{"id":167432,"date":"2024-03-11T13:10:40","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T09:10:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/?p=167432"},"modified":"2024-09-17T14:25:16","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T10:25:16","slug":"best-of-europe-festivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/best-of-europe-festivals\/","title":{"rendered":"Oktoberfest to the Olympics: The best European events & festivals to attend in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Music festivals are spectacular.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sports events are gripping.<\/strong><\/p>\n

These statements stand true for events and festivals anywhere in the world, and when you travel across the world to attend one, it\u2019s all the more special. <\/p>\n

Europe in 2024 is doing everything right \u2013 from hosting the Olympics in Paris to welcoming around 7 million people to the legendary Oktoberfest, there are a plethora of experiences for culture enthusiasts, romantics, party ravers, cinephiles, and sports fans, to enjoy in Europe, in 2024! Let\u2019s jump straight in and discover an event (or many) for you!<\/p>\n

Keukenhof Tulip Flower Festival<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> Lisse, The Netherlands \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span> March 21 – May 12, 2024<\/h4>\n

Prepare to welcome spring with a kaleidoscope of colors at the 75th Keukenhof Tulip Flower Festival in the Netherlands! Called \u2018the most beautiful spring garden in the world\u2019, Keukenhof Gardens<\/a> is hand planted with 7 million flower bulbs in the autumn to flower in spring. <\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss out on the three different blooming periods:<\/strong> <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf37 First Period:<\/b> There are some great indoor flower shows with blooming tulips. Outside, daffodils and crocuses are in bloom.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf37 Second Period: <\/b>The indoor flower shows are still ongoing. The outdoors now has hyacinths and early tulips blooming.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf37Third Period: <\/b> The indoor flower shows continue and the outdoors is bursting with vivid colors of tulips and green trees.<\/p>\n

\"Keukenhof<\/p>\n

Best Kept Secret<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> Hilvarenbeek, The Netherlands \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span> June 7-9, 2024 <\/h4>\n

Ssshh\u2026can you keep a secret? You\u2019ll not want to once you hear about the Best Kept Secret music festival in the Netherlands. From indie rock to electronic beats to experimental pop, this music festival will help you explore a plethora of music genres. Meet like minded souls, exchange hugs and awes, and enjoy mouth-watering foods, all this while surrounded by beautiful landscapes of nature. <\/p>\n

Combo deal you shouldn\u2019t miss:<\/strong> You can buy a weekend inclusive campsite ticket which will give you on-site accommodation, spacious and fully-equipped. <\/p>\n

\"Best<\/p>\n

Amsterdam Dance Event<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> Amsterdam, The Netherlands \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span> October 16-20, 2024 <\/h4>\n

Get ready to dance the night away to pulsating electronic music at Amsterdam\u2019s electrifying festival – Amsterdam Dance Event<\/a>. Currently in its 29th edition, ADE is the ultimate celebration of all things EDM and if 2023 is anything to go by 2024 promises big names, large crowds, and a dance party like no other. <\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong> Watch out for ADE By Day, a daytime programme that transfers Amsterdam <\/a>into a large pop-up shop with a host of events & activities including studio sessions, hardware workshops, screening, and exhibitions.<\/p>\n

\"Amsterdam<\/p>\n

Prague Beer Festival<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> The Holesovice Market, Prague \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span> April 12-13, 2024 <\/h4>\n

Raise your mugs and say \u2018Na zdrav\u00ed!\u2019 at the 6th Prague<\/a> Beer Festival in the Czech Republic. This edition will bring together 50 breweries from 17 countries, who\u2019ll craft and entice you with some of the richest tasting beers, from bitter and malty to citrusy and floral. If you\u2019re a seasoned beer lover<\/a> or someone who loves to have a good time, Prague Beer Festival is the place to be. <\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/strong> The festival will be completely cashless. Instead you\u2019ll receive a chip on which credit (cash\/card) will be charged for beer consumption.<\/p>\n

\"Prague<\/p>\n

Cannes Film Festival<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> Cannes, France \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span>May 14-25, 2024<\/h4>\n

Lights, camera, action! Step into the glitz and glamor of the silver screen at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in the picturesque French Riviera<\/a> town of Cannes. It\u2019s true that you can\u2019t attend the main festival unless you\u2019re accredited but don\u2019t be dejected because there are two ways to go about it \u2013 get an accreditation or watch a public screening by the beach (at 9:30pm every evening of the festival). Despite how you feel about it, Cannes 2024 will have a much lighter Hollywood presence as compared to last year (remember that time Leonardo DiCaprio, Harrison Ford, and Scarlett Johansson premiered their movies?) due to the recent writer\u2019s strike (which led to production delays). But, BUT, Cannes 2024 will shine the light on European movies – Anatomy of a Fall and The Zone of Interest, which were each nominated for five Oscars. <\/p>\n

Don’t miss:<\/strong> If you\u2019re early to the venue, you can catch a glimpse of celebrities donned in their glamorous outfits, walking up the iconic red carpet stairway to the entrance of Palais des Festival.<\/p>\n

\"Cannes<\/p>\n

French Open<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> Roland Garros Stadium, Paris, France \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span> May 20 – June 9, 2024<\/h4>\n

The prestigious tennis tournament \u2013 the French Open returns to Roland Garros, Paris.<\/a> He may have pulled out of plenty of tournaments already, but if Rafael Nadal is back in action by May, then you will want to watch him play. This really might be the last time we\u2019ll see the Clay Court GOAT play in his kingdom. His protege, Carlos Alcaraz is also a treat to watch, but with Nokav Djokovic always around, this one promises to be an exciting one. In the women\u2019s draw, Iga \u015awi\u0105tek is the most successful winner in recent times, but with Simona Halep cleared to return, the top spot might just be up for grabs. If this is your first time catching the French Open LIVE, know that there are 20 courts including three stadiums, so get the most out of your French Open trip. <\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/strong> While purchasing tickets, (if available) opt for South and West sides to avoid sun glares.<\/p>\n

\"French<\/p>\n

Tour de France<\/h2>\n

\ud83d\udccd<\/span> Across 39 locations in Italy, San Marino, Monaco and France \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/span> June 29 – July 21, 2024 <\/h4>\n

The 11th edition of Tour de France is set to commence in the historic city of Florence and finish in Nice (at the foot of the French Alps). As the most prestigious cycling event, Tour de France is set to host professional cyclists from all over the world, to test their strength, stamina, and strategy. The route terrain is a mix of hills, mountains, and flat roads. <\/p>\n