September 2025 Events in Europe
September is full of excitement and energy in Europe. From sailing regattas to alpine rallies and book festivals, here are a few of our favourite events over the coming weeks.
Europe is teeming with cultural treats and outdoor adventures. Whether you want to explore the wonders of the Austrian Alps, or sample wine in Bardolino, September is a great month for visiting Europe's treasures.
We've selected our top picks to get you started. Grab your passport and start planning your itinerary.
2025 September Events in Europe
Madeira Wine Festival
Where: Funchal, Madeira
When: 31st August-13th September 2025
Join the Madeira Wine Festival to celebrate the island’s famous wine. It's a vibrant celebration of the island’s famous wine culture. Held during the grape harvest season, the festival showcases Madeira’s wine traditions in Funchal and its picturesque rural vineyards.
It features:
- Madeira Wine Festival Entertainment in downtown Funchal - Enjoy street performances, live music, and plenty of activities.
- Madeira Wine Lounge - Sample a wide variety of wines produced on the island in a relaxed and inviting setting.
- Concerts in the Vineyards - Experience live music while sipping wine in the scenic vineyards.
Concert in the Vineyards
Bardolino Wine Festival
Where: Lake Garda, Italy
When: 27th September-5th October 2025
Wine lovers, mark your calendars.
The Bardolino Wine Festival is an annual celebration, that marks the maturation and distribution of the Bardolino wine, turning the arrival of autumn into a grape affair.
Wine lovers from all over the region flock to Lake Garda to sip, swirl, and savour some of the finest wines.
With our holidays extending until the end of October, you'll have the opportunity to explore Italy's Lake Garda and take part in the exciting festivities.
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