Concerts, Festivals & Events Guide
Concerts and events in Germany, Festivals of wine and beer, sausage and cheese, exhibitions, events, a what’s happening and things to do in Germany and neighboring European countries.
“Wine & Music” on August 21 and 22
On Friday and Saturday, August 21 and 22, Under the motto “Pleasure Meets Sound,” the City of Kaiserslautern once again invites all connoisseurs and music lovers to an unforgettable experience in downtown Kaiserslautern the 5th “Wine & Music” event.
NitrolympX Drag Racing 2026
Hockenheim Ring, Germany. 21. – 23. August – 2026
WHEN THE AIR BURNS AND THE MOTODROM SHAKES
High speed, show and adrenaline
Attention, adrenaline junkies! From 21 – 23 August, it’s that time again: the NitrOlympX, Europe’s biggest drag racing event, is starting its next round. The elite high-speed artists will once again embark on their annual European tour and stop at the Rico Anthes Quartermile of the Hockenheimring for the 38th time.
Homburg Flea and Antiques Market
The biggest flea and antiques market in southwest Germany, Homburg Flea and Antiques Market normally takes place on the first Saturday of the month, in the area known as the Forum, in front of the Homburg Rathaus (town hall). The next Flea and Antiques market: Saturday, 05. September. 2026. from 08:00 – 16:00
Cannstatter Volksfest – Stuttgart
This year the 179th Cannstatter Volksfest with the Agricultural Main Festival (LWH) will take place from September 25 to October 11, 2026.
When the scent of roasted almonds fills the air, the colorful lights of the rides twinkle, and music rings out from the festival tents, the 179th Cannstatter Volksfest will be the gathering place for visitors from all over the world. What once began as an agricultural fair is now the largest folk festival in Baden-Württemberg. To this day, it remains true to its traditions while continuing to evolve year after year. The festival will be officially opened with the traditional tapping of the keg by Mayor Dr. Frank Nopper on September 25 in the “Wilhelmer’s Schwabenwelt” festival tent.
Bad Dürkheim’s Wurstmarkt
The biggest Wine & Sausage Festival in the world
Wurstmarkt? What’s a Wurstmarkt?
From 11. – 15. and 18. – 21. September 2026
One of the largest, most traditional and entertaining festivals in Germany. Over 570 years old, and still as young as ever – the Bad Dürkheim festival of festivals – the main event of the year in the Pfalz.
Open-Air at Its Best in Luisenpark
Soul, Brazilian, Jazz, Disco & Comedy – the 2026 Seebühne Summer
The Lakeside Stage in Mannheim’s Luisenpark will once again become a hotspot this year for music fans who simply can’t do without a beautiful outdoor concert atmosphere: surrounded by greenery. Nine top-notch events are on the program this year during twilight or in the evening.
Kaiserslautern Zoo
Animal adventures for the whole family
Kaiserslautern Zoo is situated in the south-west of the city. It is an oasis of tranquillity where visitors can experience nature, relax and learn a great deal.
The zoo currently houses 508 animals representing more than 110 species across a seven-hectare site. The playground for younger visitors, the nature trail and the zoo café round off a day out at Kaiserslautern Zoo.
Come along and discover the “Wild side of Kaiserslautern!” This season, the zoo will be open daily from 9 am to 6.30 pm and looks forward to welcoming many visitors in the new season.
Taunus Wunderland
Wonderful Taunus Wunderland – Action, Fun & Thrills for the whole family. Located in the Taunus hills, in the pretty spa town of Schlangenbad, close to Wiesbaden and about a half an hour’s drive from Frankfurt.
Schwaben Park
Located in the Rems-Murr-Kreis district in Baden- Württemburg. With over 70 attractions, the park offers excitement and entertainment for the whole family
Homburg – historic old town
Homburg is a charming small city in the Saarland region of south-west Germany. It’s about 25 miles west of Kaiserslautern. During the summer months concerts are held at the historical market place on weekends and public holidays.
As well as the historic old town with its cafes, restaurants and winebars, sights include the Schlossberg Höhlen (Schlossberg Caves), and the Roman Museum, or Römermuseum, an open-air museum which shows scenes from Roman-era life 2,000 years ago.
Walk Among the Tree Tops
Treetop Walks and Adventure Forests in Germany
The predominantly wooden, easily accessible treetop walks are built with the highest standards of architecture in a nature-friendly design.They integrate perfectly into the surrounding nature and enhance as an adventure destination. For visitors of all ages incomparable experiences of nature are created, complemented by educational and movement-oriented elements.
Heidelbergbahn News . . .
Heidelberg funicular railways 2025 season
Following a comprehensive overhaul, the Heidelberg funicular railways are once again ready for operation and are starting the new season just in time for the Heidelberg Castle Spring Awakening Action Day. The overhaul work has been successfully completed. From March 29, the Heidelberger Bergbahnen will resume regular service and operate according to the summer timetable.
Amusement parks in Germany.
Amusement Parks Roll Out the Fun –
From roller coasters to shows to Lego blocks to nature walks, there’s lots to do outside.
Europe’s amusement parks open earlier and will stay open later this year. It will be a banner year as some parks celebrate anniversaries, while other parks open new rides. That’s not all. More parks are providing hotels and other on-site accommodations to make a trip to an amusement park a several day affair. Some also provide two-day passes and season passes at very reasonable rates.
Museum Embankment Festival – Frankfurt
Fireworks-museumsuferfest- © holger-ullmann
Cultural delights by the river – August, 28.08. – 30.08.2026.
Frankfurt am Main comes alive with its unique Museum Embankment Festival, one of Europe’s largest cultural festivals and delights visitors with a diverse programme.
The museums keep their doors open until late in the evening, offering special events and exhibitions. Along both banks of the Main, visitors can look forward to a varied programme of live performances: regional artists, international live acts, DJs, bands and promising newcomers create a lively atmosphere, a club-like vibe and top-class entertainment.
Numerous stalls showcase high-quality arts and crafts as well as culinary specialities from all over the world. A particular highlight is the dragon boat races – the second oldest of their kind in Germany – during which the River Main itself becomes a competition arena. Other programme highlights, such as the Antiquarian Book Mile, the Art Meadow, the Organ and Choir Mile, and “Klang im Kloster”, invite visitors to explore and linger.
The event culminates in spectacular fashion with an impressive musical fireworks display (30.08.2026, 10:00 pm), which bathes the skyline in a sparkling sea of colour with thousands of lights.
Opening Times
- Friday 03:00 pm – 01:00 am – End of Stage Programme: 00:00 am
- Saturday 11:00 am – 01:00 am – End of Stage Programme: 00:00 am
- Sunday 11:00 am – 00:00 am – End of Stage Programme: 10:00 pm
- Fireworks: 10:00 pm
Location: Schaumainkai, 60596 Frankfurt am Main
Mainz Rhine Prom. Flea & Antiques market
(c) Landeshauptstadt Mainz.
Antiques, bric-a-brac, useful items and perhaps the one or other long-sought collector’s item can be found at the stalls, which may only be operated by private participants. This is what makes the Mainz flea market so special.
The exact dates for the Mainz Flea Market 2026 are not yet available. They are expected to be announced on the City of Mainz website, www.mainz.de, starting in February 2026. Generally, the market takes place from April to October on the first and third Saturday of the month, and from November to March only on the third Saturday.
Mainz Summer in the City –
Concerts 2026