The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

This week marks the beginning of May, and while the great outdoors and May Day celebrations beckon, there's plenty to keep you entertained indoors. Exhibitions: **Birds** – The Netherlands' Mauritshuis museum features an exhibition on birds and their influence on art, curated by The Goldfinch and Simon Schama, showcasing works by masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Pablo Picasso, and Tracey Emin. **KAWS: Art & Comix** – Vienna's Albertina Modern presents an exhibition on American artist KAWS, exploring his works on consumerism and dialogue with other comic-inspired artists like Roy Lichtenstein and Keith Haring. **Bonus Highlight**: Hungarian photographer Brassaï’s vintage Parisian images are on display at Moderna Museet in Stockholm until 4 October 2026. Events: **May Day** – Celebrations across Europe mark the arrival of summer, involving dancing, singing, and raising maypoles. Locations vary, with Germans and Finns typically celebrating the night before. Movies: **The Devil Wears Prada 2** – A sequel to the 2006 hit, starring Meryl Streep as a tyrannical fashion editor, released on 1 May 2026. **Supernatural Horror: Hokum** – A novel-based horror film directed by Damian McCarthy, premiering at select cinemas. TV Series: **Man on Fire** – A Netflix action thriller based on A.J. Quinnell’s 1980 novel, following a mercenary named John Creasy. **Lord of the Flies** – A new Netflix adaptation by acclaimed screenwriter Jack Thorne, streaming from 4 May. Music: **Melanie C: SWEAT** – Her ninth studio album, described as her most euphoric to date, released on 1 May. Other highlights include Tori Amos’ 'In Times of Dragons' and The Black Keys’ 'Peaches!'.