Nuremberg: immerse yourself in the city

Art, music and shopping: in autumn.

In autumn, Nuremberg isn’t just a place to visit – it’s a place to experience. Once the major summer events are over, the city centre becomes a stage for countless encounters, both big and small: Tradition and the present day, art and music, markets and shopping are all just a few steps apart.

“Cosmic Chill”: Relaxation under the starry sky.

This autumn and winter, the Planetarium’s “Cosmic Chill” series once again invites you to leave the stresses of everyday life behind and relax in a unique atmosphere. On Monday 19 October 2026 at 6.30 pm, the series kicks off with Yoga Nidra and deep relaxation in the Planetarium’s armchairs. On Friday 6 November at 3.00 pm, family yoga will be offered for children aged 5 to 10 and their accompanying adults. On Monday 9 November at 6.30 pm, mindful breathing exercises and visualisations beneath the dome will help you find peace. The sessions last 60 and 75 minutes respectively and are led by yoga teachers from Nuremberg. Places can be booked online at planetarium.nuernberg.de. The participation fee for the first and third sessions is 13 euros, or 10 euros with a concession. The family yoga session costs 10 euros, or 7 euros with a concession.

Strolling through the neighbourhoods, exploring and shopping

The city centre itself will also form part of the autumn programme. The late-night shopping event on 24 October 2026 and an arts and crafts market on 10 October 2026 invite visitors to discover Nuremberg’s shopping streets and neighbourhoods beyond the classic sights. 

International art meets Nuremberg’s history

The fact that Nuremberg is also a hub for international contemporary art in autumn is demonstrated by the exhibition by the American artist Alexandra Grant at the Neues Museum Nürnberg. Entitled ‘One Star Is Enough to Believe in the Light’, the exhibition runs until 11 October 2026. Grant translates literary texts into images and, for this exhibition, has engaged intensively with Nuremberg and its literary history. This creates a special connection between international art and the place where it is displayed. Visitors can combine their museum visit with a stroll through the city centre, a detour to the Handwerkerhof, or a spot of shopping and dining.

The Dürer House exhibits Albrecht Dürer’s iron etchings

This instalment of the ‘Original Dürer!’ series focuses on Albrecht Dürer’s experiments with what was then a new artistic technique: iron etching. All six of Dürer’s iron etchings from the Graphic Arts Collection of the City of Nuremberg are on display. As an additional highlight, the only surviving etching plate by Dürer in the world is on show. The exhibition runs from Friday 16 October 2026 until 14 February 2027 on the third floor of the Albrecht Dürer House, Albrecht-Dürer-Straße 39.

Sounds like Nuremberg: pop, jazz and new cultural venues

In October and November, the city takes on a different rhythm. At the Nuremberg Pop Festival, running from 8 to 10 October 2026, music, art and culture enthusiasts gather at various venues across the city centre. The festival is regarded as one of the most important club and showcase festivals in southern Germany. This is followed by another musical highlight: the NUEJAZZ Festival, which takes place from 24 October to 15 November 2026. The festival has developed into a renowned jazz festival in Germany and brings international and national artists to Nuremberg.

Guitar concert in the Hirsvogel Hall

Russian guitar virtuoso Dimitri Lavrentiev will showcase his talent in the ‘Freedom’ concert on Saturday 10 October 2026 at 8 pm in the Hirsvogel Hall at the Tucherschloss Museum, Treibberg 6.

One autumn weekend, many facets

Anyone visiting Nuremberg in autumn doesn’t have to choose just one event. Many attractions are within easy reach of one another. The day can begin at the market, continue through the historic old town and offer a fresh perspective on familiar sights during a guided tour. Afterwards, you can pop into a shop or gallery, a museum or a café. In the evening, the city walk can turn into a concert, a late-night shopping spree or an evening out at one of the numerous cultural and dining venues.

It is precisely this mix that makes Nuremberg’s autumn so appealing: it offers the chance to get to know the city through its many smaller venues. Visitors can not only see the sights, but also immerse themselves in Nuremberg’s everyday life, culture, traditions and way of life.