Festivals in August
25 festivals
July 2027
August 2027
Aomori Nebuta FestivalAomori Nebuta MatsuriFolk and Tradition · By calendar rule, 2–7 Aug 2027, Aomori, Japan
Huge illuminated floats of warriors and mythological scenes parade through Aomori for six nights in early August, ending with a sea parade.
2–7 Aug 2027
Untold FestivalMusic · Confirmed, 5–8 Aug 2027, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Romania's big four-day music festival in Cluj-Napoca in early August, held at Cluj Arena in 2026 (the 11th edition).
5–8 Aug 2027 · source
- Edinburgh Festival FringeEdinburgh FringeArts and Film · Confirmed, 6–30 Aug 2027, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Awa Odori阿波おどりFolk and Tradition · By calendar rule, 11–15 Aug 2027, Tokushima, Japan
Belgrade Beer FestWine and Drink · Date not announced, Usually the last weekend of August, in recent years over three days, Ušće Park, Belgrade, Serbia
A beer and rock festival in Belgrade's Ušće Park, with a ticket that includes beer, a main stage of regional bands and a DJ stage. Not announced for 2027.
Usually the last weekend of August, in recent years over three days
Boka NightBokeljska noćFolk and Tradition · Date not announced, Usually the second-to-last Saturday of August, Kotor, Montenegro
A competition of boats decorated with lanterns slowly circling Kotor's harbour on a late-August night, a tradition from the Venetian era, ending with judging and fireworks.
Usually the second-to-last Saturday of August
Boryeong Mud FestivalBoryeong Meodeu ChukjeUnusual · Date not announced, Usually from the last week of July into early August, about two and a half weeks, Daecheon Beach, Boryeong, South Korea
Mud pools, mud slides and concerts on Daecheon Beach for about two and a half weeks in summer. The 2026 edition ran 24 July to 9 August; tickets cost 12,000 to 16,000 won for adults.
Usually from the last week of July into early August, about two and a half weeks
Zrenjanin Beer DaysDani pivaWine and Drink · Date not announced, Usually five days in early August, Zrenjanin, Serbia
Five days of concerts, theatre, sports and children's programs at more than ten places in Zrenjanin, built around the city's brewing tradition. The 41st edition ran in August 2026.
Usually five days in early August
Plum Days in BlaceDani šljiveFood · Date not announced, Usually three days in late August; the 2026 program ran on 27-29 August, Blace, Serbia
Three days in Blace, in the plum country of Toplica, with a summer bazaar, local crafts, a handball tournament and an evening concert on the main stage. The 24th edition ran in 2026.
Usually three days in late August; the 2026 program ran on 27-29 August
- Guča Trumpet FestivalDragačevski sabor trubačaMusic · Date not announced, Usually the first full weekend of August, Friday to Sunday, Guča, Serbia
Edinburgh International FestivalArts and Film · Date not announced, About three weeks in August, alongside the Fringe, Usher Hall, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh's original August festival of opera, orchestral music, theatre and dance, first held in 1947 and still running each August alongside the Fringe.
About three weeks in August, alongside the Fringe
Málaga FairFeria de MálagaFolk and Tradition · Date not announced, Mid-August, around 19 August, for about eight days, Málaga, Spain
Eight days in mid-August with two fairs: by day in the historic centre around Calle Larios, by night at the Real del Cortijo de Torres. It marks the city's capture on 19 August 1487.
Mid-August, around 19 August, for about eight days
- Gitarijada Rock FestivalGitarijadaMusic · Date not announced, Usually the last weekend of August, Thursday or Friday to Sunday, Zaječar, Serbia
- La TomatinaFood · Date not announced, Usually the last Wednesday of August; the town council confirms the date and opens ticket sales each year, Buñol, Spain
LovefestMusic · Date not announced, Usually August; in 2026 it ran over two weekends, Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia
An electronic music festival in the spa town of Vrnjačka Banja, with several stages and a focus on techno. In 2026 it ran over two weekends, 7-8 and 14-15 August.
Usually August; in 2026 it ran over two weekends
World Testicle Cooking ChampionshipMud(r)ijadaFood · Date not announced, Usually the last weekend of August, Friday to Saturday, Lunjevica, Serbia
A village cook-off near Gornji Milanovac where teams camp overnight and cook goulash from 'white kidneys'. The name plays on the Serbian '-ijada' festival names, and live rock music runs through the day.
Usually the last weekend of August, Friday to Saturday
- Nišville Jazz FestivalNišvilleMusic · Date not announced, Usually mid-August, with the main programme over three days from a Thursday, Niš Fortress, Serbia
- Leskovac Grill FestivalRoštiljijadaFood · Date not announced, Usually a Monday-to-Sunday week in the second half of August, Leskovac, Serbia
- Sarajevo Film FestivalArts and Film · Date not announced, Usually eight days in mid-August, opening on a Friday (14-21 August in 2026), Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Sinjska AlkaSinjska alkaSport and Games · Date not announced, A Sunday in early August (9 August in 2026), with two preliminary evenings before it, Sinj, Croatia
Šumadija Plum DaysŠumadijski dani šljiveWine and Drink · Date not announced, Usually a weekend around the turn of July and August, Stragari, Serbia
Plum weekend in Stragari near Kragujevac: a goulash contest, rakija tasting, a plum cake contest, an agricultural fair and evening concerts.
Usually a weekend around the turn of July and August
Tango BA Festival and World Tango ChampionshipTango BA Festival y MundialMusic · Date not announced, Late August into early September (19 August to 2 September in 2026); the dates are announced each year, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Two weeks of mostly free tango across Buenos Aires, from milongas to concerts, ending with the World Tango Dance Championship finals at Teatro Gran Rex. Over 50 venues in 2026.
Late August into early September (19 August to 2 September in 2026); the dates are announced each year
Burning ManUnusual · Confirmed, 29 Aug – 6 Sep 2027, Black Rock City, United States
A temporary city in the Nevada desert for nine days, built on gifting and self-reliance, with a wooden effigy burned on the Saturday night before Labor Day.
29 Aug – 6 Sep 2027 · source
- Notting Hill CarnivalCarnival · Confirmed, 29–30 Aug 2027, Notting Hill, London, United Kingdom
