Europe’s full of spellbinding sights, but did you know it also hosts heaps of events too? June kicks 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!

Aglan Jazz Festival, Cyprus

June 2025

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

Athens Pride, Greece

June 2025

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.

Primavera Sound Barcelona, Spain

5 to 8 June 2025

Music lovers, this one’s for you! Expect an eclectic line-up taking to the stage in 2025. Located in Parc del Forum, just a 20-minute tram ride from Barcelona’s centre, you can easily slot in some sightseeing, too.

Primavera Sound Porto, Portugal

12 to 15 June 2025

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

13 June to 15 August 2025

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.

Hideout Festival, Croatia
22 to 25 June 2025

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!

Atlantic Festival

6 to 29 June 2025

Start your summer in style at Madeira’s Atlantic Festival! Every Saturday in June, the skies light up with fabulous fireworks above Funchal’s Bay and music fills the air. Each unique display is entered into a competition, with the winner being awarded the honour of creating the New Year’s Eve firework display at the end of the year.

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