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Munich Art & Design Market

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The Munich Art and Design Market serves as a marketplace for emerging creative talents, featuring over 130 exhibitors from Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic. These exhibitors display and sell a diverse range of unique products such as fashion, jewellery, lifestyle items, accessories, photography, art, graphics, and product and furniture design. Additionally, attendees can participate in workshops, enjoy live performances, and sample creative culinary experiences.

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Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest

Starting in the second half of September and spanning 16 days, Munich’s Theresienwiese transforms into something that might seem like the world’s largest fun fair. The Oktoberfest is primarily a beer festival, yet it also features numerous stalls, events, and exciting attractions to explore. Don’t miss the Bavaria statue and the Hall of Fame sitting on the hill overlooking the Theresienwiese. The Bavaria is considered the first colossal sculpture of the Modern Age, while the Hall of Fame is an impressive columned hall built to honour significant figures from Bavaria.
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Magdalenenfest

Magdalenenfest

The Magdalenenfest, which takes place in Hirschgarten, is an insider’s tip among Munich Fairs. Situated in an idyllic location in the park and directly beside one of the largest beer gardens in the city. It offers around 35 fairground stalls for visitors to enjoy and 25 market traders, who hold a select range of goods from saucepans to wickerwork. Visitors can feast on pork sausages or Steckerlfisch, which is grilled fish on a small stick. This tradition dates back to 1728, making this fair a very attractive option, particularly for families.
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MCBW — Munich Creative Business Week

MCBW — Munich Creative Business Week

MCBW, or the Munich Creative Business Week, serves as a platform for showcasing innovation, design, and sustainability. Through conferences, symposiums, workshops, and other events, MCBW presents new products, big ideas, and sustainable trends. It facilitates business contacts, knowledge exchange, and discussions among participants from both corporate and design sectors. Each year, MCBW focuses on contemporary societal trends, emphasising the importance of design in driving positive change.
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Munich Art & Design Market

Munich Art & Design Market

The Munich Art and Design Market serves as a marketplace for emerging creative talents, featuring over 130 exhibitors from Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic. These exhibitors display and sell a diverse range of unique products such as fashion, jewellery, lifestyle items, accessories, photography, art, graphics, and product and furniture design. Additionally, attendees can participate in workshops, enjoy live performances, and sample creative culinary experiences.
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Christopher Street Day

Christopher Street Day

Christopher Street Day, or CSD, is an annual European Pride celebration and demonstration held in various cities across Europe for the rights of LGBTIQ+ people, and against discrimination and exclusion. The Pride Week takes place every summer, transforming the city into a vibrant display of colour. The festivities include a parade featuring colourful floats and an open-air street festival around Marienplatz and the town hall. Last but not least, it's advisable to check the dates in advance for most events in Munich if you plan to attend.
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Munich's Advent Spectacle & Medieval Christmas Fair

Munich's Advent Spectacle & Medieval Christmas Fair

The Medieval Christmas Fair at Wittelsbacherplatz transports you back to a bygone era during the festive season. In the midst of all that medieval flair, you'll come across more than just Santa and angels. Picture gallant knights, graceful noblewomen, and even humble squires wandering about. The fair features a colourful array of entertainers including jugglers, minstrels, and artisans. Market stalls offer traditional oven-fresh bread, suckling pig, flatbread, and fresh pastries, along with wine, and mulled punch made from time-honoured recipes.
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Auer Dult Pottery Market

Auer Dult Pottery Market

The Auer Dulten are traditional fairs held at Mariahilfplatz square in Munich. They take place for nine days, three times a year, offering food, drink, shopping, or simply a leisurely stroll. Dating back to medieval times, the market retains the character of a folk festival. It covers approximately 22,000 square metres of fairground, creating an island of fun and cosy atmosphere in the heart of the city. The May Dult kicks off towards the end of April, followed by the Jakobi Dult in the last week of July, and the Kirchweih Dult in mid-October.
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Town Foundation Festival

Town Foundation Festival

Munich traces its origins back to the 8th century, originating from a small monastic settlement. Over the centuries, the city has commemorated its history with a two-day festival held at Marienplatz. The annual Stadtgründungsfest, usually held in June, welcomes both citizens and visitors with a variety of attractions. Highlights include live performances by musicians, dancers, and artists on a dedicated stage, a crafts market showcasing local artisans, and a designated area for children's activities.
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Tollwood Summer Festival

Tollwood Summer Festival

For 26 days in summer, Tollwood invites visitors to the Olympiapark for music, culture or just to stroll over the colourful Market of Ideas. On the festival grounds, they will meet fascinating theatre and performance groups and from the tents you’ll enjoy live music from all over the world. At the Musik-Arena, Tollwood presents German and international newcomers and music legends. Over 70% of all performances, which range from music and theatre to environmental activities or children’s entertainment, are free.
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