11 European Festivals Not To Miss in August
From intimate woodland gatherings to huge city takeovers and stunning coastal destinations, the festival game has changed immeasurably over the years.
With so many to choose from, we've put together a list of seven not to miss in August…
Dekmantel | Amsterdam
One of electronic music's most respected festivals in Amsterdam with expertly curated house, techno, electro, ambient and experimental sounds. The 2026 lineup features Floating Points, Four Tet, Jeff Mills, Ben UFO, Helena Hauff and Avalon Emerson, with performances spread across woodland stages just outside the city.
Houghton Festival | Norfolk
Set within the grounds of Houghton Hall, this cult fave combines world-class sound systems with uninterrupted extended DJ sets in a picturesque rural setting. Craig Richards once again curates the lineup and is joined by minimal pals Ricardo Villalobos, Zip, Raresh, Margaret Dygas, Sonja Moonear and more across forests, lakes and historic parkland.
Eastern Electrics | London
Eastern Electrics returns with another celebration of house, techno and garage across heavyweight programming and high-energy crowds. This year artists include The Martinez Brothers, East End Dubs, Skream and Joseph Capriati taking over multiple outdoor stages with a crowd that is always well up for it and no hassle getting to and from the easy to access site.
UNTOLD Festival | Cluj-Napoca
One of Europe's largest, UNTOLD transforms the heart of Cluj-Napoca into a multi-day spectacle featuring DJs, live acts and impressive production. This years lineup includes Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Black Coffee, Anyma and Fisher with performances taking place inside the city's football stadium and local parkland.
Dimensions Festival | Tisno
Dimensions continues its tradition of showcasing forward-thinking electronic music on Croatia's Adriatic coast. Split between open-air stages at The Garden Resort, intimate beach sessions and sunrise parties at the legendary Barbarella's Discotheque, this year Ben UFO, Floating Points, Eris Drew, Moodymann and Theo Parrish all line-up.
Appetite On The Farm | Essex
After four successful editions from 2022 to date, the British festival Appetite On The Farm returns to Kelvedon Hall in Brentwood, Essex, for their 5th anniversary, taking place between 29th and 30th of August. With an increased capacity of 20.000 people, new site developments, and six dedicated stages, this much-anticipated fifth edition is the most ambitious yet at the historic estate, and features a stellar lineup of the likes of Jamie Jones, Shanti Celeste, Dyed Soundorom, Eliza Rose, Max Dean and more.
XRDS Festival | Belgium
XRDS returns with another careful line up focused on cutting-edge sound as well as audiovisual production. The festival brings industrial architecture and artists including Dax J, Ben Klock, Ben UFO, FJAAK and Ogazón across multiple immersive stages.
Les Plages Électroniques | Cannes
Set directly on the beach in the heart of Cannes, Les Plages Électroniques combines Mediterranean sunsets with an eclectic programme of house, techno, rap, hip-hop and EDM. The 2026 edition welcomes Peggy Gou, Charlotte de Witte, Boris Brejcha, Purple Disco Machine and The Blaze, with music continuing from the sand into late-night afterparties across the city.
Carl Cox at Cave Romane
Hosted by BSH Events on 7th Aug, Carl Cox at Cave Romane brings the global electronic music icon to one of Croatia's most spectacular venues - a 2,000-year-old Roman quarry near Pula. Combining world-class production with the dramatic natural setting of Cave Romane, the open-air event promises an unforgettable night of house and techno in one of Europe's most unique rave locations.
Black Coffee Open Air at Buda Castle
Hosted by BSH Events in partnership with City Takeover, Black Coffee at Buda Castle brings the Grammy Award-winning DJ to Budapest's iconic UNESCO World Heritage site for an exclusive open-air performance. Set against the historic backdrop of Buda Castle overlooking the Danube, the event combines a world-class Afro house with one of Europe's most breathtaking cultural landmarks for a truly unforgettable experience.
