Historic Easter Fair
April
The countryside comes to Leipzig in April for five days of historic celebrations. Expect to see Easter lambs, jugglers, actors and musicians in traditional dress, and discover how people in Germany used to do trade.
Classic Open
August
Held at the beginning of every August since 1995, this lively summer festival focuses around a stage in front of Opera Leipzig at the Augustusplatz. It features live music, recordings and plenty of stalls selling scrumptious local produce and takeaway food.
Mendelssohn Festival
September
The life of Leipzig native Felix Mendelssohn is celebrated in this annual event, which comprises a series of concerts, exhibitions and workshops across the city.
Leipziger Opernball
October
Rub shoulders with the Leipzig glitterati at the annual Leipzig Opera Ball, an all-out extravaganza which attracts over 2,000 guests and sees famous politicians, sportspeople and entertainers jet into the city from all over the world.
Leipzig Christmas Market
November-December
More than 250 stalls grace the city’s historic market square during the run-up to Christmas. Expect fairy lights, singing choirboys, organ music and all the usual festive razzmatazz.