World Drum Festival
On Saturday, November 8th 2025, the Popakademie Baden-Württemberg, in cooperation with the Cultural Office of the City of Mannheim and the European drum and percussion association “Percussion Creativ,” will host the eleventh World Drum Festival. The World Drum Festival is curated by Anika Nilles. Registration for the World Drum Festival 2025 is now open.
Registration
Registration begins: 14 October 2025
https://www.popakademie.de/de/events/world-drum-festival/anmeldung/
The Europe Drum Show
This two day event is a dedicated show which champions, promotes and supports the fantastic community that is drummers.
All abilities welcome at this family and community orientated event. Come and see all your favourite drum and percussion products, including worldwide launches, artist performances, clinics and lessons from the best in the business. Be sure to tell your drumming friends and follow us on our socials for the latest news.
Buy Tickets
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-europe-drum-show-2026-tickets-1320946850589?aff=oddtdtcreator
Competitions, Workshops And Other Events
Competitions
- World Drum Contest: Part of the Tam-Tam Drumfest in Seville, Spain, this competition starts with online video submissions and culminates in a live final.
- Drum-Off Global: An international drum competition for drummers, with updates for the next event to be posted on their page.
Workshops and other events
- Drummers Intensive Day (Bali): A multi-day event for serious drummers held in Bali, featuring workshops and a resort stay.
- LEAF Global Arts: Organizes various drumming events worldwide, including their World Drum Day.
- Drumevents (Switzerland): Offers team-building drumming events and workshops that do not require prior knowledge.
- Jaisalmer Desert Festival (India): While not solely a drumming event, it features various traditional Indian percussion instruments and rhythmic performances.
- Let It Roll: A major drum and bass festival that takes place in the Czech Republic.