https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Germany in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Whether you prefer music festivals, jousting, e-sports or watching fireworks over the river with a glass of wine in hand, August in Germany offers something for everyone. Here are nine of the best events taking place across the country. https://www.thelocal.de/20250723/whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-in-august-2026 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:35:24 +0200 whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-in-august-2026 Whether you find yourself watching fireworks over the Rhine, wandering through a medieval market or taking part in a parade through Berlin, July is a month that rewards curiosity. https://www.thelocal.de/20260629/whats-on-in-germany-ten-unmissable-events-in-july-2026 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:24:26 +0200 whats-on-in-germany-ten-unmissable-events-in-july-2026 Whether you're supporting your home team, Deutschland or you're simply along for the ride, here's how you can catch the action from the 2026 football World Cup from Germany. https://www.thelocal.de/20260602/how-to-watch-the-2026-mens-football-world-cup-from-germany Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:52:53 +0200 how-to-watch-the-2026-mens-football-world-cup-from-germany From world‑class festivals to local celebrations and long weekends, June brings music, culture and community across Germany – alongside one of its most distinctive regional public holidays. https://www.thelocal.de/20260528/whats-on-in-germany-eight-unmissable-events-in-june-2026 Thu, 28 May 2026 11:23:57 +0200 whats-on-in-germany-eight-unmissable-events-in-june-2026 From street parades and fireworks to art weekends, food festivals and more bank holidays than you can shake a stick at – May in Germany is all about shorts, t-shirts and long lunches in the sun. https://www.thelocal.de/20260428/whats-on-in-germany-ten-unmissable-events-in-may-2026 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:53:32 +0200 whats-on-in-germany-ten-unmissable-events-in-may-2026 As spring moves toward summer, parks and open spaces around Germany become the site of loud and wild 'open-airs'. Here's your guide to the outdoor day parties to catch this year, and a few tips for making the most of them. https://www.thelocal.de/20260424/the-ultimate-guide-to-germanys-open-air-parties-in-2026 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:17:33 +0200 the-ultimate-guide-to-germanys-open-air-parties-in-2026 Germany’s music festival season gets underway in late April and May with an eclectic mix of springtime events. Many of these are smaller, more personal gatherings that reward curiosity and a sense of adventure. https://www.thelocal.de/20260410/six-uniquely-german-music-festivals-you-wont-want-to-miss-in-spring-2026 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:30:37 +0200 six-uniquely-german-music-festivals-you-wont-want-to-miss-in-spring-2026 From handmade crafts to sweet treats and entertainment, Germany's Easter and spring markets are a great way to gather with people and make the most of spring. https://www.thelocal.de/20260325/where-to-find-germanys-easter-and-spring-markets Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:41:46 +0100 where-to-find-germanys-easter-and-spring-markets In Germany, Good Friday, or 'Karfreitag' is a designated silent holiday. Here's a look at what's allowed and what's not, and what you can still get up to on the public holiday. https://www.thelocal.de/20260402/are-laughing-and-dancing-really-forbidden-in-germany-on-good-friday Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:49:41 +0200 are-laughing-and-dancing-really-forbidden-in-germany-on-good-friday From cherry blossoms and white asparagus to rock festivals, folk fairs and folklore, April in Germany is packed with reasons to get out and explore – whatever the weather decides to do. https://www.thelocal.de/20260329/ten-unmissable-events-happening-in-germany-in-april-2026 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:00:56 +0200 ten-unmissable-events-happening-in-germany-in-april-2026 As an Indian living in Canada, Ashwyn Singh explores the immigration experience in his comedy. Ahead of his next show in Berlin, he shares his perception of Germans, what he still wants to do in the capital city and more. https://www.thelocal.de/20260316/germans-speak-less-but-they-laugh-the-same-a-touring-comedian-shares-his-hopes-for-berlin Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:08:02 +0100 germans-speak-less-but-they-laugh-the-same-a-touring-comedian-shares-his-hopes-for-berlin As the world prepares to mark St Patrick’s Day, here's where you can get in on the action in Germany. https://www.thelocal.de/20240315/where-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day-in-germany-2 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:10:17 +0100 where-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day-in-germany-2 As the days get longer and temperatures rise, people in Germany look forward to getting out and about again. Here's our pick of the best events to help you defrost and shake off the winter blues. https://www.thelocal.de/20260226/whats-on-in-germany-seven-unmissable-events-this-march Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:56:01 +0100 whats-on-in-germany-seven-unmissable-events-this-march The Islamic holy festival of Ramadan begins on the evening of February 18th. From a light display in Frankfurt to an interfaith dinner in Nuremberg, and gatherings in Cologne, here's how people in Germany are celebrating. https://www.thelocal.de/20260218/how-muslims-in-germany-are-celebrating-ramadan-in-2026 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:15:37 +0100 how-muslims-in-germany-are-celebrating-ramadan-in-2026 February in Germany offers a dazzling array of experiences. Whether you fancy floating through a surreal world of soap bubbles in Berlin or watching hot air balloons soar above snowy Alpine lakes, there's something to brighten every winter day. https://www.thelocal.de/20260122/whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-this-february Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:44:09 +0100 whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-this-february The excitement of New Year’s Eve may be over but there’s no need to lock the doors for the rest of January, with a rich selection of great events to look forward to around the country. https://www.thelocal.de/20260102/eight-unmissable-events-in-germany-in-january-2026 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:11:55 +0100 eight-unmissable-events-in-germany-in-january-2026 December in Germany is a magical time – twinkling fairy lights, bustling Christmas markets and a calendar packed with cultural treats. https://www.thelocal.de/20251128/whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-this-december Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:59:57 +0100 whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-this-december It may still be November but Christmas markets are already opening up. Here's when Germany's best known festive markets, as well as a few smaller quirky ones, are set to open. https://www.thelocal.de/20251113/when-are-germanys-christmas-markets-opening-in-2025 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:05:31 +0100 when-are-germanys-christmas-markets-opening-in-2025 Whether you’re an art lover, music enthusiast, sports fan or simply looking to immerse yourself in German traditions, here are some of the best and biggest events taking place in November 2025. https://www.thelocal.de/20251028/whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-this-november Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:11:45 +0100 whats-on-in-germany-nine-unmissable-events-this-november From family friendly events to hardcore frights and serious party nights, our roundup of the best Halloween events from around Germany has something for everyone. https://www.thelocal.de/20251023/nine-unmissable-halloween-events-in-germany Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:35:43 +0200 nine-unmissable-halloween-events-in-germany