Germany is one of Europe's most diverse event destinations – from world-famous Christmas markets in Cologne, Nuremberg and Dresden to open-air music festivals and traditional folk celebrations like Oktoberfest. Whether in major cities like Berlin and Hamburg or charming small towns, you'll find a wide range of events throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo Bob Dylan performs at the Olympiahalle in Munich on November 15, 2026. The folk and rock legend brings a set drawing on more than six decades of music to the stage that evening.
Illustrative photo Any Given Day play a headline show at Backstage Werk in Munich in 2026 as part of their European tour. The Gelsenkirchen metalcore band performs new songs alongside fan favorites, with the show starting at 7:00 PM according to ticket providers.
Markt der Engel 2026 on Neumarkt in Cologne: 16 November to 23 December, closed on 22 November. Free entry.
Illustrative photo The Witcher in Concert brings the music of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt to life with a live orchestra on November 16, 2026 at the Mitsubishi Electric HALLE in Düsseldorf.
Illustrative photo Hamburg's city centre hosts six Christmas markets in 2026, running from mid November until just before Christmas around Rathausmarkt, Jungfernstieg, Gänsemarkt, St. Petri, Gerhart Hauptmann Platz and Spitalerstraße. All markets are free to enter and connected by an easy walk.
Illustrative photo Nikolausdorf Cologne 2026: 16 November to 23 December on Rudolfplatz in front of Hahnentorburg. Free entry. Closed on 22 November.
Weihnachtsmarkt am Koelner Dom 2026: 16 November to 23 December on Roncalliplatz, Cologne. Free entry. Closed on 22 November.
Illustrative photo Placebo perform their 30th Anniversary Tour show at Uber Arena Berlin on November 16, 2026. Doors open at 18:00 with the concert starting at 20:00.
Illustrative photo Weihnachten an der Spree 2026 runs from November 16 to December 30 at the Spreespeicher in Berlin. This all inclusive Christmas market with a view of the Oberbaumbrücke includes food and drinks in the ticket price.
Illustrative photo The Darmstadt Christmas Market 2026 runs from 16 November to 23 December on Marktplatz, Friedensplatz, Luisenplatz and Ludwigsplatz. Free entry, around 70 stalls, twin-town chalets, Lange Ludwig lights and extra crafts on Advent weekends. Closed on Totensonntag, 22 November 2026.
Illustrative photo Husum Christmas Market 2026 opens from November 16 to December 27 around the Tine fountain on the Marktplatz in Husum. It is complemented by the Christmas market at the Husumer Speicher on the harbor (December 5 and 6) and the Advent calendar market at the Christmas House (October 24 and 25), both free to attend.
Illustrative photo The Refrather Christmas Market runs from 16 November to 23 December 2026 on Peter-Bürling-Platz in Bergisch Gladbach. Free entry, an ice stock rink, an Alpine hut with raclette and atmospheric stalls create a perfect Advent experience for the whole family.