There’s a host of unmissable events in 2024. We’ve put together a list of some of the top dates from around the world to inspire your next group or private jet charter with us.
2024 calendar of events
There’s a host of unmissable events in 2024. So you know what’s coming up this year, we’ve put together a list of some of the top events to inspire your next group or private charter.
Whether you’re planning ahead or need a last-minute charter, our dedicated account managers will find the best aircraft for your needs, from helicopters to executive airliners and commercial jets.
Looking to travel at a particular time of the year? Just click on your desired month below to see what’s happening around the world.
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January 2024 events
CES – Consumer Technology Association
When: 9-12 Jan
Where: Las Vegas Convention Centre, Nevada
One of the world’s most influential tech events, CES brings together over 1,600 companies from across the globe to showcase the newest digital technologies.
Africa Cup of Nations
When: 13 Jan – 11 Feb
Where: Ivory Coast
This biannual football tournament pitches 24 African teams against each other. Current champions Senegal will defend their title after beating Egypt on penalties in the 2021 final.
Sundance Film Festival
When: 18-28 Jan
Where: Park City, Utah
Sundance returns to the snowy ski resort for its 40th anniversary, gathering film lovers and industry insiders for a packed calendar of screenings, parties and concerts.
Boot Düsseldorf
When: 20-28 Jan
Where: Messe Düsseldorf, Germany
This huge indoor boat show draws around 4,000 exhibitors from over 50 countries for a nine-day exhibition, with everything from kayaks to superyachts on display.
Venice Carnival
When: 27 Jan – 13 Feb
Where: Venice, Italy
Venice’s famous carnival dazzles with opulent masked balls, flamboyant parades and glitzy events in the two weeks leading up to Shrove Tuesday (also known as Fat Tuesday).
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February 2024 events
World Aquatics Championships
When: 2-18 Feb
Where: Doha, Qatar
The biennial swimming tournament brings together 2,600 swimmers to compete in six different water sports at the Aspire Dome, Hamad Aquatic Centre and Old Port of Doha.
Six Nations Championship
When: 3 Feb – 16 Mar
Where: London, Dublin, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Rome, Marseille, Lyon and Lille
The international men’s rugby union tournament sees England, Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Italy and France battle it out to lift the coveted silver trophy.
Grammy Awards
When: 4 Feb
Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Miley Cyrus and SZA are among the big-name nominees for this year’s Grammys, which recognise outstanding achievements in the music industry.
Sanremo Music Festival
When: 6-10 Feb
Where: Teatro Ariston, Sanremo, Italy
Held annually in the seaside town of Sanremo, Italy’s most prestigious music contest has launched the careers of famous singers like Andrea Bocelli and Eros Ramazzotti.
The Big Game
When: 11 Feb
Where: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada
One of the most-watched sporting events of the year is a face-off between the winners of the American Football Conference and National Football Conference.
Mardi Gras
When: 13 Feb
Where: New Orleans, Louisiana
A million visitors descend on New Orleans on the last Tuesday before the start of Lent as the colourful city comes alive with music, parties and parades.
Miami International Boat Show
When: 14-18 Feb
Where: Miami, Florida
This stylish event sees boat manufacturers showcase their latest models to affluent showgoers in four on-water locations.
London, Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks
When: 16-20 Feb, 20-26 Feb and 26 Feb – 5 Mar
Where: England, Italy and France
London kicks off Europe’s spring/summer fashion week season with a host of catwalks and events, followed by style extravaganzas in Milan and Paris.
Daytona 500
When: 18 Feb
Where: Daytona International Speedway, Daytona, Florida
NASCAR’s most prestigious race is a 200-lap battle of speed and skill watched by over 100,000 spectators at Daytona’s renowned track.
Bahrain Grand Prix
When: 29 Feb – 2 Mar
Where: Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain
Teams and their drivers descend on Bahrain’s desert circuit for the F1 season opener, set to be a nail-biting race with long straights, tight hairpins and fast, windy corners.
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March 2024 events
Academy Awards
When: 10 Mar
Where: Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles, California
The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, honour the best films from the previous year at the most prestigious film awards ceremony on the planet.
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
When: 17-19 Mar
Where: Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
From Bahrain, teams make the relatively short trip to the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, which takes place on the longest F1 street track with views over the Red Sea.
Ultra Music Festival
When: 22-24 Mar
Where: Bayfront Park, Miami, Florida
The world’s premier electronic festival returns to Miami for a weekend of epic performances, featuring headliners including David Guetta, Eric Prydz and Calvin Harris.
Holi
When: 25 Mar
Where: India
The ‘Festival of Colours’ marks the beginning of spring and the victory of good over evil, with revellers across India celebrating in the streets by throwing vibrant clouds of powdered dye.
Dubai World Cup
When: 30 Mar
Where: Meydan Racecourse, Dubai
The glamorous thoroughbred horse race attracts top jockeys and owners from around the world, all hoping to win the $30.5 million (USD) prize purse.
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April 2024 events
Grand National
When: 11-13 Apr
Where: Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool, England
Watched by a global audience of 600 million, the ultimate challenge in British racing sees 34 horses and jockeys compete to win a £1 million ($1.27 million USD) prize pool.
The Masters
When: 11-14 Apr
Where: Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia
The first major golf tournament of the year returns to Augusta, with four-time major champion Rory McIlroy hoping to finally complete an elusive career grand slam
Coachella
When: 12-21 Apr
Where: Empire Polo Club, Indio, California
Held across two weekends in California’s Colorado Desert, Coachella features live music from rock, pop, indie, hip hop and electro artists as well as art installations and sculptures.
World Snooker Championship
When: 20 Apr – 6 May
Where: Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, England
The knockout-style snooker tournament could make history in 2024 if oldest-ever world champion Ronnie O’Sullivan triumphs, as he’ll hold every significant record in the sport.
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May 2024 events
Kentucky Derby
When: 4 May
Where: Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky
Capping the two-week Kentucky Derby Festival, the “fastest two minutes in sports” is the first leg of the American Triple Crown, followed by the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes.
Met Gala Ball
When: 6 May
Where: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City
Marking the grand opening of the Met Costume Institute’s fashion exhibit, this fundraising gala sees Hollywood A-listers descend on the Big Apple.
PGA Championship
When: 13-19 May
Where: Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, Kentucky
The only golf major exclusive to professional players returns for the fourth time to the famously demanding course at Valhalla Golf Club.
Cannes Film Festival
When: 14-25 May
Where: Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, Cannes, France
This invitation-only festival gathers attendees from around the world on the French Riviera for exclusive screenings of the latest films and documentaries.
French Open
When: 20 May – 9 Jun
Where: Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris, France
Widely regarded as the most physically demanding tournament in tennis, this thrilling two-week competition is the only grand slam to be played on clay courts.
Monaco Grand Prix
When: 24-26 May
Where: Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco
The most exclusive F1 race sees drivers whiz along Monaco’s narrow streets, as spectators watch the action from the stands or yachts docked in the marina.
Indy 500
When: 26 May
Where: Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Speedway, Indiana
This 500-mile race brings together over a century of history and nostalgia in a thrilling spectacle as 33 cars race for glory.
Primavera Sound
When: 29 May – 2 Jun
Where: Parc del Fòrum, Barcelona, Spain
Primavera Sound is set to be one of the biggest music events of the year, with headline acts including Charlie XCX, Deftones, FKA Twigs and Lana Del Rey.
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June 2024 events
UEFA Champions League Final
When: 1 Jun
Where: Stade de France, Paris, France
One of the world’s most-watched sporting events sees Europe’s two best club teams battle it out. Manchester City are the defending champions after clinching the title in 2023.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
When: 1-29 Jun
Where: West Indies and United States
The United States shares hosting duties for the first T20 World Cup they’ve qualified for, with 2022 winners England hoping to hold on to the title.
24 Hours of Le Mans
When: 12-16 Jun
Where: Circuit de la Sarthe, Le Mans, France
The world’s oldest active endurance race tests the durability of sports cars and their drivers, as they speed around the track for 24 hours attempting to go further than their rivals.
US Open Golf Championship
When: 13-16 Jun
Where: Pinehurst Resort & Country Club, Pinehurst, North Carolina
The third major golf tournament of the year heads to North Carolina, with world number one Scottie Scheffler hoping to clinch his second major title.
Tour de France
When: 29 Jun – 21 Jul
Where: Italy, San Marino, Monaco and France
The multi-stage bicycle race takes riders through four mountain ranges, including the Alps and Pyrenees, before ending in Nice instead of Paris due to the Olympics Games.
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July 2024 events
Wimbledon
When: 1-14 Jul
Where: All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Wimbledon, England
The most prestigious tennis tournament of the season takes place on Wimbledon’s grass courts, as spectators sip Pimm’s and enjoy strawberries and cream.
Goodwood Festival of Speed
When: 11-14 Jul
Where: Goodwood House, West Sussex, England
This storied celebration of motorsport and car culture showcases an incredible array of sports cars and bikes in the scenic grounds of a stately manor.
British Open
When: 15-21 Jul
Where: Royal Troon, South Ayrshire, Scotland
The oldest golf tournament in the world is the final major golf championship of the year. American player Brian Harman won the event in 2023 with a score of 271.
Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games
When: 26 Jul – 11 Aug and 28 Aug – 8 Sep
Where: Paris, France
The international multi-sport event involves over 10,000 athletes from 206 nations, representing more than 28 sports across 329 events.
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August 2024 events
Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
When: 18 Aug
Where: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, California
This prestigious car show brings together restored classic cars from around the world, with owners competing to win coveted titles like ‘Best of Show’ and ‘Most Elegant’.
Burning Man
When: 25 Aug - 2 Sep
Where: Black Rock City, Black Rock Desert, Nevada
Burning Man returns to the desert for a week of flamboyant costumes and live music. Its name comes from the symbolic burning of a large wooden effigy on the penultimate evening.
US Open Tennis Championships
When: 26 Aug – 8 Sep
Where: Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre, Queens, New York City
The final major tennis tournament of the year sees players battle it out on the hard courts of the Arthur Ashe stadium.
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September 2024 events
Cannes Yachting Festival
When: 10-15 Sep
Where: Vieux Port and Port Canto, Cannes, France
The coveted show returns to the French Riviera, with almost 600 boats including motor yachts, superyachts, catamarans and sailing yachts on display across two ports.
Laver Cup
When: 20-22 Sep
Where: Mercedes-Benz Arena, Berlin, Germany
Tennis teams from Europe and the rest of the world compete in a Ryder Cup-style format, with Team Europe hosting in London this year as Team World seek their first-ever win.
Singapore Grand Prix
When: 20-22 Sep
Where: Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore
The original F1 night race is one of the toughest, with a bumpy street circuit and humid conditions. Lewis Hamilton claims one lap requires double the energy needed in Monaco.
Oktoberfest
When: 21 Sep – 6 Oct
Where: Munich, Germany
The world’s largest Volkfest is back for another year of parades, food, music and, of course, beer. The event typically draws around six million people over its three-week run.
Monaco Yacht Show
When: 25-28 Sep
Where: Port Hercule, Monaco
The world’s largest annual gathering of superyachts sees hundreds of luxury vessels anchor in Port Hercole for a long weekend of glamour and innovation.
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October 2024 events
United States Grand Prix
When: 18-20 Oct
Where: Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas
The United States Grand Prix is one of six exciting F1 Sprint weekends, with drivers racing around 56 laps of the 5.513-kilometre track.
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
When: 31 Oct
Where: Mexico
Families across Mexico gather to honour the deceased with food, music and parades. Patzcuaro, Mexico City and Oaxaca are some of the best places to join the celebrations.
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November 2024 events
Melbourne Cup
When: 2 Nov
Where: Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia
The iconic ‘race that stops the nation’ is a staple of the Australian sporting calendar and a national holiday in the states of Victoria and Australia Capital Territory.
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December 2024 events
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
When: 6-8 Dec
Where: Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
The Formula One season ends on Yas Island, which is a destination in itself with seven hotels, an indoor theme park, mall, water park, golf course, beach, arena and nightclub.
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