Regensburg impresses with one of Europe's best-preserved medieval old towns: atmospheric Christmas markets, traditional city celebrations and cultural events on the Danube. The UNESCO World Heritage city offers a wide range of events throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo The Christmas markets in Regensburg 2026 run from 19 November to 23 December and offer unique variety: the traditional Christkindlmarkt on Neupfarrplatz, the romantic market at Thurn und Taxis Palace, the Lucrezia arts and crafts market and the cozy Advent market by the Danube. Most markets are free; only Thurn und Taxis charges admission.
Illustrative photo Experience the magical and romantic Christmas market at Schloss Thurn und Taxis in Regensburg from 20 November to 23 December 2026. Enjoy historic crafts, sparkling lights, and festive culinary treats inside the palace grounds.
Illustrative photo The Regensburg Christkindlmarkt takes place from November 23 to December 23, 2026 at Neupfarrplatz. Around the historic Neupfarrkirche, visitors will find about 70 stalls with mulled wine, handicrafts and a daily stage program, all with free admission.
Illustrative photo The Regensburger Maidult 2027 takes place from 14 to 30 May at Dultplatz Protzenweiher. Free admission, festival tents, rides and Bavarian atmosphere await visitors.
Illustrative photo The Bavarian Jazz Weekend takes place in Regensburg's old town from July 1 to 4, 2027. With over 100 concerts on historic squares, it ranks among Europe's largest free jazz festivals.
Illustrative photo The Thurn und Taxis Schlossfestspiele turn the courtyard of the Fürstliches Schloss St. Emmeram in Regensburg into a stage for opera, classical music, pop and schlager from July 9 to 18, 2027.
Illustrative photo On 24 July 2027, the Piazza grounds in Regensburg once again become the Upper Palatinate's biggest Mallorca party; the show starts at 5 PM, with the day box office opening from noon.
Illustrative photo Regensburg's open-air concert series in the Arkadenhof of the Thon Dittmer Palais is expected to return in late July/early August 2027 (exact schedule pending).
Illustrative photo The Regensburger Herbstdult 2026 continues until September 13 at the Dultplatz by the Europakanal. This long standing Bavarian folk festival offers beer tents, fairground rides and a trade market with free admission.
Illustrative photo The Regensburger Bürgerfest 2027 turns the old town and Stadtamhof into one big stage. Held every two years, locals and visitors celebrate for several days with music, crafts and food right along the Danube.
Illustrative photo The Stadtamhof Wine Festival returns to Regensburg in 2027. With free admission, visitors can enjoy regional wines, live music and a family friendly program set against a historic backdrop on the Danube.