European festivals
Heading to Europe? Pack your beer goggles ‘cos you’re going to stumble across at least one festival or street party while you’re there. Whether you’re sipping a stein (or two) at Oktoberfest, chasing some bulls in Spain or belting out an Irish tune on St Pat’s Day, make sure you check out our European festival inspiration below to party your ass off true Europe festival-style!
Europe Festivals - Tours & Packages
European festivals are the life-blood of Europe. The excitement, the celebration, the sangria; we've done the research. Now all you need to do is get there - and our Europe tours and packages will have you crashing into the best festivals in Europe.
Oktoberfest - Munich, Germany
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Knock back a few coldies at the world’s biggest beer festival! All in walking distance of Munich’s town centre, Oktoberfest is not to be missed on a trip to Europe. Think crazy theme park with beer and lots of happy people! |
| When: 20 Sep - 3 Oct 2011 |
| • Be part of the world's biggest beer festival in Munich • Drink beer in glasses the size of your head • Sing along with the oompah bands |
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San fermin festival (running of the bulls) - Pamplona, Spain
| So the question is, will you or won’t you? Dare to run with the bulls or just soak up the adrenalin & atmosphere of this unique festival! Whatever you decide, this festival will be one you’ll always remember…and our final tip: don’t wear red! |
| When: 5 JUL - 12 Jul 2012 |
| Highlights: • Watch the bull runs from Plaza de Toros • Sangria and cava aplenty • Chill on the beach in San Sebastian |
| Dates: Opening Week: 05JUL12 Midweek: 9JUL12 Final Week: 12JUL12 More details > |
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Running of the Bull & BBK Live Pamplona & Bilbao, Spain
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Experience two of Europe’s most famous events in one big festival tour – the legendary Running of the Bulls in Pamplona & the BBK Live Music Festival in Bilbao. Don your red & whites (if you dare) & get amongst the centuries old Running of the Bulls Festival. |
| When: 09 JUL 12 |
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St Patrick's day - Dublin, Ireland
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Over five crazy days, 4000 performers and 1 million people will be kicking-off Ireland’s biggest party! There’ll be music, street theatre, comedy, dance & spectacles galore…so grab a pint of Guinness and get ready to sing those Irish lungs out! |
| When: 17 Mar 2011 |
| • Party in Dublin with the Irish • Drink gallons of gorgeous Guinness • Local guides full of the Craic • Wear green and party in the streets |
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More St Patrick's packages
4 days ex. London from $439
9 day Celtic Combo from $879
(The ultimate all-Ireland St Patrick's extravaganza! See Ireland at it's best, North and South)
La Tomatina - Valencia, Spain
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Getting messy in Europe? Inevitable. Getting really messy in Europe? La Tomatina! Paint the town red and hurl yourself along to Spain’s biggest food fight. You’ll be soaked in tomato head-to-toe, so make sure you’re prepared to get down & dirty! |
| When: 26-28AUG 12 |
| Highlights: • Slog tomatoes at strangers • Explore Valencia with your guide • Chill out on the beach • Visit the America's Cup port |
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ANZAC Day - Gallipoli, Turkey
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The Digger Tour: Kick off with an Istanbul intro - cruise the Bosphorus with a cocktail in hand and get to grips with the gorgeous old city. Next stop is Gallipoli, where you'll camp down for the night, ready for a show of respect the next morning when you'll join the Anzac ceremony honouring fallen soldiers on this now-serene spot. Nip back to Istanbul to explore tantalising Topkapi Palace and the beautiful Blue Mosque, then let rip with a night of folk shows, belly dancing and boozing! |
| When: 22 APR 12 |
| Highlights: • Guided tour of "Old Istanbul" • Tour the Gallipoli battle sites • Attend the ANZAC Dawn Ceremony • Camp out under the stars like the diggers did |
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Queens day - Amsterdam, Netherlands
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We all know the Dutch love to party…so don’t miss your invitation to the biggest street party in Amsterdam! Throw on your best orange gear and get amongst this carnival-like street festival. The night before ("Queen’s Night") is also massive! |
| When: 28 Apr 2011 |
| Highlights: • Party with folk from around the world • Explore the amazing sights of Amsterdam • Dress up in orange • Celebrate the Queen's birthday with the Dutch |
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Europe street festivals - accommodation
Sleep is essential. We need it to be our best festival selves. Hence it's a good idea to book your European festival accommodation before you go. Then all you'll need to concentrate on is the PARTYING...and stumbling home to your hotel!
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