Top European events for October
With the children now safely back at school, it’s a great time to escape and make the most of empty beaches and less crowds. Below is bmibaby’s choice of top events and things to do in Europe this October.PARIS
Chocolate Festival
From 14-16 October 2009, chocoholics should head to Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre and indulge in the Salon du Chocolat. Not only is there the chance to feast on a wide array of chocolate, but also take part in weird and wonderful workshops including choco-sculpture, chocolate make up and chocolate dresses. Visit salonduchocolat.fr for more details.
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JERSEY
Tennerfest
Head to Jersey and defy the credit crunch with Tennerfest. From 1 October – 8 November 2009 over 110 restaurants in Jersey will be offering sumptuous menus for just £10. Visit tennerfest.com to see participating restaurants.
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AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam Dance Event
From 21- 24 October 2009, the city is home to the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE). Last year’s event attracted over 90,000 people and 700 DJs and acts and was held over 44 venues. Visit amsterdam-dance-event.nl/ for more details.
Cinekid Festival
From 20 - 23 October 2009, Amsterdam hosts Cinekid, the international film, TV and new media festival for children and young people. It could be the chance to watch the next Steven Spielberg in action! Visit cinekid.nl/festival for more information.
Van Gogh Museum
From 9 October 2009 to 3 January 2010, the Van Gogh Museum is devoted to the letters of the famous artist. A hundred and twenty letters will be exhibited alongside the works Van Gogh was writing about, giving an insight into the mind of the artist. Visit vangoghmuseum.nl/vgm/index.jsp for more information.
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PRAGUE
Terracotta Army
Until 28 October 2009, the Lucerna Great Hall is home to 180 life-size original figures from the Terracotta Army Collection, and they have travelled all the way from China. Another 1,000 soliders are also displayed in 1:10 scale. The Terracotta Army is thought to be one of the most exciting archaeological finds of the 20th Century. For more information visit a-tout-prague.com/en/news/terracotta-army-at-lucerna/
Bollywood Festival
From 12 – 18 October 2009 head to Prague for the Bollywood Festival, a colourful mix of traditional films, all with English subtitles. If the previous years are anything to go by then spectators will end up dancing in the aisles. For more information visit bollywood.cz
Music
See one of pops hottest young talents at the SaSaZu as Lily Allen plays on 30 October 2009. Tickets are available at worldticketshop.com/venues/sasazu
For something more traditional why not visit one of the city’s three opera houses or concerts halls to experience Czech opera and ballet at its very best. Prague offers a wide selection of ballet recitals, operas and classical music, so there is something for everyone. For more information or to book tickets visit pragueexperience.com
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WEST KNOCK - IRELAND
International Poetry Festival
From 14-17 October 2009, bards from around the world descend on Limerick for this four day festival. There is a mixture of poetry readings, book launches and workshops with the leading contemporary poets. For more information visit limerickcity.ie
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MURCIA
Terra Mitica Theme Park
For the big kids out there, Terra Mitica is a must. The theme park is filled with rides, from rapids to roller coaters, guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping in the most seasoned of theme park fans. The park also has a variety of shows, restaurants and shops for the more faint hearted. Visit terramiticapark.com for more details.
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