The best festivals in Europe to book for 2027

I tend to avoid festivals in the UK as I do not see myself standing under the rain, not taking a hot shower for four days and sleeping in a tent – sorry Glastonbury fans. Thankfully, Europe has a vast choice of festivals catering to every musical taste, but also every kind of setting.

The best festivals in Europe are a particularly eclectic bunch. There are sun-soaked events that have long drawn the biggest names in commercial music, such as Hungary’s Sziget and Primavera Sound in Barcelona and Porto, attracting music-loving hordes from around the world. Fans of EDM, drum and bass and cutting-edge techno are particularly well catered for, with Croatia becoming quite the festival hub in recent years; long-running Hideout Festival has been joined by more recent additions to the summer calendar such as Terminal V Croatia.

But it’s not all about frozen cocktails on sun-kissed beaches, with festivalgoers heading to the French Alps for Snowboxx Festival, which combines chalet stays, skiing and live music each March. And if Bad Bunny helped you develop a passion for Latin sounds, you are in luck as one of Europe's biggest celebrations of Latin and Afro-Cuban music is held in a small town in southwestern France. Whatever type of music does it for you, whatever budget you’re working with, there’s sure to be something among Europe’s best festivals to warrant a hedonistic escape you’ll never forget.

Mysteryland, Netherlands

Best for: immersive stages and electronic music

Next dates: 27–29 August 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Not yet on sale. Visitors can currently pre-register for updates on the official website.

If Mysteryland confirms anything, it’s that the Dutch know how to pull out all the stops come festival season. Returning in 2027 after taking a year off, the electronic music festival is one of the Netherlands' longest-running, bringing together DJs playing everything from house and techno to trance. Sets take place among the ponds, lakes and grassy hills of the former Floriade site in Haarlemmermeer, just outside Amsterdam, with elaborate stages and installations transforming the grounds into a temporary fairytale landscape. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, and tickets aren't on sale just yet, but festivalgoers can pre-register on the official website to be among the first to hear about the next edition.

Website: mysteryland.nl

Sziget, Hungary

Best for: big-name headliners and a city break

Next dates: 10–14 August 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Already on sale. Five-day passes are currently advertised from €349 (£295), plus a €23 (£19) handling fee. There are also discounted passes for under-21s.

Sziget's line-up is usually so packed with big names that it's often tricky to decipher who precisely the headliner is. Previous editions have welcomed everyone from Kylie Minogue and Halsey to Charli XCX and Chappell Roan, with a mix of pop, rock, indie and electronic music spread across multiple stages. But there's much more to Sziget than the music. Taking over Óbuda Island in the middle of the Danube, the five-day festival also features art installations, theatre, circus performances and workshops, while Budapest's famous ruin bars, thermal baths and cultural attractions are within easy reach. Festivalgoers can camp on the island or make a proper city break of it by staying in the Hungarian capital. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but five-day passes are already on sale from €349 (£295), plus booking fees.

Website: szigetfestival.com

Terminal V Croatia

Best for: techno and beachside raving

Next dates: 15–19 July 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Early bird allocation sold out; check the official website for further releases.

Expect no holds barred on the production front at Terminal V Croatia when it takes over The Garden Resort in Tisno next July. The five-day festival brings together international DJs playing everything from techno and house to trance and hard dance, with cutting-edge light displays and powerful sound systems keeping the crowds dancing well into the early hours. It's an oddly picturesque setting for an electronic festival that packs this much of a punch, with four open-air stages dotted around the resort, including beachside dancefloors overlooking the glistening Adriatic Sea. Away from the main stages, festivalgoers can join boat parties along the Croatian coast or keep the night going at the legendary open-air Barbarella's Discotheque, where afterparties continue until sunrise. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, and tickets for boat parties and certain afterparties are sold separately.

Website: terminalvcroatia.com

Brunch Electronik Festival, Spain

Best for: house music by the Mediterranean

Next dates: 6–8 August 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Not yet on sale; check the official website for presale announcements.

Brunch Electronik Festival is hailed as the ‘biggest brunch of the year’, although you won't find many eggs Benedict being served on its dancefloors. Instead, expect three days of house, techno and electronic music from international DJs and emerging local talent, all against the backdrop of Barcelona's Mediterranean coastline. The festival has previously taken over several locations across the city, but its main home is Parc del Fòrum, a sprawling open-air venue overlooking the sea. As well as the music, Brunch Electronik puts an emphasis on community, sustainability and inclusivity, with initiatives ranging from waste reduction to supporting local organisations. And with Barcelona's beaches, restaurants and nightlife on your doorstep, it's an easy excuse to turn a festival weekend into a longer city break. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced.

Website: brunchelectronikfestival.com

SummerDaze, Malta

Best for: pop stars and affordable tickets

Next dates: TBC
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: 2027 details yet to be announced

SummerDaze Festival transforms the dazzling Mediterranean island of Malta into a playground for music lovers each August, bringing some of the biggest names in pop and dance music to its sun-soaked shores. Previous editions have welcomed everyone from Central Cee and Bob Sinclar to Calvin Harris and Lewis Capaldi, who headlined the two main events in 2026. Unlike some of Europe's pricier music festivals, SummerDaze is also surprisingly affordable, with tickets for the 2026 concerts costing just €10 each. The festival's latest edition took place at the Ta' Qali Concert Area, a large open-air venue in the heart of the island, leaving plenty of opportunities to spend your days exploring Malta's beaches, historic towns and waterfront restaurants before heading to the concerts in the evening. Dates, artists and tickets for 2027 are yet to be announced.

Website: summerdazemalta.com

Tomorrowland, Belgium

Best for: spectacular stages and EDM

Next dates: TBC
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Not yet on sale; ticket information expected in December 2026.

Tomorrowland is like Disneyland for EDM enthusiasts. Each summer, the Belgian town of Boom (fittingly) becomes a vibrant utopia where some of the biggest names in electronic music entertain crowds throughout the day and late into the night across two weekends. The festival revolves around a spectacular Mainstage that looks like something out of a fairytale, with elaborate designs, dazzling light shows and production that puts some of Europe's most impressive castles to shame. Beyond the Mainstage, dozens of other dance floors cater to everything from house and techno to trance and harder electronic sounds. Those wanting the full experience can stay at DreamVille, the festival's dedicated camping village, or book one of its travel and accommodation packages. Tickets are famously hard to come by, so it's worth keeping an eye on the official website for pre-registration and sale announcements.

Website: belgium.tomorrowland.com

Les Plages Électroniques, France

Best for: dancing on the French Riviera

Next dates: 6–8 August 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: On sale.

There are few better places to spend a summer weekend dancing than the French Riviera, and Les Plages Électroniques makes the most of its enviable location. Taking over the beach and terraces surrounding Cannes' famous Palais des Festivals, the three-day event brings together some of the biggest names in electronic music, with a mix of house, techno and EDM playing across several stages. Previous editions have welcomed the likes of Tiësto, Booba and DJ Snake, but what really sets this festival apart is its location: you can dance with your feet in the sand, overlooking the shimmering Mediterranean Sea as the sun goes down. And with Cannes' restaurants, bars and beaches on your doorstep, it's the perfect excuse to turn a festival weekend into a longer holiday on the French Riviera. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but tickets are already on sale.

Website: plages-electroniques.com

Hideout Festival, Croatia

Best for: beach clubs and pool parties

Next dates: 29 June–2 July 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Dropping November 2026.

The tranquil Croatian island of Pag is renowned for a remarkably eclectic range of things: cheese, its moonlike landscape, picturesque bays – and one of Europe's leading electronic music festivals. Each summer, Hideout takes over Zrće Beach, where festivalgoers dance through scorching afternoons, balmy evenings and into the early hours to a soundtrack of house, techno, drum and bass and other electronic sounds. Previous editions have welcomed the likes of Ben Hemsley, Hybrid Minds and Dimension, but it's the setting that really makes this festival special. Expect five open-air beachfront venues, poolside parties and boat trips along the Adriatic, with some sets continuing until sunrise. Forget wiggly tent poles and repair patches – visitors can book accommodation in nearby Novalja, with shuttle buses running to and from the festival. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, and festivalgoers can register on the official website for ticket updates.

Website: hideoutfestival.com

Snowboxx Festival, France

Best for: skiing and après-ski parties

Next dates: 13–20 March 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Early allocations sold out; next release on 29 October 2026

While many of the best festivals in Europe are held on breathtaking beaches and in sprawling parks, Snowboxx is a rather different affair. Taking over the car-free ski resort of Avoriaz in the French Alps, the week-long festival combines days on the slopes with live music, DJ sets and raucous après-ski parties. Previous editions have welcomed the likes of Pendulum, The Blessed Madonna and Groove Armada, with performances taking place everywhere from a huge open-air stage surrounded by snow-capped peaks to the legendary slopeside La Folie Douce. There are all the high-altitude shenanigans you can shake a ski pole at, too, from bottomless brunches and mountain parties to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in France. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but tickets are already selling fast, with accommodation packages and discounted lift passes available through the festival.

Website: snowboxx.com

MEO Kalorama Lisbon, Portugal

Best for: indie, rock and alternative music

Next dates: 27–29 August 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: 2027 details yet to be announced; waiting list open.

With its mix of indie, rock, pop and electronic music, MEO Kalorama is one of the best European festivals for those who like a little bit of everything. Previous editions have welcomed everyone from Massive Attack and LCD Soundsystem to Robbie Williams, Deftones and Turnstile, with international stars and emerging artists taking to the stages at Lisbon's Parque da Bela Vista. The sprawling green space is just a short journey from the Portuguese capital's historic neighbourhoods, restaurants and nightlife, making it easy to combine a few days of live music with a proper city break. Beyond the performances, the festival also puts an emphasis on art, sustainability and local gastronomy. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but festivalgoers can sign up for ticket updates on the official website.

Website: meokalorama.pt

Kappa FuturFestival, Italy

Best for: techno in an industrial setting

Next dates: 2–4 July 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Early allocations sold out; join the waiting list for further releases.

The Italian city of Turin is best known for its art galleries, historic attractions and culinary heritage, as well as its legendary shroud. But summer brings with it a very different vibe, as some of the world's leading DJs and producers descend on Parco Dora for Kappa FuturFestival. Taking place in a former industrial complex, where towering steel structures and old factory buildings provide a dramatic backdrop, the three-day festival has become a major fixture on Europe's electronic music calendar. Previous editions have welcomed the likes of Skrillex, Carl Cox and Honey Dijon, with house and techno taking centre stage. For the ultimate festival experience, look out for the Art & Techno package, which combines VIP access with luxury accommodation, fine dining and private tours of Turin's art galleries and collections. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but visitors can join the official waiting list for upcoming ticket releases.

Website: kappafuturfestival.it

Adriatic Sound Festival, Italy

Best for: underground beats on the coast

Next dates: 11–13 June 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Register on the official website for ticket updates

Launched in 2025, Adriatic Sound Festival is one of the newer additions to Europe's electronic music calendar, bringing some of the world's leading DJs to the Italian seaside town of Fano. Taking over the city's airport, the three-day event combines house and techno with some seriously impressive stage designs inspired by the area's Roman and industrial heritage. Previous editions have welcomed the likes of Armand Van Helden, Sven Väth and Stephan Bodzin, with performances taking place across two striking stages: a 360-degree Roman-inspired amphitheatre and an open-air techno arena framed by old aircraft hangars. And with the Adriatic coast just a short distance away, there's plenty of opportunity to combine late-night dancing with lazy afternoons on the beach. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but festivalgoers can register for ticket updates on the official website.

Website: adriaticsoundfestival.com

Sonus Croatia

Best for: underground house and techno

Next dates: TBC
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Not released yet. Register on the official website for 2027 updates.

Croatia has established itself as one of Europe's leading destinations for electronic music, and Sonus has played a big part in putting the country's festival scene on the map. Since launching in 2013, the event has attracted some of the biggest names in underground house and techno, with previous line-ups featuring the likes of Adam Beyer, Seth Troxler, Richie Hawtin and Sven Väth. For more than a decade, the festival took over the open-air clubs of Pag Island's Zrće Beach, where marathon DJ sets, boat parties and dancing until sunrise became part of its appeal. After cancelling its 2026 edition, Sonus is planning a comeback in 2027 at a new location in Croatia. The dates, venue and line-up are yet to be announced, but festivalgoers can register for updates on the official website.

Website: sonuscroatia.com

Hellfest, France

Best for: heavy metal and hard rock

Next dates: 17–20 June 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: Four-day passes sold out; official resale available.

If the name doesn't give it away, a quick scan of Hellfest's website is enough to decipher who this festival in Clisson, western France, attracts. Expect black T-shirts emblazoned with the logos of the world's best-known heavy metal and rock bands, enormous sculptures and a festival site that looks like something out of a post-apocalyptic fantasy. It's quite literally meant to be hell on earth, but the community feel and friendly faces bring a lighter air to the proceedings. The 2027 edition marks the festival's 20th anniversary, with more than 300 bands expected to perform across 10 stages, covering everything from heavy metal and hard rock to punk and hardcore. The line-up is yet to be announced, but four-day passes have already sold out, with tickets available through the festival's official resale platform.

Website: hellfest.fr

Hospitality on the Beach, Croatia

Best for: drum and bass by the sea

Next dates: 30 June–5 July 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: On sale, from £225 for a five-day pass.

If drum and bass and beach holidays are your vibe, why not combine them at Hospitality on the Beach? Taking over The Garden Resort in the Croatian coastal town of Tisno, the festival brings together some of the genre's biggest names, with previous editions welcoming the likes of Netsky, Hybrid Minds and Camo & Krooked. Expect everything from liquid drum and bass and jungle to jump-up and neurofunk across five stages, with boat parties on the Adriatic and afterparties at the legendary Barbarella's Discotheque keeping the music going into the early hours. And with several days of raving by the sea, there's plenty of time to break away for some R&R, swim in the crystal-clear waters or explore the charming town of Tisno. The 2027 line-up is yet to be announced, but tickets are already on sale, with accommodation and boat parties booked separately.

Website: hospitalityonthebeach.com

Primavera Sound Barcelona, Spain

Best for: indie favourites and major headliners

Next dates: 2–5 June 2027
Headliners: Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack, Robyn, Caroline Polachek, Turnstile and Skrillex
Tickets: On sale from €295 (£249) plus fees for the standard fan-sale pass.

Few European music festivals have quite the same reputation for bringing together some of the biggest names in indie, alternative rock, pop and electronic music as Primavera Sound. Taking over Barcelona's waterfront Parc del Fòrum each summer, the festival has previously welcomed everyone from Charli XCX and Chappell Roan to Sabrina Carpenter, and its 25th edition in 2027 promises another stellar line-up, with Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack, Robyn and Turnstile among the confirmed acts. There's no camping here, so festivalgoers can spend their days exploring Barcelona's beaches, restaurants and cultural attractions before heading to the stages in the afternoon and evening. For those who prefer a slightly more laid-back atmosphere, Primavera Sound also has a sister festival in Porto, taking place a week later in the city's leafy Parque da Cidade, with four-day passes already on sale.

Website: primaverasound.com

Roskilde Festival, Denmark

Best for: music, art and community

Next dates: 26 June–3 July 2027
Headliners: Tame Impala, Caroline Polachek, Kacey Musgraves, Patti Smith Quartet and more announced acts
Tickets: On sale

Thanks to a stellar roster of acts arriving from across the globe, Roskilde is one of the hottest tickets in Denmark each summer. Previous editions have welcomed everyone from Charli XCX and Olivia Rodrigo to Stormzy and Doechii, while Tame Impala, Caroline Polachek and Kacey Musgraves are among the first names confirmed for 2027. But music is just the tip of the iceberg at this eight-day festival, which transforms the fields outside the Danish city of Roskilde into a temporary community of music lovers, artists and creatives. Sit in on debates, discover contemporary art installations, take part in workshops or simply soak up the atmosphere before heading back to the stages. Roskilde is also one of Europe's largest non-profit music festivals, with proceeds supporting charitable causes, so there's another reason to feel good about attending. Tickets for 2027 are already on sale, with full festival passes and shorter options available.

Website: roskilde-festival.dk

Montreux Jazz Festival, Switzerland

Best for: jazz, soul and lakeside concerts

Next dates: 2–17 July 2027
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: 2027 details yet to be announced

Few music festivals can boast a setting quite as spectacular as Montreux Jazz Festival, which takes over the shores of Lake Geneva each summer, with the Swiss Alps providing a rather impressive backdrop. Founded in 1967, the festival has welcomed some of the biggest names in music over the decades, from Nina Simone and Miles Davis to David Bowie and Prince. And despite its name, jazz is only part of the story. Expect everything from soul and blues to rock, pop and electronic music, with performances taking place in intimate venues and larger concert halls, alongside free concerts and events along the lakefront. Between gigs, there's plenty of time to explore Montreux's waterfront promenade, take a boat trip across the lake or venture into the surrounding mountains. The 2027 line-up and ticket details are yet to be announced.

Website: montreuxjazzfestival.com

Tempo Latino, France

Best for: Salsa, Latin rhythms and dancing

Next dates: July 2027, exact dates TBC
Headliners: TBC
Tickets: 2027 details yet to be announced

You might not expect to find one of Europe's biggest celebrations of Latin and Afro-Cuban music in a small town in southwestern France, but that's exactly what happens in Vic-Fezensac each summer. Since 1994, Tempo Latino has been bringing the sounds of salsa, Cuban son, mambo and Latin jazz to the heart of the Gers countryside, transforming the town into a lively celebration of music and dance. Previous editions have welcomed the likes of Yuri Buenaventura, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Flavia Coelho and Eliades Ochoa, with concerts taking place in the town's bullring and smaller venues, while street performances and late-night dancing keep the party going well beyond the main stage. And when you're not dancing, there's plenty to explore in this corner of France, from pretty Gascon villages to vineyards and local markets. The 2027 dates and line-up are yet to be announced, but it's one worth keeping on your radar.

Website: tempolatino.com