Festival trip guides

When the sun goes down in Skiathos Town, the main cultural draw is the Attikon, an open-air cinema on Papadiamantis Street that has been running since 1962. Seasonal from May to September, it screens new films weekly and special interactive Mamma Mia! nights. Here’s how to plan an evening there, from booking by messenger to knowing when to arrive.

Planning to attend the Thessaloniki Documentary Festival in March? Here is what you need to know about tickets, venues, and practical tips for a smooth visit.

Plan your first visit to the Thessaloniki International Film Festival with our practical guide. Learn about its November timing, main venues like the Olympion, ticketing patterns, program sections, and how to make the most of the festival atmosphere.

Perched on the Kastella hill in Piraeus, the Veakeio Theater is a summer open-air amphitheater overlooking the Saronic Gulf. It hosts theater performances, concerts, and cultural events, drawing locals and visitors alike. This guide covers its setting, what to expect, practical visitor tips, and nearby attractions.

Aínsa, a medieval town in Spain's Pyrenees, hosts a vibrant calendar of events, most notably the Castillo de Aínsa International Music Festival in July. This guide helps you plan your visit around its festivals and local traditions.

Aínsa, one of Spain's best-preserved medieval villages, hosts La Morisma every two years in September. This folk drama reenacts the 8th-century reconquest with over 300 locals, transforming the Plaza Mayor into a living stage. Our guide covers the legend, community involvement, and how to explore the historic quarter.

The Arrecife Carnival Gran Cabalgata typically departs from the Cruz Roja roundabout, passes the football pitch, bus station, and Open Mall, and finishes at Agramar in Puerto Naos. A quiet zone without loud music or flashing lights covers the first stretch.

Carnaval de Arrecife transforms Lanzarote's capital each February or March with parades, concerts, and street parties. Planning ahead makes the difference: understand the flexible timing, book accommodation in Arrecife or nearby Costa Teguise, and rely on walking or bikes on parade days. This guide covers what to pack for February weather, key venues like Avenida Marítima and Parque Ramírez Cerdá, and how to verify the official program before you go.

Arrecife en Vivo brings free concerts and street parades to the historic centre of Arrecife, Lanzarote, every autumn. The 2026 edition runs on selected dates in September and October across several open-air stages. This guide covers the schedule, venues, atmosphere, and practical tips for planning your trip.

San Ginés fireworks in Arrecife typically close the festival in late August with a beach party. The lagoon offers multiple vantage points but fills quickly. This guide explains what to expect around the Cabildo, the beach, and the castle, and how to verify the current year's schedule before you travel.

Arrecife, the capital of Lanzarote, hosts its biggest events in summer and autumn. Summer brings the lively Fiesta de San Ginés with concerts and fireworks, while autumn features the free multi-day Arrecife en Vivo music festival. This guide compares weather, crowds, and prices to help you choose the ideal time for your event-focused trip.

Bilbao's Aste Nagusia festival revolves around food and drink. This guide explains what txosnas are, where to find them near El Arenal, what to order—like bocadillos and chistorra with a zurito—and how to balance tent-hopping with pintxos routes in the old town.