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From epic fireworks to sunrise dance parties, Munich has plenty to offer this weekend! Sadly though, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows because it’s also the final weekend for many of the city’s most popular summer events, like Tollwood and the Franconian Wine Festival.
Read on for a roundup of amazing things to do in Munich this weekend!
Münchner Sommernachtstraum
Germany’s largest fireworks show is back for more this Saturday with live performances and a dazzling fireworks spectacle set to epic music from famous films, so yes, you can expect loads of Hans Zimmer. There are still plenty of tickets available. More details on the full event schedule here!
When: Saturday, July 20, 2019
Where: Olympiapark
Cost: Click here for more details on tickets.
Brunnenfest at the Hofbräuhaus
Take advantage of cheap 3 euro half Maßes at the Hofbräuhaus this Saturday, where they’ll be celebrating their Brunnenfest in their breezy beer garden. Best of all? Profits go to a good cause – the Bunte Münchner Kindl organization by Petra Reiter. Click here for more details.
When: Saturday, July 20, 2019
Where: Hofbräuhaus
Georgenstraßenfest
If it’s a street party you’re after – this year’s Georgenstraßenfest has you covered with live music, street food and lots of fun activities. Click here for more info.
When: Saturday, July 20, 2019
Where: Georgenstraße – between Winzerer- and Schleißheimerstraße
Kocherlball
One of Munich’s most adorable annual dance parties will make its grand return this Sunday at the Chinese Tower and it’s a special one too – the event will be celebrating its 30th anniversary! The origins of the Kocherlball are simple: back in the 1800s, servants and workers would meet at dawn to dance and celebrate because they had no other free time during the day. The tradition was re-introduced in 1989 as an annual event, and now here we are about to go for another round. Click here for more details.
When: Sunday, July 21, 2019 from 6am-10am
Where: The Chinese Tower in the English Garden
Japanfest
After dancing the morning away, be sure to stay around the English Garden for Japanfest, a free celebration of Japanese culture with plenty of live performances and fun activities to enjoy. Click here for more details on the full program.
When: Sunday, July 21, 2019 from 11am onwards (program starts at 12)
Where: The Japanese Tea House in the English Garden
Munich Franconian Wine Festival
Wine drinkers take note, it’s the final weekend that the Alter Hof will act as a wine paradise, with the Franconian wine festival serving up crisp Franconian wines with regional foods and live music to enjoy. Click here for more info.
When: July 5 – 21, 2019
Where: Alter Hof 1
Magdalenfest
It’s the last weekend for it, so don’t miss one of the city’s best kept festival secrets in Hirschgarten!The Magdalenfest is a tiny volksfest set in the heart of Hirschgarten, with rides, market stalls, and of course, BEER waiting for you amongst the sea of deer. If you’re looking for a fun and free kid-friendly activity to enjoy this weekend, look no further.
When: July 6 – 21, 2019
Where: Hirschgarten
Hofflohmärkte in Pasing
Hoping to nab some new treasures for a bargain? The summer Hofflohmärkte are back, with different communities hosting pop-up yard sales rain or shine. This weekend, there will be ones in different parts of Pasing all throughout the weekend. Click here for more info.
When: Friday, July 19, 2019 at 5pm (Pasing Süd-Ost)
Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 10am (Pasing Nord)
Sunday, July 21, 2019 at 11am (Pasing Süd-West)
Where: All around the neighbourhoods mentioned above
Tollwood Sommerfestival
Last but not least, it’s also the final weekend of Tollwood Sommerfestival. Watch live music, indulge in organic eats from around the world and take advantage of the packed program, all of course, with a socially conscious twist. Click here for more info.
When: June 26 – July 21, 2019
Where: Olympiapark Süd
Entrance: FREE! But certain shows/concerts are at an additional cost
