The best events Germany has to offer throughout the year

Throughout the year, many interesting events take place in Germany that will make your vacation unforgettable. Why not take a trip? Rent a car, visit an event of your choice, and enjoy unforgettable experiences.

Rhein in Flammen

The fireworks spectacle, which takes place from May to September at various locations along the Rhine, has become a true crowd magnet. The Rhine becomes a beautiful backdrop, made even more spectacular by illuminated ships and nighttime fireworks. One of the places you can visit this year is the Middle Rhine Valley, where the largest ship parade in Europe takes place from Spay to Koblenz on the second Saturday in August. You can ride on one of the ships or stay in one of the cities to admire the spectacle.

Reeperbahn Festival in Hamburg

The Reeperbahn was once notorious as a red-light district, but now it lends its name to one of the largest club music festivals. For a few days at the end of September, there are hundreds of concerts, with a musical range from hip-hop to jazz. It is the perfect place to discover newcomers and emerging talents and has quickly become one of the most popular music festivals in Germany.

Oktoberfest in Munich

The legendary Oktoberfest in Munich is often copied in other countries, but nowhere else is it as good as the original in Munich. Almost 7 million liters of beer are consumed, and a hundred oxen are roasted. There are also countless roast chickens, sausages, and giant pretzels. The mouth-watering smell is noticeable from afar. Despite its name, the festival begins in mid-September and lasts 16 to 18 days. The lively festival offers plenty of music and dance, where lederhosen and dirndls are a must. Simply unforgettable.

Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg

During the pre-Christmas season, you are spoiled for choice across Germany: countless Christmas markets attract people with mulled wine and Christmas decorations. The most beautiful of them is the Christkindlesmarkt in medieval Nuremberg. The Christkindlesmarkt opens at the beginning of Advent and runs until Christmas Eve. The market has a history of at least 400 years and has become a true feast for the senses. Nowadays, the stalls are located near St. Sebald Church and the historic town hall on the centrally located main market. Nuremberg is known for its gingerbread in all possible variations. Sausages are also on the menu. Of course, there is plenty of mulled wine, and the famous Nuremberg Feuerzangenbowle is not to be missed. The name comes from the tongs used to hold a rum-soaked sugar cube that drips burning into the punch.

But the market offers more than just food. You can also buy wonderful souvenirs that you can enjoy for a long time. There is handmade Christmas decoration for your tree and regionally produced wool clothing.

North of the Christkindlesmarkt is the Partner Cities Market. After World War II, Nuremberg sought to promote international understanding and unity. This market is the result of collaboration with artisans from many other countries. Here you will find bead jewelry from China, carpets from Turkey, matryoshkas from Ukraine, and much more.

Cologne Carnival

Every country celebrates carnival, and the most famous in Germany is in beautiful Cologne. In the days before Lent, Cologne hosts one of the largest street festivals in Europe. The biggest parade takes place on Rose Monday with beautiful costumes and colorful floats. On other days, there are many smaller parades as well as music and comedy events. Many locals also wear costumes and masks during this time.

Spargelfest in Beelitz

The asparagus festivals in Germany are still somewhat of an insider tip. The asparagus season runs from mid-April to mid-June. Asparagus is known as the king of vegetables. In most asparagus-growing regions, there are museums and festivals dedicated to this special vegetable.

You can visit a single festival or several along a route. The famous Beelitz Asparagus Festival is only an hour’s drive from Berlin, so you can combine it with a visit to the German capital, which offers a variety of museums and beautiful parks.

Beelitz is a historic town in the Potsdam-Mittelmark district in Brandenburg. It is known for the finest white asparagus. Traditionally, it is steamed and served with tongs so that the spears do not break. It is eaten with hollandaise sauce, a few early potatoes, and a little ham. The spears are usually eaten with fingers, as it is said that cutlery spoils the taste. The asparagus season coincides with the strawberry season, so you can round off your meal with a delicious bowl of strawberries. The asparagus festival also always includes music and dance.

And if you are already in Beelitz, you should also visit the beautiful abandoned sanatorium. The building has become a popular tourist attraction and features a beautiful treetop path that invites you to take a walk.