AUSTRIA
Bach Festival in Salzburg, until October 20, Salzburg. Almost the entire October in Mozart's hometown will be filled with Bach's music. Guests of the 83rd festival dedicated to the great composer will hear cantatas, preludes, fugues, suites and other works performed by church choirs, orchestras, jazz ensembles, famous organists and vocalists. The program also includes excursions, lectures and special children's concerts. //www.salzburger-bachgesellschaft.at, //www.salzburg.info
Salzburg Jazz Festival, October 30 – November 9, Salzburg. At the end of October, Salzburg will host the annual festival "Salzburg Jazz Autumn." The celebration, which has been held in the best concert halls and theaters of Salzburg since 1996, attracts jazz stars from around the world. This year's participants include Mark Murphy, Brad Mehldau, Marc Ribot, Stacey Kent, the Kurt Elling Quartet, pianist Randy Weston and his African Rhythm Trio, Martin Reiter's Brazilian Band, The Europeans, Chick Corea and John McLaughlin, and many other musicians. //www.jazz4you.at, //www.salzburg.info
GREAT BRITAIN
"Goose Fair" in Nottingham, October 1–4, Nottingham. The history of the fair in the English town of Nottingham spans more than 700 years. According to legend, in ancient times hundreds of geese were driven from Lincolnshire and Norfolk to Nottingham for sale. By autumn, the birds had fattened up and were in high demand. Nowadays, the medieval fair has turned into a amusement and entertainment park, held annually at the beginning of October. Carousels, a giant Ferris wheel, bumper cars, roller coasters, a wall of death – over 500 attractions await guests this year. In special tents, visitors can buy craftsman souvenirs and, of course, taste roasted goose. //www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk, //www.visitnottingham.com
International Conker Championships, October 12, Ashton. In mid-October, in the village of Ashton (Northamptonshire), the British recall the good old game of conkers. The essence of the game is simple. Take a large horse chestnut, drill a hole through it, thread a string about 25 cm long through it, and tie a knot at each end. To make the conker stronger, participants resort to various tricks, such as coating it with varnish or even drying it in the oven. After the equipment is ready, the duel can begin. The goal is to break the opponent's "shell" with your own conker. Each participant is given five minutes for all attempts. If neither conker is broken during this time, additional time is allotted. This year, representatives from 20 countries will take part in the championship. To become a participant, you need to fill out a registration form on the website and pay an entry fee of £10. Entrance fee for spectators is £4. //www.worldconkerchampionships.com, //www.explorenorthamptonshire.co.uk
HUNGARY
Grape Harvest Festival in Tokaj, October 3–5, Tokaj. The annual festival dedicated to the grape harvest will take place in Hungarian Tokaj at the beginning of October. In the town that made Hungarian "royal wine" famous worldwide, these days will be fun and noisy: a colorful festive cavalcade will parade through the streets, folk music will sound in open-air venues, and in craft shops everyone can watch artisans at work. The highlight of the festival will be a tasting of wines from Tokaj and the Tokaj foothills. //www.tokaj.hu, //www.tokaj-turizmus.hu
GERMANY
Freimarkt in Bremen, October 17 – November 2, Bremen. The Freimarkt, or "Free Fair," traditionally held in the second half of October in Bremen, originated in 1035. At that time, by order of Emperor Conrad II, all German merchants were allowed to trade in Bremen without any restrictions twice a year: before Pentecost and before the feast of Saint Willihad (November 8). Today it is the largest trade fair in Germany, attracting about 4 million visitors annually. In addition to trade pavilions, the fair offers beer tents and amusement rides. The Freimarkt program also includes a beauty contest, a vintage car rally, and concerts. The main event will be the traditional parade, featuring over a hundred masquerade groups. //www.freimarkt.de, //www.bremen-tourism.de
Oktoberfest, until October 5, Munich. In October, the world's most famous beer festival Oktoberfest ends, annually attracting about 6 million people (we covered it in the previous "Afisha"). //www.oktoberfest.de
DENMARK
Culture Night in Copenhagen, October 10, Copenhagen. Every year in the Danish capital, museums, galleries, libraries, theaters, and even Rosenborg Castle host a "Culture Night." This year it will take place on October 10. Guests can enjoy a varied program: concerts, parties, theatrical performances, and fairs. A special ticket granting entry to any event as well as public transportation costs about €10 (free entry for children under 12). Culture Night starts at 18:00 and lasts until 24:00. //www.kulturnatten.dk/
SPAIN
International Festival of Spanish Keyboard Music, October 9–12, Almería. The annual festival of keyboard music will be held in the Spanish town of Almería for the ninth time. The main instruments of this celebration are the clavichord and the organ. The theme of this year's festival is 19th-century music. Special attention will be given to works by Spanish composer Isaac Albéniz. In addition to concerts of early music, the program includes master classes, a symposium, and exhibitions. Besides musicians, master craftsmen of ancient instruments will also attend the festival. //www.fimte.org
Masdanza Contemporary Dance Festival, October 18–25, Gran Canaria. The international contemporary dance festival Masdanza has been held on the island of Gran Canaria since 1996. Every year, thousands of professionals and amateurs of classical and modern ballet, as well as fans of dance styles such as breakdance and hip-hop, come to the festival. The program of this year's event includes performances by artists from Spain, France, Korea, Japan, Hungary, Israel, and Slovenia. As part of the festival, a photo exhibition dedicated to the art of dance will be held, as well as a competition whose winners will have the opportunity to dance on the best European stages. //www.masdanza.com
ITALY
Italian Job Rally, October 24 – November 1, Imola. At the end of October, Italy will host a rally considered the most unusual and exciting in Europe. It originated in 1990 thanks to the famous film "The Italian Job." According to the rules, drivers with cars from the famous film are allowed to participate: Mini Cooper, Aston Martin DB4s, E-type Jag, and Alfa Giula. Traditionally, the rally passes through cities in Italy, France, and England. Participants include car enthusiasts from different countries, including the USA, New Zealand, and Japan. This year, the rally starts in the Italian town of Imola on October 24 and finishes in English Brighton on November 1. All funds raised during the rally will be transferred to a children's aid fund. //www.italianjob.com
NORWAY
Miniature Railway Exhibition, October 4–5, Bergen. At the exhibition, organized every year in early October by the Bergen branch of the Norwegian Railway Club, everything is make-believe: tiny trains, locomotives, carriages, railways, stations, and towns. The exposition consists of a hundred antique and modern models and leaves neither children nor adult collectors indifferent. The exhibition offers thematic literature, souvenirs, and equipment for purchase. //www.visitbergen.com, //www.visitnorway.com
FINLAND
Helsinki Herring Fair, October 5–11, Helsinki. Silakkamarkkinat, or the Herring Fair, has been held in Helsinki for over 260 years, since 1742. Herring is extraordinarily popular in Finland. The local cuisine includes many recipes for preparing this fish. Here it is fried, baked, boiled, smoked, marinated, and salted. Traditionally, in October, fishermen from various regions of the country gather at the main market square of Helsinki to profitably sell their catch. At the fair, they not only trade fish but also cook it in front of visitors. //www.hel2.fi, //www.visitfinland.com
FRANCE
Jazz Pulsations Festival, October 7–18, Nancy. The Jazz Pulsations Festival has been held in France for over 30 years and is one of the most popular in Europe. This year, musicians from France, England, Belgium, the USA, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Congo will perform on five stages. Among the performers are Bireli Lagrene, Valerie Graschaire Quartet, Vincent Thekal Trio "IMABESSA," Victoria Abril, Jazz Club Pichon, Tigran Hamasyan Trio New Era, Catherine Antoine Quartet, Hoax Trio, and many others. //www.nancyjazzpulsations.com
CZECH REPUBLIC
Pilsner Beer Festival, October 3–4, Plzeň. The beer festival in the Czech city of Plzeň will be held for the 166th time this year. Its history began in 1842 when local brewer Josef Groll invented a beer called Pilsner. This year's festival program includes beer tastings, a crafts fair, contemporary music concerts, as well as competitions in throwing beer trays and speed beer drinking. Guests can snack on Czech cuisine dishes in small cafes and restaurants. In addition, the local brewery organizes tours for festival visitors, where those interested will be told about beer production and also offered to try the drink directly from beer barrels stored in a special cellar. //www.pilsnerfest.cz, //www.czechtourism.com
ESTONIA
Tartu Early Music Festival, October 2–5, Tartu. The Early Music Festival has been held in Tartu since 1996. This year, musicians representing various cultures and countries will gather here. The program includes concerts, performances, exhibitions, lectures, and seminars dedicated to Eastern culture and its ties with European culture. Festival guests will hear music from India, China, the Middle East, organ masses, Gregorian chants, works by medieval composers, and pieces from the Baroque era. //www.festivitas.ee, //www.visittartu.com
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