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Welcome to the Beethoven Festival Leipzig 2027 in Leipzig
From 9 to 23 May 2027 the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig celebrates the 200th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s death with an international festival. Centre stage are major symphony concerts by the Gewandhausorchester under Andris Nelsons, world-class chamber music and contemporary approaches to Beethoven’s work. Stars such as Lang Lang, Igor Levit and Leonidas Kavakos shape the programme.
Highlights & Attractions at Beethoven Festival Leipzig in Leipzig
- Performances of all Beethoven symphonies (except the Ninth within the main festival frame) by the Gewandhausorchester under Andris Nelsons
- Appearances by Lang Lang, Igor Levit, Leonidas Kavakos, Anna Prohaska and Michael Wollny
- Complete cycle of the string quartets by the Gewandhaus Quartet and selected recitals
- New text version of Beethoven’s Egmont music with Tobias Moretti
- Crossover and participatory formats with the Stegreif Orchestra and jazz elements
- Chamber music and instrumental concertos with international soloists
- Festive atmosphere in the historic Gewandhaus on Augustusplatz
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
The Beethoven Festival Leipzig 2027 combines tradition and the present day. The Gewandhausorchester under Andris Nelsons presents major symphony concerts and instrumental concertos. In parallel, the complete string quartets and selected recitals are performed. Special highlights include the new Egmont version and crossover projects that reinterpret Beethoven’s music. Concerts mainly take place in the evenings in the Great Hall and Mendelssohn Hall of the Gewandhaus. Advance booking and a 15 % festival discount from the fourth ticket are available via the official website.
Tickets & Admission for Beethoven Festival Leipzig
Tickets range from approximately 20 to 170 Euro depending on the concert and category. A 15 % discount applies from the fourth festival ticket onwards. Tickets are available via the Gewandhaus website. Season ticket holders and Gewandhauscard holders had early access. Please check remaining tickets and current availability directly in the online shop.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Leipzig
- The Gewandhaus is centrally located on Augustusplatz and easily reachable by public transport
- May in Leipzig is mild – light evening wear and a scarf for the concert hall are recommended
- Book hotels in the city centre and near Augustusplatz early, as the festival attracts international visitors
- Combine concerts with visits to the Bach and Mendelssohn memorials
- Take advantage of the festival discount and assemble your personal programme early
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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