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 On 7 August 2027, Findorffer Bürgerweide in Bremen once again turns into a multi hour open air Schlager party right next to the main station, kicking off at noon.
Illustrative photo The Dachauer Volksfest 2027 takes place from 7 to 16 August on the Ludwig-Thoma-Wiese. Free admission, more affordable beer than in Munich, a traditional parade and fireworks await visitors.
Illustrative photo Magma Festival 2027 brings two days of electronic music to the former Revier Südost brewery site in Berlin, mixing house, techno and bass in a distinctive industrial setting.
Illustrative photo From August 11 to 15, 2027, Bremerhaven celebrates the Maritime Days. This free harbor festival features impressive tall ships open to the public, live music, street food, and is crowned by a grand fireworks display on Saturday evening in the Havenwelten.
Illustrative photo Franconian and Tauber Valley winemakers pour their best in Rothenburg's old town, expected 11-15 August 2027 (official dates to follow).
Illustrative photo Haldern Pop Festival 2027 takes place from 11 to 14 August in Haldern on the Lower Rhine. This intimate indie and folk festival is capped at around 7,000 attendees, with lineup and ticket prices to be announced before presale opens on 1 October 2026.
Illustrative photo Reload Festival 2027 takes place from August 12 to 14 in Sulingen. Known as the toughest weekend in the village, it has brought together a loyal metal, hardcore and punk crowd since 2006.
Illustrative photo The 438th Kronacher Freischießen 2027 takes place from 12 to 22 August on the Hofwiese at the Schützenhaus in Kronach. Free admission: marksmen’s festival, beer halls, parades and funfair at the largest folk festival in the Frankenwald.
Illustrative photo From 13 to 15 August 2027, Rhine in Flames turns Koblenz's Deutsches Eck into a lively event mile. The highlight is the fireworks display above Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on Saturday evening, accompanied by a drone show.
Illustrative photo Echelon Festival 2027 takes place on August 13 and 14 in Bad Aibling, right beneath the striking radar domes of a former listening station. More than 100 acts bring pure techno and house across two days.
Illustrative photo The Koblenz Summer Festival takes place in 2027 around the German Corner as part of Rhine in Flames. Hundreds of wine stands, live music and a grand fireworks display with a drone show make it the city's largest open air celebration.
Illustrative photo The Gäubodenvolksfest 2027 in Straubing runs from 13 to 23 August at Festplatz Am Hagen. Bavaria’s second-largest folk festival offers free admission, seven beer tents, a large funfair and the parallel Ostbayernschau.