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The summer season is upon us with its wave of events and celebrations. Yet, in the midst of this flood of colour and sound, you might want to take a step aside and let your curiosity be stirred by the excitement of discovery. Take the opportunity to discover something different with a selection of unusual festivals that will arouse the interest of the most curious.

Many festivals aim to be more inclusive and provide their audience with opportunities to have access to culture. Some festivals offer free admission for children, discounts for teenagers, students, as well as for the disabled, seniors, and unemployed. Some festivals are fully free and open to everybody. Discover our snippet of free festivals.

Children and young generations will be in charge of tomorrow’s society. As we will celebrate the International Day of Families on 15 May, wouldn’t it be appropriate to share bonding moments with your loved ones while offering them an insight into the world of the arts? Delve into our selection of family-friendly festivals.

The results of EFFEA Call #3 are now out: 57 residencies will be supported by the third round of the European Festivals Fund for Emerging Artists (EFFEA), an initiative of the European Festivals Association (EFA).

The festivals presented in this Zoom-in have under 500 attendees a day, which creates a smaller and more intimate festival experience. The smaller setting creates more space for interaction and collaboration between the participants of these festivals. Discover these festivals now!

This month is all about jazz. This swinging genre with blue notes, complex chords, incredible vocals and lots of improvisation has been uniting people all over the world for centuries. Take your chance to enjoy both well-known icons of jazz and upcoming artists with these European jazz festivals.

As the seasons change and the harsh winter days turn into brighter spring days, filled with the scent of flowers, we too are invited to change the scenery of our own lives, as in a play. Why not take inspiration from this on World Theatre Day, celebrated this 27 March?

In honour of International Women’s Day, we highlight the City of Women - International Festival of Contemporary Arts. International Women's Day is an occasion to celebrate women and review how far women have come in their struggle for equality, liberty, and development.

In 2023, Porta Ferrada Festival prioritised sustainability with reusable cups and funding beach cleaning. Over 24,000 ecological glasses were distributed, embodying their commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement.

In collaboration with Komerční banka, it was created the KB FutureFest 2030 zone at Rock for People, highlighting a sustainable festival vision with solar/hydrogen-powered stages, eco-friendly materials, and discussions on sustainability.

The Medieval Rose Festival offers a living history experience: Emphasising experiential archaeology, the event promotes eco-friendly concepts, from reusable ceramic cups to minimal electricity usage, fostering a connection between medieval lifestyles and contemporary sustainability.

Granada Improfest 2023 featured a workshop by oceanographer Giovanna Albani, guiding artists and visitors to creatively repurpose saved waste into musical instruments and costumes for an improvisation parade, promoting environmental awareness throughout the festival.