Europe’s full of spellbinding sights, but did you know it also hosts heaps of events too? April, May and June kick off the start of summer, so there’s plenty going on. And whether you’re all about music or into your sports, there’s bound to be something to pique your interest. Plus, you can splice in some sightseeing along the way – winner!

Mallorca 312

27 April 2024

One day, three challenging trails to choose from. Mallorca 312 gives riders the option of tackling a 312km, 225km or 167km-long route through Majorca’s magnificent UNESCO-stamped Sierra de Tramuntana mountain range.

Budapest Spring Festival

29 April to 12 May

With over 40 events ranging from music concerts and film festivals to art exhibitions and immersive theatre, you’ll be spoilt for choice at Budapest’s Spring Festival.

Madeira Flower Festival, Madeira

2 to 26 May 2024

Celebrate spring with Madeira’s bloomin’ lovely flower festival in Funchal. Think parades, music and floral festival attire!

O Beach Ibiza Grand Opening Party, Ibiza

3 May 2024

Mark the start of another summer season in Ibiza with renowned DJs and the freshest house music. The fun starts here.

Ibiza Rocks opening party, Ibiza

4 May 2024

While you’re ditching the stresses, dreaming on daybeds and dancing under disco balls, globally known DJs will be bringing the biggest summer sounds. Name a better way to spend your days… it’s okay, we can wait.

Greek Orthodox Easter, Cyprus

5 May 2024

Easter is the most important Greek Orthodox religious feast in Cyprus and is celebrated across five days between Easter Thursday and Easter Monday.

Penina Golf Week, the Algarve

5 to 11 May 2024

Heading to the Algarve in May? Get ready for a jam-packed week of golf and great weather over at Penina Hotel & Golf Resort.

Maspalomas Gay Pride Parade, Gran Canaria

12 May 2024

At the start of May, this colourful festival takes over Maspalomas, on the south coast of Gran Canaria. Alongside the main parade, there are pool parties, boat parties, fashion shows and performances from big-name acts on the main stage.

Anthestiria Flower Festival, Cyprus

12 May 2024

The regions of Larnaca, Germasogeia and Paphos celebrate the coming of spring with the Anthestiria Flower Festival. A florals-focused parade and musical performances kick off the celebrations.

Cannes Film Festival, Cannes

14 to 25 May 2024

Get ready to mingle with the stars when you fly into Nice for Cannes Film Festival! A buzzing atmosphere and plenty of celebs will set cameras flashing, but you can have your own A-list experience in the city's swanky bars and restaurants.

Iron Man Lanzarote, Canary Islands

18 May 2024

With competitors completing a swim, cycle ride and run; it’s certainly not one for the faint hearted. Even if you’re not getting involved, the whole event brings a buzz about the island – especially the awards ceremony, which marks the end of the occasion.

Larnaca Sprint Triathlon, Cyprus

19 May 2024

This is the ideal event for competitors new to triathlons or wanting to perfect their speed in running, swimming and cycle sprints.

The French Open, Paris

20 May to 9 June 2024

This Grand Slam takes centre stage at The Stade Roland Garros in Paris and, although tickets are in short supply, there’s still plenty of opportunity to embrace the tennis festivities.

Grand Prix of Monaco, World Formula 1 Championship Race, France

26 to 28 May 2024

Make your way to Monaco this May and catch one of the world’s most prestigious F1 races. Watch the cars whizz up and down the narrow streets and feel the need for speed.

Athens Jazz, Greece

26 May to 3 June 2024

Celebrate the genre with live performances from world-famous names to budding new artists. Side events included pop-up record shops and art exhibitions.

Primavera Sound Barcelona, Spain

29 May to 2 Jun 2024

Music lovers, this one’s for you! Expect an eclectic line-up, with artists like Pulp, Peggy Gou and Lana Del Rey taking to the stage in 2024. Located in Parc del Forum, just a 20-minute tram ride from Barcelona’s centre, you can easily slot in some sightseeing, too.

Atlantic Festival, Funchal

31 May to 23 June

Every Saturday in June, Funchal’s skies light up with fabulous fireworks as music fills the air. The festival also doubles up as a competition, with the winner receiving the honour of creating the New Year’s Eve firework display, so you can bank on them being spectacular.

Rosalia Wine Picnic, Budapest

31 May to 2 June

Calling all rosé wine fans! Throw down your picnic blanket and get ready to embrace summer in Budapest’s city park. It’s all about food, wine and good times here.

Troodos Sports and Fun Festival, Cyprus

1 to 2 June 2024

The most-popular road cycling event takes place once again, after ten very successful previous years.

Primavera Sound Porto, Portugal

6 to 8 June 2024

The second in Primavera Sound’s festival series this year, Porto’s got all the same vibes as Primavera Sound Barcelona, just on a slightly smaller scale. That means you can get even closer to your favourite artists!

Verona Opera, Italy

7 June to 7 September 2024

Verona’s opera festival runs all the way through summer, giving you ample opportunity to catch one of the sensational performances on offer. And they’re all scheduled to take place at the magical Arena di Verona.

Athens Pride, Greece

15 June 2024

In Greece’s capital, they don’t do things by halves when it comes to Pride. The annual parade, which usually takes place in June, kicks off the celebrations, making its way through the streets of downtown Athens and arriving at Syntagma Square.

Aglan Jazz Festival, Cyprus

28 to 29 June 2024

This 18th annual jazz festival presents a wide variety of jazz performances of both classical and original scores.

Spanish Grand Prix, Barcelona
23 June 2024

Whether you’re in the grandstand or trackside, prepare to feel the F1 magic. The Grand Prix will be held at the Circuit de Catalunya – Barcelona and will be the third race of the European F1 season.

Hideout Festival, Croatia
23 to 27 June 2024

Over in Croatia, Hideout Festival treats festival-goers to an all-night line-up of various music genres such as house, techno and garage. And there'll still be plenty of time to feel the sand between your toes too!

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