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 Rock Art Festival Trier 2026 takes place on 30 and 31 October as a Halloween Edition at TUFA. Free young talent contest on Friday, rock and metal bands on Saturday from 34 €.
Illustrative photo The Lichtenberger Winterzeit 2026 takes place from 31 October to 26 December on Landsberger Allee in Berlin-Lichtenberg. As a large winter funfair with Ferris wheel, numerous rides, mulled wine and free admission, it offers families and thrill-seekers a special Christmas experience.
Illustrative photo The Bockbieranstich at Hopfengarten Bamberg, the city's smallest brewery, takes place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 4 pm to 11:59 pm. Admission is free; guests only pay for the bock beer on site.
Illustrative photo Halloween Rockt Borod 2026 on 31 October: Biggest Halloween party in Rhineland-Palatinate with rock, techno and costumes in the festival tent of the Westerwald village. Tickets available in advance.
Illustrative photo On 31 October 2026 the traditional Bock beer tapping takes place at Brauerei Drei Kronen in Memmelsdorf. The new Böckla is tapped in the historic brewery inn. Free admission, Franconian cuisine and a cosy atmosphere included.
Illustrative photo On 31 October 2026, Wittenberg celebrates Reformation Day with a historic market, festive church services and the grand lantern parade to the Schlosswiese. Discover the world famous Theses Door of the Castle Church and the lively atmosphere in Luther's old town.
Illustrative photo The Christmas markets in Friedberg 2026 combine the charity Christkindlmarkt with the Friedberger Advent. On St.-Jakobs-Platz and in the old town, visitors can enjoy crafts, regional specialities and a cultural programme – free of charge and full of atmosphere.
Illustrative photo The 35th Aalen Jazz Festival takes place from 4 to 7 November 2026 at Kulturbahnhof Aalen (KubAA) and The Room. International stars from jazz, soul and funk deliver top-class concerts in one of Germany’s most respected indoor festival series. Tickets from around 30 Euro.
Illustrative photo The Allerheiligenkirmes Soest 2026 takes place from 4 to 8 November in the historic old town. Europe’s largest old town fair with over 300 showmen, horse market and free admission.
Illustrative photo The Brauerei Spezial Bock Beer Tapping 2026 takes place on 5 November from 15:30 in Bamberg. In the wood-panelled halls of the historic brewery the mild smoked Rauchbier Bock is tapped. Free admission – a classic of the Franconian Bock beer season.
Illustrative photo The Bockbieranstich at Brauerei Kraus takes place on 6 November 2026 from 5 pm in Hirschaid. In the large indoor winter halls the seasonal Bock beer is tapped – a cozy local gathering with Franconian food and beer specialities. Free admission.
Illustrative photo The Moskitos Festival 2026 brings two days of rock, punk and metal to the Mehrzweckhalle in Baar (Swabia), with a strong line up across two stages and a friendly festival atmosphere.