23 talented Oostendse chefs amidst the picturesque seaside ambiance! You can also discover Ostend's gastronomy through the eyes of a passionate fisherman. Follow his story and his journey from the moment the fish is caught until it reaches your plate. The walk takes you past a series of maritime locations. Each month, …
Éimaischen
The Éimaischen festival, with roots stretching back to at least 1827, is one of Luxembourg’s most beloved traditional events. At its heart lies a vibrant craft market, renowned for its exquisite pottery and ceramics. A standout attraction is the charming Péckvillercher—tiny terracotta bird whistles sold exclusively at the festival. Each year brings new designs, and eager visitors line up early to secure these delightful collectibles. The two largest markets are held annually on Easter Monday, …
Midnight Sun Film Festival
The Midnight Sun Film Festival , one of the most unique film festivals in the world, has taken place in the small Lapland village of Sodankylä every June since 1986. Founded by Finnish directors Aki and Mika Kaurismäki and Anssi Mänttäri, the festival is built around a remarkable fact: in mid-June, the sun does not set above the Arctic Circle. Films are screened continuously, day and night, across multiple …
Viljandi Folk Music Festival
The festival takes place every July in the castle park and centre of Viljandi. It is the strongest expression of a special mindset originating from the early 1990s. This mindset values tradition, heritage, and a local identity and tries to adapt the spiritual values collected over hundreds and thousands of years with the modern way of living – all of this to keep the traditions alive and thereby strengthen our national characteristics. Viljandi Folk Music Festival has become one of the largest …
Viennale Film Festival
Each October, Austria’s most important international film festival transforms Vienna’s historic cinemas into vibrant hubs of global storytelling. One of the oldest and most respected festivals in the German-speaking world, the Viennale brings together a young, international audience and a bold selection of around 300 films from across the globe—many shown as international premieres. From Cannes favorites to unexpected discoveries, the program celebrates innovative, politically engaged …
Lađa Boat Marathon
The Lađa Boat Marathon is a traditional rowing event held on the Neretva River in southern Croatia. It follows a 22.5-kilometer route connecting the towns of Metković, Opuzen, and Ploče. The race features teams rowing in traditional lađa boats, wooden vessels once used for transport and trade in the Neretva Valley. Today, the event plays an important role in preserving local heritage and reflecting the region’s strong connection to river life. Around 30 teams and several hundred rowers …
GLOW Light Festival
Each November, the city of Eindhoven hosts GLOW, an outdoor light art festival that transforms the city center into a large open-air exhibition. During the event, buildings, public spaces, and streets are illuminated with light installations, projections, and interactive artworks created by artists and designers from the Netherlands and abroad. Visitors follow a walking route of several kilometers through the city, discovering artworks installed on historic buildings, squares, and along the …
Toer de Geuze
Belgian beer culture boasts countless highlights, and this spring, you can experience one of its most unique traditions. Toer de Geuze celebrates the timeless sparkle of lambic and gueuze beers, brewed exclusively in the Pajottenland and the Zenne Valley, the green region surrounding Brussels. During the event, numerous lambic breweries and gueuze blenders open their doors for tours, tastings, and exclusive experiences. Explore the Zenne Valley and enjoy the warm hospitality of the …
Floraliën Ghent
Enjoy 10 days of flowers and plants in full bloom in Ghent’s arts quarter. Floraliën Ghent is the international flower and plant festival that makes the city blossom every four years. Floraliën normally takes place across several spectacular locations, including the Floraliënhal, ’t Kuipke, and the beautiful Botanical Garden in Ghent's Citadel Park. For ten days, these venues host the finest creations by top florists, ornamental growers, garden designers, and artists. Let yourself be moved …
Ride of the Kings
Experience one of the most fascinating folk traditions in Czechia: the Ride of the Kings in the village of Vlčnov . This centuries-old festival, inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, takes place in spring and offers a vibrant glimpse into Moravian culture. The highlight of the event is a ceremonial procession led by a young “king”, traditionally a boy dressed in an ornate costume with a rose in his mouth, symbolizing silence and mystery. He is accompanied by riders in richly …