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  • Bonn Karneval (Carnival)

    Bonn

    Karneval in Bonn is a vibrant, traditional Rhineland carnival season celebrated from 11 November to Ash Wednesday, embodying the “fifth season” with colorful costumes, festive gatherings, and over 100 carnival sessions attracting more than a million participants. Street carnival begins on Weiberfastnacht with town hall storms and parades. The highlight is the Rosenmontag parade, where […]

  • Send Fun Fair Münster (Spring)

    Münster

    Send in Münster is the largest Volksfest in the Münsterland, held three times yearly—spring, summer, and autumn—on the Schlossplatz, attracting up to a million visitors with around 200 fairground rides, traditional carousels, bumper cars, and culinary stalls. The festival blends historic market tradition with modern fun, including fireworks, family days, discounts, and lively entertainment for […]

  • Würzburg: Spring Beer Festival and Volksfest

    Würzburg

    The first Volksfest and BeerFestival every year takes place in Würzburg, with classic beer tents and festival beer that has been especially brewed for this event. It is a traditional festival with folk music, traditional costumes and fun rides. This event is kicking of the beer festival season each year in Germany and Bavaria.

  • Heidelberg Spring Festival

    Heidelberg

    Again, the international music festival will draw more than 30.000 aficionados from all across the world to roughly 90 events with numerous renowned artists. Yet the "Heidelberger Frühling" (Heidelberg Spring Festival) is more than a festival of stars - above all, it is a festival of encounter and dialog. In addition to the great festive […]

  • Augsburg: Plärrer Beer Festival (spring)

    Augsburg

    Osterplärrer in Augsburg is a popular spring fair featuring thrilling rides, beer tents, games, and Bavarian food. Held annually before Easter, it attracts families and visitors with festive atmosphere, live music, traditional entertainment, and regional culture, marking the joyful start of the fair season in the city.

  • Lübeck: Brahms Festival

    Lübeck

    Every year, classical strains drift through Lübeck’s Old Town alleys when Lübeck’s Academy of Music stages the Brahms Festival which is famous beyond state boundaries. Lecturers and students present symphonic and chamber music by Brahms and his contemporaries at the highest artistic level.

  • Osnabrück: May Week Festival

    Osnabrück

    Party atmosphere at its best - The "Maiwoche" (May Week Festival): Who: More than 120 bands and music groups, from young talents to the famous show acts enter the stage for 10 days and for free. Where: On many stages in the colorfully decorated city center. What: A mixture of pop, blues, rock and hit […]

  • Regensburg Dult (spring)

    Regensburg

    Mai Dult in Regensburg is a traditional spring beer festival featuring beer tents, carnival rides, live music, and Bavarian food. Held annually on the Dultplatz by the Danube, it attracts locals and visitors with festive atmosphere, regional traditions, family-friendly entertainment, and classic folk celebrations marking the start of springtime together.

  • CHIO Aachen

    Aachen

    "The CHIO is the most traditional equestrian event in Germany. The Aachen-Laurensberger Rennverein e.V. racing club has organised the equestrian tournament on what is now CHIO’s site since 1925. The first race is on Friday and the event will continue until Sunday the following week. Every year Aachen is the meeting point for fans of […]

  • Würzburg: Wine Village

    Würzburg

    The Wine Village is in the middle of Würzburg's market square: More than 100 different local wines are served in cute, timbered gazebos. The event is rounded out by local and international cuisine.

  • Tübingen: Punting Boat Race

    Tübingen

    Stocherkahnrennen in Tübingen is a traditional boat race on the Neckar River, featuring decorated punts, humorous costumes, and lively student teams. Held annually, it combines sport, satire, and local university culture, attracting spectators who enjoy festive atmosphere, creativity, and a playful competition celebrating Tübingen’s academic traditions.

  • HanseKulturFestival Lübeck

    Lübeck

    Every two years, a district of Lübeck's Old Town is transformed into a vibrant festival venue. In 2026, it will be the turn of the seafaring quarter around St. Jakob's church to become an authentic experience and a lively stage for the HanseKulturFestival. Immerse yourself in the local community! Dance to music in the streets. […]