Denmark, situated in Northern Europe, is a country renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and innovative cultural scene. Throughout the year, Denmark hosts a variety of events that showcase its heritage, arts, music, and culinary delights. Throughout the year, Denmark’s cities and towns host cultural festivals, art exhibitions, and historic reenactments that offer insight into the country’s rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity. From the historic charm of Copenhagen’s Nyhavn district to the serene beauty of Denmark’s countryside, the country’s events provide a captivating blend of tradition, innovation, and hospitality for locals and visitors alike.
The Roskilde Festival is one of the largest music festivals in Northern Europe, featuring a diverse lineup of international and Danish artists across various genres, including rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronic music.
Time: June or July.
The Copenhagen Jazz Festival is a renowned music festival, featuring jazz performances by Danish and international artists at various venues across Copenhagen, including concert halls, clubs, and outdoor stages.
Time: July.
Tivoli Gardens Christmas Market
The Tivoli Gardens Christmas Market is a festive extravaganza in Copenhagen, featuring Christmas lights, decorations, market stalls selling gifts and treats, rides, and entertainment for the whole family.
Time: November to December.
Aarhus Festuge (Aarhus Festival Week)
Aarhus Festuge is one of Denmark’s largest cultural festivals, featuring a diverse program of music, theater, dance, art exhibitions, performances, and cultural events in the city of Aarhus.
Time: Late August to early September.
Distortion Festival (Distortion)
Distortion is a unique street festival in Copenhagen, featuring electronic music, street parties, pop-up events, and cultural happenings across various neighborhoods in the city.
Time: June.
Copenhagen Cooking & Food Festival
Copenhagen Cooking & Food Festival celebrates Danish cuisine and culinary culture, featuring food tastings, cooking demonstrations, workshops, food markets, and dining experiences at restaurants and venues across Copenhagen.
Time: August.
Copenhagen Beer Festival
This festival is one of the biggest beer festivals in Denmark, with the opportunity to taste local and international craft beers. Every year, the Copenhagen Beer Festival attracts thousands of celebrities who enjoy beer tasting and a wide range of musical performances during the three days of the festival. The events are organized in the Lokomotivværkstedet, which is known in Copenhagen as the old steam engine repair shop of the Danish state railways – a ballroom that can accommodate more than 3,500 people. The festival invites beer lovers to learn about the beer production process and taste famous beers as well as new beers. At the festival, you can taste more than 1,000 types of beer from more than 70 local and foreign producers.
Starts: 24.5-26.5.24
Aalborg Carnival is one of Denmark’s largest and most colorful carnival celebrations, featuring parades, music, dance performances, costumes, and street parties in the city of Aalborg.
Time: Late May or early June.
Odense International Film Festival (OFF)
Odense International Film Festival is one of Denmark’s leading film festivals, showcasing a diverse selection of international and Danish short films, documentaries, and animations, along with workshops and events.
Time: August.
Copenhagen Pride is Denmark’s largest LGBTQ+ pride festival, celebrating diversity, equality, and LGBTQ+ rights with a colorful parade, concerts, parties, cultural events, and activism.
Time: August.
The Skagen Festival is a folk music festival held in the picturesque town of Skagen, featuring performances by Danish and international folk musicians, concerts, workshops, and cultural activities.
Time: July.