Top-Events 2026
12 Events You Shouldn’t Miss in Munich in 2026
A new year means new highlights – and Munich has plenty to offer in 2026. From traditional festivals and open-air events to international concerts and iconic celebrations, the city promises unforgettable experiences all year round. Here are 12 top events that will definitely make your Munich trip special!
Munich Event Calendar 2026
- Lumagica & Winter Highlights in January - Light parks, ice skating rinks and winter events across the city
- Carnival Parades & Parties in February - Colorful carnival celebrations all around Munich
- Strong Beer Festivals in March - Traditional, bold and sociable Bavarian beer culture
- Munich Spring Festival (Frühlingsfest) – April 17 – May 10, Theresienwiese
- Kulturstrand & the Start of the Open-Air Summer - From May along the Isar River
- Munich Film Festival & Tollwood Summer Festival - Late June through July
- 868th Munich City Birthday – June 13–14, city center with a full program of events
- Munich Film Festival – June 26 – July 5, cinema screenings throughout the city
- Mega Summer Concerts: Foo Fighters, The Weeknd, Helene Fischer & more – major shows at Allianz Arena and Olympiapark
- Munich Open Air Summer & Sommernachtstraum - Music-filled summer events in iconic outdoor locations
- Oktoberfest 2026 – September 19 – October 4, Theresienwiese
- Kirchweihdult & Other Autumn Events - Traditional markets and festivals in October
Bonus-Events:
- Open-Air Cinema at Olympiasee (August)
- Major Sports & Cultural Events at Olympiapark – Throughout the year
- Trade Fair Highlights (e.g. TrendSet, E-Bike Days, IFAT) – Perfect for professionals and curious visitors alike
Public Holidays in Munich & Bavaria – 2026
Plan your trip smartly with these official public holidays in Bavaria:
- January 1, 2026 (Thu) – New Year’s Day
- January 6, 2026 (Tue) – Epiphany
- April 3, 2026 (Fri) – Good Friday
- April 6, 2026 (Mon) – Easter Monday
- May 1, 2026 (Fri) – Labour Day
- May 14, 2026 (Thu) – Ascension Day
- May 25, 2026 (Mon) – Whit Monday
- June 4, 2026 (Thu) – Corpus Christi
- August 15, 2026 (Sat) – Assumption Day
- October 3, 2026 (Sat) – German Unity Day
- November 1, 2026 (Sun) – All Saints’ Day
- December 25, 2026 (Fri) – Christmas Day
- December 26, 2026 (Sat) – St. Stephen’s Day / Second Christmas Day
Many of these dates are perfect for long weekends and city breaks .
