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 The 28th Leipziger Bierbörse takes place from 14 to 17 May 2027 in front of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations. Around 500 beer varieties, free admission and a cosy beer-garden atmosphere await visitors.
Illustrative photo The Open Ohr Festival 2027 takes place from 14 to 17 May over Pentecost at the Mainz Citadel. Political youth culture festival with music, theatre, workshops and discussions for all generations.
Illustrative photo The WIR LEBEN LAUT Festival 2027 takes place from 14 to 16 May on the Festwiesen in Loburg. Three days of punk, Deutschrock and camping in a friendly atmosphere between Magdeburg and Berlin.
Illustrative photo Wannda Circus Open Air 2027 takes place on five dates from 15 May to 4 September at the circus grounds in Munich-Freimann. Psychedelic and electronic music, acrobatics, art workshops and a climate-neutral atmosphere under the big circus tent await visitors. Tickets from around €20.
Illustrative photo The Historische Tage Scherneck traditionally take place over the Pentecost weekend at Schloss Scherneck in Rehling; in 2027 that weekend is expected to fall on 15 to 17 May, though an official date has not yet been confirmed. With Highlanders, a historical market, sword fights and local beer, the festival offers a lively medieval experience. Admission from 4 Euro.
Illustrative photo From 16 to 23 May 2027, Dresden celebrates the 55th International Dixieland Festival, the largest and oldest of its kind in the world. Enjoy the free Jazzmeile street stages, the Riverboat Shuffle on the Elbe and the grand gala concert at the Kulturpalast.
Illustrative photo The Pirates & Vikings Open Air 2027 takes place on 21 and 22 May 2027 at the Freizeitanlage in Rotenhain. Featuring Pirate Metal, Viking and Folk Metal, camping and a strong party atmosphere, it offers a lively open-air experience in the Westerwald. Tickets from approx. €76–92.
Illustrative photo From 26 May to 6 June 2027, Würzburg's market square becomes a wine village for the 39th time, featuring over 100 Franconian wines, a historic setting and free entry. A must for wine lovers in Franconia.
Illustrative photo On 27 May 2027, villages like Hüfingen, Mühlenbach and Sipplingen turn their streets into elaborate flower carpets for the Corpus Christi procession. A colorful and free experience in rural Baden Württemberg.
Illustrative photo Freak Valley Festival 2027 takes place from 27 to 29 May at the AWO grounds, Weiherdamm 3, in Netphen, Germany. It is a three-day open air for stoner, psych, blues, punk and fuzz with tent camping. The 2027 lineup is not yet announced; Blind Freak tickets were communicated at 149 EUR.
Illustrative photo From Friday to Monday, Ihringen in the Kaiserstuhl region becomes a festive wine and street celebration with decorated courtyards, live music and the popular winegrowers' olympics. Enjoy wines shaped by the Kaiserstuhl's unique microclimate alongside Baden style specialties.
Illustrative photo The Schweinfurt Volksfest 2027 runs from May 28 to June 6 at the Volksfestplatz in Schweinfurt. Held since 1909, this free entry fair draws visitors from across the region with rides, a beer tent and lively traditions.