Inflight Magazine of Brussels Airlines

1-9 Munich Gilbert & George: ‘Major Exhibition’ (www.hausderkunst.de)

Munich’s Haus der Kunst hosts the largest ever exhibition of the controversial pair’s work. Featuring work spanning the past four decades, including some pieces not seen since 1971, this is the perfect chance to observe the London-based duo’s creative development.

1-16 Madrid Van Gogh: ‘The Last Landscapes’ (www.museothyssen.org)

Focusing on a range of work from the last three months of the artist’s life, this exhibition at Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza offers a window into a brief yet productive period during which, inspired by the tranquil surroundings of Avers, Van Gogh created some of his most sublime work.

10-30 Prague Verdi at the Prague State Opera House (www.opera.cz/en)

This annual three-week end-of-summer season celebrates the life and works of Romantic opera’s most revered composer. Featuring favourites Nabucco, Rigoletto and Aida, as well as many other compositions, this is a must for any opera fan.

5-18 Budapest 16th Budapest International Wine Festival (www.winefestival.hu)

One of the highlights on the central European gastronomic calendar, this festival exhibits a wide range of produce from Hungarian and international producers, with the ever-popular wine exhibition and fair – featuring regular guided tastings – held in the grounds of the historic Buda castle.

13-16 Moscow Kremlin Zoria 2007 (www.kremlinzoria.ru)

Russia’s first ever military tattoo sees Cossack dancers mingle with the world’s finest international military bands and flag-wavers to perform a spectacular set against the stunning backdrop of Red Square.

15-25 London London Design Festival (www.londondesignfestival.com)

The fifth London Design Festival features a series of new and innovative installations and events, perfectly mirroring London’s eclectic design scene, making it one of the most important design events in the international creative calendar. Be inspired by the city’s hottest design talent.

29-30 Portimão Powerboat P1 Portuguese Grand Prix of the Sea (www.powerboatp1.com)

The final round of the spectacular Powerboat P1 World Championship features 20 of the world’s finest racing boats and an international line-up of pilots. This is set to become one of Europe’s premier motorsport events.

17-21 Marseille Festival of the Wind (www.marseille-tourisme.com)

With the onset of September’s strong Mistral winds, international kite-flying teams take to Marseille’s 40km Plage du Prado for a spectacular show, filling the skies with colour.

20-30 Copenhagen Copenhagen International Film Festival 2007 (www.copenhagenfilmfestival.com)

Showing more than 100 films at cinemas across the city, as well as a range of seminars and public events, this festival celebrates the depth of European cinema. An international jury will also award prizes across a range of categories.

23 Brussels Car-Free Sunday (www.dimanchesansvoiture.irisnet.be)

On this day, marking the end of Mobility Week (16-22 September), the normally congested avenues of Brussels will empty of cars and fill with performers, food stalls and eco-friendly modes of transport. Bikes can be rented (at €7 for four hours) from Pro Vélos across the city.