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The Ultra Europe 2026 will take place at Park Mladeži, Split, Croatia, from July 10-12; expect heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 7, 2026

Ultra Europe 2026 is a three-day EDM/Techno event that will begin at 8:00 PM and run until 2:00 AM each day. The festival roster includes prominent artists such as Martin Garrix, Calvin Harris, and DJ Snake. The event is expected to draw around 150,000 attendees over the three days. Following the festival, island and beach parties on the islands of Brac and Vis will attract the festival crowd. Due to the high-profile event, heightened security is likely to be in place.

Political protesters are expected to gather around Taksim Square, Istanbul, Turkey, on July 7 at 7:00 PM; heightened security expected.

Advisories / By / July 7, 2026

Protesters will gather to denounce the NATO Summit occurring in Ankara, Turkey, from July 7 to July 8 . Hundreds of protesters are expected to participate, resulting in localized travel delays in Istanbul’s city center. Clashes with local authorities are likely, as the Turkish government has banned protests, is using enhanced force at protest sites (e.g. tear gas), and has arrested hundreds of protesters.

Saba Saba Day will be commemorated in Kenya on July 7, historically bringing large-scale demonstrations and unrest to urban centers.

Advisories / By / July 8, 2026

Saba Saba (“Seven Seven”) Day will be observed in Kenya on July 7, historically coinciding with major anti-government protests. The day commemorates Kenya’s 1990 pro-democracy protests and has been a flashpoint for violent clashes with authorities in recent years, with dozens of casualties reported in 2025. Anticipate roadblocks, traffic disruption, business closures, and possible violent unrest. 

Aviation workers will participate in a nationwide 24-hour strike in Italy on July 5; expect travel delays and cancellations.

Advisories / By / July 8, 2026

A coalition of aviation trade unions has called for a nationwide strike to demand additional investments, labor contract renewals with compliance, and agreements. Major airports and their crews, such as Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport in Rome and Milan Malpensa Airport, will be affected. Travel reservations for July 5 will likely be canceled.

Expect wildfire-related disruptions during and after ongoing fires in Northern Spain from July 3 onward. 

Advisories / By / July 3, 2026

Significant wildfires continue to affect Northern Spain amid extreme heat and dry conditions, with more than 123,553 acres burned nationwide. Active fires include the La Bisbal d’Empordà wildfire in Girona, where strong tramontana winds hamper containment efforts, while fires in Zaragoza, Fontcoberta, and Navarre are subdued. Authorities warn that elevated wildfire risk could lead to additional outbreaks and localized transportation or access disruptions through July.

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) will occur from July 17 to July 20 in Shanghai, China; expect travel delays.

Advisories / By / July 3, 2026

The 2026 WAIC will take place at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center and the Shanghai New International Expo Center. Each year, the event attracts hundreds of thousands of participants and over 180 exhibitions. Due to the presence of high-profile individuals, strict security measures will be in place, and increased traffic at airports and on public transportation is likely.

On July 4, a Pride march in London, United Kingdom, will draw 1.5 million participants and spectators, causing transportation disruptions.

Advisories / By / July 2, 2026

Renfe rail staff are scheduled to conduct 24-hour national strikes across Spain on June 29 and July 15. The strike has been called by Sindicato Ferroviario over concerns regarding the future of Renfe Mercancías, the state owned freight railroad. The strikes are expected to affect rail services nationwide, including cancellations and delays, affecting both passenger and freight operations.

El Encierro will draw large crowds to Pamplona, Spain, from July 7–14; expect localized traffic disruptions and heightened security.

Advisories / By / July 2, 2026

El Encierro, or the Running of the Bulls, takes place daily at 8:00 AM from July 7-14 during the San Fermín Festival. Despite the cultural significance, the event is widely regarded as highly dangerous. Participants can face serious risks, including trampling, goring, falls, and collisions in narrow, fast-moving streets where reaction time is extremely limited. The event is expected to draw heavy crowds, disrupt local travel, and prompt an increased security presence.

Millions of spectators will travel across France for the Tour de France, from July 4 to July 26.

Advisories / By / July 1, 2026

The Tour de France is an annual three week professional cycling race, with 22 teams, 176 cyclists, and thousands of supporting staff. This event attracts between 10 -12 million international spectators, visitors, and media.The increase in travelers will cause traffic disruptions around southeastern France. This year’s route will start in Barcelona, Spain and will end at the Champs-Élysées, Paris. Cities hosting the starting and ending stages will experiences the most intense traffic delays and extended road closures.

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