What’s on

The next edition of Wimbledon, the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, is nestled between the UEFA Euro 2024 and the Paris Olympic Games. As the public ballot is closed, if you have dreams of watching a match at the All England Club, you’ll have to

July 4-5

GOLD COAST AIRPORT MARATHON

Take in spectacular coastline views on one of the flattest and most scenic courses in the world. The 37th Gold Coast Marathon includes a half marathon, 10km run, 5.7km challenge and for kids, 2km and 4km Junior Dashes.

July 13-20

AARHUS JAZZ FESTIVAL, DENMARK

Jazz bands and orchestras, big and small, will be welcomed onto Aarhus’ big stages, as well as intimate spaces and cafés as Denmark’s second city plays host to 300 jazz concerts at 30 different venues.

July 26-August 11

PARIS 2024 OLYMPIC & PARALYMPIC GAMES

Paris will become the centre of the world this July when the City of Light hosts the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. There will be 329 medals up for grabs over 32 sports; the first medal will be awarded in shooting on July 27 and the final medal on August 11 for women's basketball.

August 7-17

LOCARNO FILM FESTIVAL, SWITZERLAND

Every year, the small Swiss-Italian town of Locarno becomes the world capital of auteur cinema over eleven days. Around 200 films are showcased at the festival each year, including around 30 French productions. The festival is divided into around ten sections including an international feature film competition.

August 16-19

DISCOVERY DAY, YUKON, CANADA

Commemorating the anniversary of the discovery of gold in 1896, which started the Klondike Gold Rush, events range from golf tournaments to a historical street theatre. games (look out for Dane Jonas Vingegaard who will be back to defend his title this year).