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Fun festivals to check out in October and November in 2024

It is time to explore the jazz and food festivals in autumn. Here is our recommended selection for October and November.

Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre

This year the 91st edition of the famous harvest festival in Paris occurs. Over five days between 9th to 13th October, the festival will present an exciting program with sports, parades, and art exhibitions. Check out the festival program here.

Rosa del Azafrán (saffron fair)

This niche festival is celebrated in Consuegra on the last weekend of October, between the 3rd and 4th of October. The region Castilla-La Mancha is known for its saffron worldwide. Take a look at the festival program here. You could also combine this with a visit to Toledo or Segovia.

Jazzdor-Strasbourg jazz festival

This year you will be able to listen to a variety of jazz performances in Strasbourg between 8th and 22nd November. Take a peek at the jazz program here.

A different food fair – Truffle fair in Italy

The Fiera Internazionale Tartufo Bianco d’Alba (or white truffle fair) is held in Alba between 12th October and 8th December. Take a look at the planned cooking shows here.

Enjoy Jazz in Heidelberg, Mannheim and Ludwigshafen

This jazz festival spans several places in the south-west of Germany. Take a look at the planned events between 2nd October and 2nd November.