UK Events in October

Light Night Festival

Once a year Leeds becomes a vibrant spectacle, as the city centre is lit up. Events include light projections, exhibitions, music, performances, films, dance, circus and exhibitions, creating a fantastic festival atmosphere.

World Conker Championships

World Conker Championships (Oundle, Northamptonshire)

Thousands flock to ancient market town, Oundle, every year for the annual conker championships. Taking place in an arena of 8 white podiums, men, women and children battle to win a seat on the Conker Thrown.

European Events in October

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest (Munich, Germany)

Beer Heaven for those that love the amber fluid. Drink the best tasting beer, sing along with a band, eat hearty food, then try not to throw up on an amusement ride afterwards. There is a reason a million people visit Oktoberfest over its three weeks, and that's simply because it is great fun.

Prix de L'Arc de Tromphe

Prix de L'Arc de Tromphe Horse racing (Paris, France)

One of the most prestigious horse races in the world that takes place in beautiful Paris.

Nuit Blanche

Nuit Blanche (Paris, France)

Nuit Blanche is a decade old annual arts festival that was inspired by St. Petersburg's 'White Nights' celebrations. Every year the city blossoms into a fantastic festival of art, music and theatrical events. This year, new venues are being opened, allowing for more art and music than ever before.

Cannstatter Volksfest: Stuttgart Beer Festival

Stuttgart Beer Festival, Cannstatter Volkfest (Stuttgart, Germany)

Have you been to Oktoberfest and want to try something similar but in a different location? Rr perhaps you just want to go to a good beer festival? Either way, the important thing is that you will find it almost impossible not to enjoy.

Wexford Opera Festival

Wexford Opera Festival (Wexford, Ireland)

The festival is renounded for introducing unjustly negrected works, then breathing new life into these forgotten masterpieces. With a reputation for high quality productions, Wexford attracts thousands of opera lovers every year.

Salon Du Chocolat

Salon Du Chocolat (Paris, France)

This is a not-to-be missed event for those who are passionate about chocolate. With 20,000 sqm of exhibition space over two floors, the Salon du Chocolate hosts a vast range of events, including live demonstrations from the greatest chefs, a Chocolate Fashion Show, culinary workshops, the unveiling of new products, and much more.