Sunny days and long lazy evenings are perfect for enjoying a festival at home or while away on holiday.
August is packed with a wide variety of festivals from food and drink festivals to medieval events.
Here are some of the top festivals in Europe in August.
Food and drink festivals
Germany
Berlin
Germans know a thing or two about making beer.
The best local offerings will be mixing it up with international treasures at the Berlin International Beer Festival.
Over 2000 different beers to chose from, so you should be able to find your favorite, and maybe discover some new ones too.
Hamburg
Speciality cheeses, hearty meals from the grill, and of course, delectable wines, will all be on offer at the Winzerfest Hamburg.
It’s Hamburg’s culinary event of the year.
Stuttgart
It’s not only quality cars that come out of Stuttgart, it’s also one of Germany’s most renowned wine regions.
Stuttgarter Weindorf offers the best of the region’s food and wine.
Dusseldorf
Prepare to be inspired and entertained at the Gourmet Festival in Dusseldorf
It’s a sophisticated meeting place to enjoy taste sensations from all corners of the world.
Frankfurt
Celebrating the wines of the Rheingau, the region’s vintners gather in Frankfurt to show off their finest vintages at the Rheingau Wine Festival.
England
London
London Craft Beer Festival is a celebartion of the best of modern beer.
The Great British Beer Festival – 900 beers in four days, your time starts now!
Cultural Festival
Germany – Frankfurt
Europe’s largest culture festival is held on the banks of the River Main in Frankfurt,
Museumsufer Fest attracts over 3 million visitors every year.
It’s a tribute to the museums of the city and combines art, theatre, music, dance, food and wine to create a unique visitor experience.
Medieval and historical festivals
Croatia
The old town Koprivnica in Croatia is a silent and mystical witness of past times.
It’s an ideal backdrop for the wonderful Renaissance Festival showcasing the Middle Ages.
Denmark
When you visit the Medieval Festival in Horsens, Denmark, you’ll step back in time and experience life as it was lived 500 years ago
England
England’s Medieval Festival is a magical medieval experience taking place at The Herstmonceux Castle in Hailsham, East Sussex.
Germany
Bringing the Middle Ages back to life,
Manderscheid in Germany presents the fabulously annual Historical Burgenfest Manderscheid in on the last weekend of August.
Music Festivals
Nordic Countries biggest dance festival is the Weekend Festival in Helsinki.
It’s one of the best electronic music festivals in Europe.
Gothenburg’s Way Out West Festival is an annual Swedish event.
Over the three days you’ll have the chance to experience a great specter of different music genres.
The Netherlands
Lowlands takes place just outside Utrecht.
It’s a music and performing arts festival with over 250 acts performing over the three days.
Croatia
Pag Island, Croatia is home to the Sonus Festival – sun, sand, sea and exciting electronic music.
What’s not to love? Electronica, techno, world, disco, dubstep – if we’re talking your language, this Dimension Festival Croatia is for you.
On top of great beats, the location is unbeatable.
A beach, an abandoned fort, stunning views over the crystal blue waters of the Adriatic Sea, parties on land and at sea,
These are the backdrop to the amazing Outlook Festival, the leading festival of its kind in Europe.
England
Eastern Electrics is back for the fifth year. This fantastic festival for electronic music lovers takes place at Hatfield House, just a hop, skip and a jump north of central London.
Creamfields Festival in the UK took the award for Best Dance Event in 2015.
It’s held near Liverpool and is a fantastic outdoor clubbing experience.
Reading Music Festival could be described as the granddaddy of the UK music festival scene.
A magical and unique blend of multi-genre madness.
Hugely popular, Leeds Music Festival is another great British festival.
Germany
A fixture in the German electronic music festival calendar;
Nature One Festival, held in a former NATO missile base in Kastellaun, and has the best DJs from around the world.
All Festivals in August
Nišville Jazz and Blues Festival, Serbia, 9 – 12 August 2018
Each year Nišville jazz festival attracts some 100.000 visitors with legendary guests such as the saxophonist Grace Kelly or Solomon Burke who attended the festival in the past.
Jazz Middelheim in Antwerp, 9 – 12 August 2018
The annual summer jazz festival, Jazz Middelheim, in the romantic village of Antwerp is back for its 49th edition. This iconic jazz festival has gained quite the reputation for featuring some of best local and international jazz musicians.
Dimensions Festival Croatia, 29 August – 2 September 2018
Electronica, techno, world, disco, dubstep - if we’re talking your language, Dimensions festival is for you. On top of all great music, the location is unbeatable.
Leeds Festival, another year with a Great Lineup! 23 – 25 August 2019
One of the most popular pop and rock festivals in UK. Just like Reading Festival, Leeds Festival usually have the same quality lineup every year, with some of the biggest names in the pop and rock industry.
Creamfields Festival – UK, 22 – 25 August 2019
House, EDM, techno, drum and bass, trance, grime and more makes Creamfields a great festival for all dance music fans.
Mark the first weekend of August – Berlin Beer Festival 3 – 5 August 2018
Approximately 86 countries will present about 2.000 beer varieties on the 2,2 kilometer street beer festival. You will find more than 20 regions with music and beers
Food Festival Edinburgh, 3 – 5 August 2018
A visit to a Foodies Festival is a fun day out for the whole family. Edinburgh is home of the original Foodies Festival and it once again hosts this three day culinary food festival in August
Weekend Festival Helsinki, Finland, 17-18 August 2018
Weekend Festival is one of the best electronic music festivals in Europe, with spectacular line-ups.
Medieval Festival in Horsens, Denmark. 24 – 25 August 2018
An annual festival that takes place always on the last weekend in August in Horsens, Denmark. It's a unique journey to the past, organized in the former prison "FÆNGSLET" – truly amazing place for all activities that this festival has to offer.
Historical Burgenfest in Manderscheid, Germany 25 – 26 August 2018
Manderscheid in Germany is once again bringing the Middle Ages back to life at the last weekend in August
Viagem Medieval, in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. 31 July – 11 Aug. 2019
Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria, Portugal in August - Medieval Journey in Santa Maria - one of Europe’s major historical reenactment events.
Outlook Festival 2018, with a massive Lineup – Croatia 5 – 9 September
Held over four idyllic days and nights at the end of summer, Outlook festival is where both the sights and sounds promise to delight. Check out the great Lineup and secure your tickets.
Starlite Festival Marbella 2018 – with Sting and more! 19 July – 13 August
Concerts which are purposefully for a reduced number of spectators so that they can see and hear their favourites up close. Intimate set up instead of overcrowded arenas is what Starlite is all about. A big headliner 2018 is Sting !
Shrewsbury Folk Festival. 24 – 27 August 2018, Shrewsbury, UK
Shrewsbury Folk Festival is an all-round music festival for all ages with four sound stages, dance tent and unique venues for children and youth. There are also shops, caterers, a craft fair, free buses into Shrewsbury town centre and a massive campsite.
La Tomatina Buñol, Spain. 29 August 2018
La Tomatina is a food fight festival held on the last Wednesday of August each year in the town of Bunol near to Valencia in Spain.
Nature One Festival, Kastellaun Germany. 3 – 5 August 2018
Among the largest European open air electronic music festivals, and one of the most famous in Germany. Situated in a former NATO missile base right next to Kastellaun, Nature One Festival is practically a giant industrial dance floor.
Loveweek festival, One Week long Party, Pag Island Croatia, 21-27 July 2018
Loveweek Festival is taking over Zrce Beach for a one week long party! Except the craziest parties, the lucky ticket holders will aboard the Loveship for a day joining the top DJs.
Fiesta del Albariño, Wine Festival in Cambados, Spain, 1 – 5 August 2018
Fiesta del Albariño is a wine festival celebrating the renowned locally-produced white wine, Albariño.
It has been a Festival of National Tourist Interest since 1977
It has been a Festival of National Tourist Interest since 1977
Shambala Festival, 23 – 26 August 2018 Northamptonshire, UK
A family festival, in Northamptonshire countryside. more than 200 musical acts, cabaret, 12 stages, workshops, inspirational talks, circus shows interactive theater
Eastern Electrics Music Festival, London – 4 August 2018
Expect the finest sounds across house, techno, disco, garage, bass and more for this summer outing, plus lots of on-site fun and games to keep all party people entertained.
Øya Festival Oslo. 8 – 11 August Oslo, Norway
The Oya festival draws around 60,000 music fans to Oslo's east side.International stars mixed with local well-known and up-coming artists.
Cambridge Folk Festival, 2 – 5 August 2018. Cambridge, UK
Featuring an eclectic mix of music, including the best traditional folk artists from the UK and Ireland. The festival has expanded to include American blues, roots and country artists.
Rheingau Wine Festival – Frankfurt. 29 August – 9 September 2018
Rheingau vintners are presenting their fine wines in the area of Frankfurt’s pedestrian shopping zone. Each year there are over 600 wines from the Rheingau region that you can taste on the spot, offered at about 30 wine stands.
Summer Music Festival Salzburg, Austria 20 July – 30 August 2018
The highlights at Summer Music Festival Salzburg is Opera, Drama and Classical Music - The annual "Salzburger Festspiele" is going on from July 20 to August 30 in 2018.
Maschsee Lake Festival Hannover, Germany. 1 -19 August 2018
Music and performances line the lakeside the first three weeks of August. Fun atmosphere with drinks and food. Artists from every corner of the world gather in this charming festival in Hannover.
A Summer’s Tale, Germany 1 – 4 August 2018
As well as international and local multi-genre music, it's a cultural, creative, and outdoor experience. A Summer's Tale is a world of its own in which you will want to immerse yourself !
Ardesio DiVino Wine Festival in the Province of Bergamo, Italy in August
Ardesio DiVino is a festival where you'll discover the magic of the flavors of Italy. It all takes place in the center of the picturesque city Ardesio. Cultural events, art, games, and, of course, food and wine.
Sidmouth Folk Week, 3 – 10 August in Sidmouth, UK
This 8-day seaside celebration of music, dance and song is known as Britain’s oldest festival. Enjoy more than 700 events from major concerts to small sessions, to parties, ceilidhs and folk dancing.
Bestival Festival – Pop and Rock in East Lulworth UK, 2 – 5 August 2018
They call it "The most colorful show on earth" Bestival Festival is offering music experience to remember, each year better than the previous one. Rock, pop, indie, folk, RnB and electronic music, lots of happenings and fun.
England’s Medieval Festival at Herstmonceux Castle, 25 – 27 August 2018
England’s Medieval Festival - a magical medieval experience annually held in the beautiful Herstmonceux castle in East Sussex. It’s a one of its kind event, with historical connotation and a spectacle and fun for the whole family.
Störtebeker medieval games, Rugen Germany – 23. June – 08. September 2018
One of the most famous events on Rugen island is the annual Störtebeker medieval games in Ralswiek. Ongoing games Mondays to Saturdays.
North Sea Beer Festival 24 – 26 August 2018 Oostend, Belgium
About 30 breweries and beer companies will be flaunting more than 150 Belgian specialty beers in the relaxing seaside town Oostende, Belgium.
Mainzer Wein Markt – Mainz Wine Festival, Two last weekends of August 2018
A cozy and relaxing wine festival that let you discover the infinite lightness of wine. It is annually held in the beautiful Mainz City Park.
Copenhagen Cooking & Food Festival, 24 August – 2 September, 2018
Every year food lovers - around 80,000 of them - converge on Copenhagen to sample seasonal produce and indulge in culinary delights.
Renaissance Festival in Koprivnica – Croatia , 23 – 26 August , 2018
Obidos Medieval Festival , Portugal. 12 July – 5 August 2018
At this Obidos Medieval Festival market Portuguese artisans and merchants travel from far and wide to attend; adding to the incredible medieval atmosphere in the picturesque town Obidos.
Gourmet Festival Düsseldorf. 24 – 26 August 2018
Gourmet Festival Düsseldorf is held in August every year at the famous "Königs Alle". You really get the best of quality food that this German city is offering; organic food , soft drinks and juices, baked goods, cocktails and beer, seafood and fishes, meat, vinegars, wine and even more.
Reading Multi Genre Music Festival, 23 – 25 August 2019
Reading is one of the largest music festivals with a combination of rock, pop, punk, progressive rock, metal, RnB, dance, electronic and hip-hop music.
The Great British Beer Festival, London 7 – 11 August 2018
The Great British Beer Festival offers visitors the chance to try more than 900 beers. A tasty exploring adventure known as UK’s biggest beer festival.
Food and Drink Festival on Guernsey Island in UK, 24 August – 02 September 2018
SONUS Festival on the Party Island Pag, Croatia, 19 – 23 August 2018
Pag Island in Croatia will host some great parties even this summer - Sonus Festival Lineup 2018 are, among others,
Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, Joseph Capriati, Jackmaster, Peggy Gou, Richie Hawtin, Ricardo Villalobos, Solomun, Sven Väth and many more. Check it out !
Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, Joseph Capriati, Jackmaster, Peggy Gou, Richie Hawtin, Ricardo Villalobos, Solomun, Sven Väth and many more. Check it out !
Great Week San Sebastian, 11 – 18 August 2018 – San Sebastian, Spain
A festival for all tastes. During the week that marks the Virgin’s Day (Aug. 15). This Basque city in northern Spain makes a big celebratory fuss that includes an International Fireworks Competition.
Stuttgarter Weindorf – a paradise for all wine fans. 29 Aug. – 9 Sept. 2018
Stuttgarter Weindorf is attracting people from all Germany, Europe and even other continents, to experience an unique peaceful and cozy atmosphere, and of course the best wines and food from this district of Germany.
Lowlands Festival – Music and Entertainment, The Netherlands 17 – 19 August 2018
Over 250 and 12 stages makes Lowlands multi genre music and arts festival unique. Music, theatre, film, arts, stand-up comedy, science, literature and street theater
St.Pauli Winzerfest, Wine Festival Hamburg Germany, 22 – 25 August 2019
Winzerfest Wine Festival introduces German vintners from famous wine regions.
The wines of the festival are accompanied with great local food and live music.
The wines of the festival are accompanied with great local food and live music.
Sziget Festival – The Island of Freedom, Hungary, 8 – 5 August 2018
A seven-day music and art festival filled with over a thousand programs. Sziget Festival will be enjoyed by nearly half a million visitors from all over the world.
Gothenburg’s Way Out West Festival 9 – 11 August 2018
Culture Festival in Frankfurt, 24 – 26 August 2018
Consuegra Medieval Festival – An exciting historical event in August
Consuegra Medieval Festival is a time warp of dramatized performances in which participants are transported back to the 8th century. Every year a weekend in August.
London Craft Beer Festival, 3 – 5 August 2018
A weekend focused firmly on the joys of beer, with over 45 breweries from around the world showcasing their finest craft beers. 300 unique beers for you to sample.
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