If you’re considering a short break this autumn, or even looking for activities as part of your holiday, we have found 5 European festivals and events to enjoy in October:
- Eurochocolate – Visit Perugia in Italy from 15th – 24th October where can go to chocolate tastings as well as see Chocolate sculptures and visit Chocofarm, a spa devoted to bodycare treatments made from chocolate and cocoa.
- Flamenco Biennal – This is held bi-annually in Seville, Spain from 15th September – 9th October. Primarily a music and dance festival, there are flamenco competitions and workshops to help you learn or improve your skills. There is also food and wine tasting available, as these complement flamenco perfectly!
- Wine Festival – In Marino, about 45 minutes from Rome, Italy on Sunday 3rd of October over three days Sagra dell’Uva occurs. The fountains in the town start flowing with wine and traditional cellars open so bread, meat and wine can be purchased. There is also a street procession and display of period costumes and music with fireworks and frivolities in the evening.
- Rolex Middle Sea Race – The Royal Malta Yacht Club runs the 606 nautical mile race starting on 23rd October 2010. Many come to watch the start of the race and enjoy the bustling town of Valletta, Malta during the week of the race.
- Seafood Festival – Held at O Grove, Spain over 2nd – 12th October many come to sample some local specialities. There are stands selling seafood, exhibitions and Galician-Portuguese Folklore can also be seen.
With so much going on in the coming months, why not hire a car in Spain, Malta or Italy and make the most of a short break!
