February may be short, but Europe’s cultural calendar is packed with exhibitions, films, TV premieres, and music releases that promise to keep audiences entertained. From iconic artists to blockbuster franchises, here’s a roundup of the week’s highlights.
Exhibitions
Tracey Emin: A Second Life
- Where: Tate Modern, London
- When: 27 February – 31 August 2026 Tracey Emin, a central figure in the Young British Artists movement, is celebrated in a sweeping retrospective at Tate Modern. The exhibition spans 40 years of her career, showcasing neon installations, sculptures, and writings that explore themes of vulnerability, identity, and raw emotion.
Yellow. Beyond Van Gogh’s Color
- Where: Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam
- When: Until 17 May 2026 Van Gogh’s use of yellow is explored in depth at this exhibition, which highlights the color’s symbolic role in his work. From Sunflowers to broader cultural influences in fashion and literature, the show offers a fresh perspective on how yellow embodied optimism and renewal in Van Gogh’s art.
Bonus Highlight: Vienna’s Leopold Museum honors Gustave Courbet, pioneer of realism, until 21 June 2026.
Movies
Scream 7
- Where: Cinemas
- When: 26 February Ghostface returns in the seventh installment of the slasher franchise. With Sidney Prescott’s daughter now targeted, familiar faces reunite to end the terror once and for all. Original writer Kevin Williamson returns, raising anticipation for a chilling yet nostalgic entry.
Bonus Highlight: Baz Luhrmann revisits Elvis with EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, premiering in select cinemas from 27 February.
TV Shows
Bridgerton Season 4, Part Two
- Where: Prime Video
- When: 26 February The Bridgerton saga continues with more masked balls, scandals, and romantic entanglements. Benedict struggles with his relationship with Sophie, while the rest of the family adds to the drama. Expect lavish costumes, witty dialogue, and plenty of intrigue.
Bonus Highlight: Vanished, a mystery drama about a missing partner, debuts on Prime Video 27 February.
Music
Gorillaz: The Mountain
- Release Date: 27 February The virtual band returns with their ninth studio album, featuring collaborations with Johnny Marr, Sparks, and more. Known for blending genres and visuals, Gorillaz promise a project that embodies their collaborative ethos. Fans can also look forward to a stadium tour across the UK and Ireland this spring.
Bonus Highlights: New releases include Blackpink’s Deadline, Bill Callahan’s My Days of 58, Mitski’s Nothing’s About to Happen to Me, and Iron & Wine’s Hen’s Teeth.
A Week of Culture Across Europe
From London’s Tate Modern to Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, Europe offers a rich mix of art, film, and music this week. Whether you’re drawn to the haunting return of Ghostface, the romantic drama of Bridgerton, or the experimental sounds of Gorillaz, February’s final week ensures there’s something for everyone.
