Reasons to travel in June

Reasons to travel in June

So, the travel bug is back but you don’t know where to start… say less. Here are the best events and festivals happening around the world in June, so you can see if any of them spark your next trip… 

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Athens Photo Festival 

Location: Athens, Greece 

Date: 02/06/26  

Celebrate the Athens Photo Festival, a premier event celebrating contemporary photography and visual culture, where emerging and established artists from around the world come together to showcase their innovative works. Set in the historic city of Athens, this festival offers a dynamic program of exhibitions, workshops, and talks, providing an inspiring experience for all photography enthusiasts. 

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Primavera Sound Festival 

Location: Barcelona, Spain  

Date: 03/06/26 – 07/06/26 

The Primavera Sound Festival in Barcelona is a must-visit event for music enthusiasts worldwide. With a lineup that boasts top artists across various genres, attendees can enjoy an unforgettable experience filled with incredible live performances. This festival is a perfect blend of great music, vibrant atmosphere, and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. 

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Supa Dupa Fly 

Location: Fira, Greece 

Date: 05/06/26 – 09/06/26 

Supa Dupa Fly brings its legendary Hip-hop and R&B parties from London to the paradise island of Santorini, blending ’90s-to-now throwback beats with four unforgettable days and nights in stunning locations. Expect 12-hour beach raves on an exclusive stretch of sand, epic parties on the edge of a volcano at sunset, glamorous all-white gatherings, and villa brunches overlooking the Aegean. With world-class DJs, a fully inclusive crowd, and some of the island’s most unique venues, it’s a high-energy celebration where music, style, and scenery collide. 

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Atlantic Festival 

Location: Madeira, Portugal 

Date: 05/06/26 – 28/06/26 

The Atlantic Festival welcomes the start of summer in Madeira with a vibrant month-long celebration of music, culture, and spectacular fireworks. Held throughout June across the island, the festival features dazzling weekly pyromusical shows, the International Madeira Fireworks Competition, multimedia performances, circus shows, and sunset events. Streets and public spaces come alive with regional arts, live entertainment, and community festivities that create a joyful, island-wide atmosphere. It is one of Madeira’s most colorful and energetic seasonal celebrations for visitors and locals alike. 

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Rome Fashion Week 

Location: Rome, Italy 

Date: 07/06/26 – 09/06/26 

Rome Fashion Week is a glamorous event spotlighting the city’s role in haute couture and luxury design. Featuring runway shows, designer exhibitions, and exclusive events, it highlights the creativity and elegance of Italian fashion. 

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Daisy Colley (she/her)
Last updated: 19/01/2026