Europe is a location where celebration and history are at odds, and every country has its own way of throwing a party. Everything from ancient traditions to flashy modern takes, Traditional European festivals are a pot of colour, music, food, and sheer spectacle. Here’s an overview of ten festivals in Europe that are wonderfully celebratory.
1. Oktoberfest — Germany’s Giant Toast to Tradition
Where: Munich, Germany
When: Late September to early October
Oktoberfest looks like a beer festival from the outside, but underneath the steins and pretzels sits a deeply Bavarian cultural celebration. It began in 1810, honoring a royal wedding so grand that the entire city was invited — and the party never really stopped.