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 Bürgerfest Abensberg 2027 takes place on the first July weekend in the historic old town. With live music, knight fights, fire show and Abensberg beer on Stadtplatz, Aventinusplatz and in the castle garden, the town festival offers free admission for the whole family.
Illustrative photo The Schlossgartenfest Abensberg 2027 takes place in the historic castle garden with old castle walls. Local music groups create a summer open-air atmosphere in a relaxed setting. The exact date is still TBA; traditionally in late July or early August. Admission is generally free.
Illustrative photo The Frühlingsfest Abensberg 2027 celebrates the end of winter with traditional beer tents, live music and Bavarian hospitality. Exact dates will be announced; typically late April to early May in the Hallertau town of Abensberg.
Illustrative photo AachenSeptemberSpecial 2027 brings free live music, food and culture back to the heart of Aachen. After a pause in 2026, the city festival once again fills the Markt, Katschhof and Elisengarten with concerts and celebration.
Illustrative photo The Öcher Bend 2027 returns as the Osterbend and Sommerbend, bringing the region's largest folk festival back to the Bendplatz in Aachen. Rides, a large beer tent and free admission make it a popular family event.
Illustrative photo The Aachen Oktoberfest, known as the Öcher Wiesn, returns to the 100'5 Arena in Aachen in 2027. An evening of live music, Wiesn beer and genuine Bavarian beer tent atmosphere in the heart of the Rhineland.
Illustrative photo The Brauereifest Schloss Scherneck 2027 in Rehling traditionally features Bavarian brass music, regional beer and a festive atmosphere on the historic castle grounds. Exact dates around the Corpus Christi weekend are still to be announced. Admission is expected to be free.
Illustrative photo The Aichacher Stadtfest 2027 traditionally transforms the city center of Aichach into a large beer garden with live music on multiple stages on the first weekend of August. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo The Aichacher Volksfest 2027 takes place at the Volksfestplatz in Aichach. Classic Bavarian folk festival with beer tent, rides and traditional beer tapping. Free admission, dates TBA.
Illustrative photo The Ammerndorfer Kärwa 2027 is the traditional Franconian Kirchweih at Dullikener Platz in Ammerndorf. With beer tapping, live music, brass band and beer from the Ammerndorf brewery (since 1730), visitors can expect genuine Kärwa atmosphere. Free admission.
Illustrative photo The Holunderfest Ammerndorf 2027 is Bavaria’s largest elderflower festival and traditionally takes place in early summer at the Bürgerhaus or Dreschmaschinenhaus. Free admission, elderflower fritters, drinks and local Ammerndorf beer on tap await visitors.
Illustrative photo The Alte Liebe Fest takes place in 2027 in Königslutter am Elm. This new indie-pop festival focuses on regional music, art and genuine community – organised with heart by local tattoo artist Bastian Herrmann.