A place isn’t one thing all year. This page shows the celebrations that make Europe feel alive this month — revealed through festivals (with dates you can trust). Browse the highlights, then save the ones that fit your trip.

Locals describe Carnival as a vital expression of Creole heritage and a unifying, joyful tradition.

FestivalAtlas is an atlas of when places come alive — revealed through festivals. Use this window to compare celebrations, then save or hold the ones you care about.
Locals describe Carnival as their vibrant heritage celebrating freedom and unity, led by the mysterious Touloulou and th…

A close-knit mountain community, Steinen treats Fasnacht as its highlight winter festival. The Narrentanz (Nüssler dance…

Residents view it as a vital piece of local culture and pride. It is quoted as a unique 'fifth season' showing Rijeka’s …

A powerful community ritual reflecting a 15th-century victory legend ([tz-lastovo.hr](https://tz-lastovo.hr/en/events/la…

Locals call it the nightly sharing of faith; they emphasize the unity of believers under the light of the Virgin of Fáti…

Athenians view Apokries as a joyful, unifying festivity of masks, dance and tradition – an ancient custom kept alive in …

Zakynthians say the carnival showcases their heritage and brings everyone together for a joyful, traditional party.

Carnival is an integral winter tradition - lively, playful, and a point of communal pride for Limouxins.

Locals call the Botarga “the reference icon of Arbancón” ([eldecanodeguadalajara.com](https://eldecanodeguadalajara.com/…

Venice’s Carnival is seen by locals as a living link between past and present – a grand, open-air celebration of history…

Locals describe it as a beloved traditional celebration bringing the whole town together each year.

Locals describe it as a cherished traditional festival of fun, humor, and community pride.

Celebrating the ancient Gaelic íomhulg/Imbolc festival of Brigid (associated with fertility, light and music), this even…

Locals often describe the Viareggio Carnival as the heart of their community and spirit of the city, a time when social …

Locals proudly present PolarJazz to share music in the dark season; considered a highlight of Svalbard’s cultural calend…

Jokkmokk Market is a cherished Sámi tradition where locals welcome visitors to share in centuries-old culture and crafts…

Levitating over Iceland’s long winter darkness, the festival harnesses light and art as a communal antidote. It draws on…