Munich Spring Festival
April – May
Regarded as Oktoberfest’s little sister, Theresienwiese plays host to this festival which may be smaller than its sibling but still offers a great time through its beer tents, live music and fairground rides.
City Foundation Festival
June
Two days of celebrations mark what is regarded as Munich’s birthday each year on June 14th. We may be a long way on from 1158 but the festivities continue in earnest in and around Marienplatz, with dancing, crafts and children’s entertainment all featuring.
Munich Opera Festival
June
Various venues across Munich help stage a world-class programme of opera and chamber music. The Bavarian State Opera run the event, and they use the festival to premiere new pieces of work.
Auer Dult
Various dates
Auer Dult events peculiarly take place three times per year, usually in April – May, July – August and October. Folk festivities, Bavarian food stalls and fairground rides accompany the markets that specialise in ceramics, porcelain and crockery.
Oktoberfest
September/October
Oktoberfest is a beer festival that really doesn't require any introduction. Despite its misleading moniker, it begins in September each year and heralds 16 days of revelry for locals and visitors alike, all enjoying the huge beer tents, musical shows and food stalls.