Events in Germany

New Year's Day 4k Fun Run
Berlin
January 2008

There is no better way to shake out the New Year cobwebs, then by taking part in a four kilometer run through Brandenburg Gate in sub-zero temperatures. The Fun Run is an annual event that is open to participants of all ages and skill sets. Donations benefit UNICEF.

New Year's Concert
Frankfurt
January 2008

Enjoy a night at the Alte Oper and take part of the traditional New Year's Concert. The concert will feature a performance from Junge Deutsche Philharmonie, also known as the Young German Philharmonic.

The 465 Steps of Berlin
Berlin
January 2008

This annual event started in 2001 and is modeled after the annual run up the Empire State Building in New York. This race has competitors running up the 465 stairs to the top of the Germany's highest residential building, the Ideal-Hochhaus.

Berlin Six Day Race
Berlin
January 2008

This annual cycling event takes place on the tracks of Berlin's Velodrom and will challenge competitors' skill, stamina and endurance. There are more then 70,000 spectators expected to be on hand to watch the many cycling races this event has to offer.

The Great Art Exhibition
Munich
January - March 2008

This contemporary art exhibition features works from the New Munich Artists' Association, the New Group and the Munich Secession and provides an open forum young artists to showcase their works and to discuss ideas.

Frankfurt Carnival
Frankfurt
February 2008

Join the locals at city center in celebration for the end of winter at the Frankfurt Carnival. This traditional carnival has been in existence dating back to the 14th century.

Going Underground
Berlin
January - February 2008

This event takes place in Berlin's Underground system and shows selected short films without sound while traveling on Berlin's U-Bahn wagons. There will be fourteen international short films featured throughout the city during this week.

Carnival Parade
Berlin
February 2008

The annual Berlin carnival brings music, color, and dancing to the streets of Berlin. Here you will find traditional costumes such as witches, clowns and jesters. This event provides plenty of fun and entertainment for all ages.

Spandau Spring Festival
Berlin
March 2008

This funfair has it all, from roller coasters to exciting water rides, go-karts and event spooky ghost trains to keep the kids entertained. The festival also showcases some of the finest German beers with an evening fireworks display.

Night of the Jumps
Berlin
March - April 2008

This event features gravity defying stunts and tricks that will amaze all motorbike fans. So if you are looking for high flying entertainment, head to the IFMXF Night of the Jumps.

Fine Art Fair Frankfurt
Frankfurt
April 2008

The Fine Art Fair Frankfurt is one premier art showcases for artists around the world. If you are a fan of fine arts, then be sure to attend this event hosted at the city's Messe complex.

Henning Tower Race
Frankfurt
May 2008

The Henning Tower race is one of the largest cycling races in all of Europe and is also Germany's longest running professional cycling competition. The race starts and finishes at the Henning Tower in Frankfurt and covers 206km through Frankfurt and the Taunus hills.

Rhine in Flames
Bonn
May 2008

Rhine in Flames features a crazy pyrotechnic spectacle in the skies above picturesque towns that run along the Rhine River. A blue flare also lights up all the castles and palaces the run along the river.

Hildener Jazz Festival
Hilden
May 2008

In the city of Hilden, just outside of Frankfurt, the annual Hildener Jazz Festival takes place. The festival features a line up that will play a wide variety of traditional and contemporary jazz in venues throughout Hilden.

Street Music Festival
Leipzig
June 2008

Music and street art of all types help to create a wonderful atmosphere during the annual Street Music Festival, where street corners are turned into stages features local musicians, street artists and performers.