Not to be missed events this May

Events are always a great excuse to travel so that is why we have compiled a short list of some dates you ought to put on your calendar this month. Perhaps they will coincide with your holiday this May or maybe it is just another excuse to look for last minute flights and set off on an adventure.

Check out our list and feel free to add any comments if you have been to one of the events before or would like to tell readers about one you think is worth going to……………….

Eurovision Song Contest 2011
10, 12, 14 May
The Eurovision Song Contest is one event that you have to go to once in life. This year it is being held in Dusseldorf in Germany and there are still tickets available.

Prague Spring International Music Festival 2011
12 May
Opera lovers will want to go to this annual event which takes place on the 12 May this year. Performances are held in venues all over the city so you are more than likely to get a sneak peek of the National Theatre, the Church of Our Lady before Týn and the Vysehrad Cemetery.

Brussels Gay Pride 2011
13-15 May
Parades, parties and an excellent excuse to travel! The Belgian capital is host to Gay Pride mid-May and it is one big party that lasts a weekend.

Ninth Ave Food Festival 2011
14- 15 May
A free event on Ninth Avenue in New York- the annual Food Festival -here you can sample dishes from all over the world.

San Isidro Festival in Madrid 2011
15 May
This is an annual event that is held in the Spanish capital and involves fireworks, bullfights, parades and street festivals. If you want to sample traditional food from Madrid and find out more about the culture, this is an event not to be missed.

North West 200 2011
21 May
One of the most important motorbike races in Ireland. This is a great excuse to visit Northern Ireland and watch this event.

Formula One Grand Prix Monaco 2011
26-29 May
You are still in time if you would like to purchase tickets to the Grand Prix in Monaco. Even if you aren’t particularly fussed on cars this is a spectacular event and the atmosphere is just amazing.

Madrid Book Fair 2011
27 May
This event takes place every year in Retiro Park in Madrid and it lasts about 1 month. Apart from the nice atmosphere at this fair, you will be able to pick up some great books.

Stockholm Marathon 2011
28 May
If you are a runner you have the best excuse of all to travel- you can jet off to take part in marathons all over the world. The Stockholm Marathon is one of the most popular races in Europe and even if you don’t have tickets you can still take part. Just turn up at the start line and go on a running tour of the city.

Spring Bank Holiday 2011
30 May
This year spring bank holiday falls on Monday 30 May in the United Kingdom and if the weather is good you could go for a picnic in the nearest park.