Sziget Festival, Budapest, Hungary
With the arrival of the summer weather many European cities wake up its more cultural side.In fact, we could tour Europe by jumping from event to event from beginning to end of the year.The Skyscanner metasearch engine has selected 10 cultural events that you should not miss this summer.
Sziget Festival, Budapest , Hungary
From August 9 to 17, one of the most important cultural events in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, takes place.The Sziget has been held since 1993 and more than 400,000 people attend every year Discover the musical and artistic novelties on a beautiful island in the heart of the city.bands and artists such as Major Lazer, Wiz Khalifa, Kasabian or The Kills will not perform, in addition to many other artists showing their projects within the framework of Art of Freedom .Also, Budapest at this time of year is a city full of cultural events.On Saturdays and Sundays the Chain Bridge closes to traffic and is filled with performances by artists.Between June and August the Budapest Summer Festival also takes place with different music concerts, acts of music dance and theater.
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Notting Hill Carnival, London, England
One of the essential cultural events in London takes place from August 27 to 28.This carnival has been held since 1966 and it is said which has its roots in Caribbean immigrants.Although in the beginning its members did not exceed 500, now more than two million people dance through the streets of this neighborhood of London to the rhythm of percussion.Although the official dates are Sunday and Monday, Carnival usually begins on Saturday, when a music band contest takes place.On Sunday, the prizes for the best costumes are given and there is a somewhat shorter parade in which the protagonists are the children.It's Monday.It's the time when the main parade takes place, floats pass by and people continue to enjoy until late at night.
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Swiss gastronomy festival, Zermatt
Switzerland s It is full of cultural events that can help you plan your summer vacation destinations.For example, from August 11 to 13 you can put on your boots in Zermatt, where Michelin-starred chefs prepare culinary delights of the country.The places are distributed between prestigious restaurants and city streets.Perhaps, the most special event is Sunday breakfast in a cable car with spectacular views of the Matterhorn.Also, in the town of Urnerboden the Alpine Festival is held every August 11, in Partnun you can attend the Folk Music Festival from August 8 to 9 and in Locarno the Locarno International Film Festival takes place from August 2 to 12.
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Palio di Siena, Siena, Italy
Without doubt, the essential cultural event of the summer in Italy is the Palio di Siena.The most famous horse race in the world takes place on July 2 (Palio di Provenzano) and on August 16 (Palio dell'Assunta) and its tradition was remote several centuries ago.In the Piazza del Campo of Siena 10 contradas (neighborhoods of the city) face to win mounted on their The palio (the banner) is won by the horse that has three laps around the square in the clockwise direction.More than 70,000 people are currently going to this point in Tuscany, so you should book your plane ticket (we recommend flying to Florence or Pisa) and your accommodation as soon as possible to the previous days, in which you will also find the city full of activities.The so-called historical walk takes place the afternoon before the race and in which the participants and authorities parade through much of Siena, so it is also a great time to enjoy the city.
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Avinon Theater Festival, Avinon, France
From July 6 to 26, one of the cultural events takes place unavoidable rails in Europe.Avinon has been celebrating the largest theater festival on the continent since 1947.For three weeks the performing arts take over the city in outdoor settings, theaters, schools and streets.Present a work in the courtyard The huge 14th-century papal palace is a fascinating experience.In addition, the historic center of the Provencal city was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is an ideal place to spend a few days touring its medieval monuments.
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Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland
If there is a cultural event that changes a city That is the Fringe, the festival that is lived in the streets of Edinburgh for most of the month of August since 1947.From 4 to 28 AD and August there are more than 3,000 events that go from children's shows to music concerts through plays, dance, circus and exhibitions.Many of the Fringe shows are free, but to see others you will have to pay admission.In many cases, There are discounts for shows that are held on the same day, but if you are interested in any one in particular, you should book as soon as possible.Also, remember to book your accommodation in Edinburgh as soon as possible, hotels are usually occupied very quickly in August.
Festival of the White Nights of St.Petersburg, Russia
If you are looking for European cultural events that make you decide on the destination for a summer getaway, surely you are interested the White Pet Festival of San Pet In addition to the natural phenomenon of white nights, when the sun does not set until 10 at night and twilight lasts almost until dawn, important ballet works take place in the famous Mariinsky Theater and operates by Russian artists attended by international artists such as Placido Domingo .These events are held between the months of May and July.On the other hand, if you are lucky enough to spend June 23 in St.Petersburg, you can enjoy the Festival of Scarlet Sails, when dozens of red sailboats go up the Neva river during the night.
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Museumsuferfest, Frankfurt, Germany
From August 25 to 27 you have one more excuse to visit F rancfort.One of the essential cultural events of the summer occurs at this time, when the different museums that are located on the banks of the Meno River open their doors to the public until late at night.Not only that, in addition to unique exhibitions for the moment , you can attend a lot of cultural events along the riverbank.Concerts, dance shows, workshops, talks, cinema...Every year a country is the protagonist of the event, so you can approach Know a little more about his music, cuisine and culture at the stand designated for him.The party ends on Sunday night with some impressive fireworks, in case you are one of those who endure until the end.
International Festival of Classical Theater of Merida, Spain
In 2017, the 63rd edition of the International Festival of Classical Theater of Merida will be celebrated, one of the unavoidable cultural events that you should consider when planning the vacation destinations this summer, between July 5 and August 27 7 plays will be presented at the imposing Roman Theater of Merida, which dates back to the 1st century BC.Traditionally, you will find an amount n of activities parallel to the plays: parades, exhibitions, workshops, lecture series, master classes...
Salzburg Festival, Austria
From July 21 to August 30 will take place the 97th edition of the Salzburg Festival, one of the most important music and theater festivals in the world.The festival starts every year with the setting on the scene of Jedermann, the play by Hofmannsthal, in front of the facade of the Cathedral.This year, 5 operas and 4 plays will be represented in the hometown of Mozart, in addition to numerous concerts.The festival has great acceptance among the public Austrian and foreigners, so don't forget to book your tickets for the works in which you are interested as soon as possible.Do not miss this European cultural event and also know one of the most beautiful cities in Austria.
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