Aside from its magnificent museums, fabulous nightlife, and famous beer, Munich is also known for its many exciting events. The capital of Bavaria has festivals, celebrations, and spectacles all year round. If you’re interested in discovering what the city has to offer, we have you covered. In this article, we’ll share with you 7 highly awaited 2023 Munich events.
So before booking your trip to Munich, read on and find out when’s the best time to visit and which event best matches your interest.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade (March 12)
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a fairly new tradition in Munich. In fact, it only started in 1996 when some Irish people organized an event for only 200 attendees. 3,000 eventually ended up showing up and the rest, as they say, is history.
Today, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade has become one of the biggest multicultural celebrations in Munich. Volunteer organizations and sponsors continue to organize the parade and festivities each year to honor Ireland’s national saint. Kilians Irish Pub, Irish Pub Dubliner, Lokal Kennedys Bar and Restaurant, and other Irish pubs in Munich also host parties.
Happening this March 12, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is easily among the most highly anticipated 2023 Munich events. Meanwhile, other scheduled events include a Pre-Parade Party, Irish Night, and an After-Parade Party.
If you love Irish food, drinks and music, you should definitely check out these events!
Dido and Aeneas by Purcell and Erwartung by Schonberg (July 22)
Aida by Verdi (July 23)
Tristan und Isolde by Wagner (July 24)
Recital by Jonas Kaufmann (July 25)
Don Carlo by Verdi (July 28)
Oktoberfest 2023 (September 16 to October 3)
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Of course, no list of 2023 Munich events is ever complete without the world’s largest and most popular beer festival: Oktoberfest attracts about 6 million visitors, consuming around 7.5 million litres of beer each year. It’s a party like no other for sure!
Another fun fact: The beer served at Oktoberfest is specifically brewed for the event. It’s also extra strong because it contains about 6% alcohol.
So if you’re visiting Munich and are planning to taste its famous beer, do it during Oktoberfest for the best experience. Meanwhile, parents bringing their kids along should know that Oktoberfest is also family-friendly. The event features over 80 rides and many activities, so it’s always a lot of fun for everyone.
Be sure to wear traditional outfits (leather lederhosen for men and dirndl for women) when you attend – although it’s not mandatory!
Christkindlmarkt (November 27 to December 24)
Christmas is an exciting time in Munich because of this popular tradition. The Christkindlmarkt (Christmas market) started way back in the 14th century and was initially called Nikolausmarkt at the time. The name was later changed to Christkindlmarkt in the 19th century, and since 1972 has been held at the Marienplatz city square.
Today, locals and tourists have made the Christmas market a big part of their holidays. Aside from all the foods and goods sold at the event, the giant Christmas tree lit by around 2,500 lights brings the festive atmosphere to the next level. It’s clearly the ultimate destination for yuletide shopping when you’re in the capital of Bavaria.
Conclusion
Sounds pretty fun, right? So regardless of when you’re planning to come over, know that Munich always has something exciting for visitors of all ages. Plan your trip well in advance if you’re hoping to make the most of your stay by attending one – or several – of Munich’s many festivities!
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Munich — Germany’s lifestyle capital. The beautiful Bavarian city has something for everyone, whether you want to enjoy a peaceful and tranquil vacation there or
Munich — Germany’s lifestyle capital. The beautiful Bavarian city has something for everyone, whether you want to enjoy a peaceful and tranquil vacation there or
