Temperatures are cooler, the days are noticeably shorter, and life is slowing down a bit again. After an exciting summer filled with festivals and open-air events, the city is gradually slowing down again. But that doesn’t mean fall in Munich has to be boring ! From fun at the Volksfest to pumpkin festivals and Halloween parties, there are plenty of fun activities you can enjoy over the next few months.
Visit a folk festival
Fall is Oktoberfest season. In Munich, of course, the Wiesn is especially popular and offers a huge selection of rides, food stalls, and beer tents. Here you can really let loose and celebrate! But there are also many wonderful festivals in the Munich area where you’ll have just as much fun—and which are far less crowded than Oktoberfest. And, of course, the Auer Dult is back once again with its fall edition at Mariahilfplatz.
Let’s get cozy! Instead of partying all day outdoors at festivals, why not curl up indoors by candlelight? Thanks to Candlelight, you still don’t have to miss out on the concert experience. Listen to the greatest hits of your favorite artists in classical arrangements. The light from hundreds of candles bathes the impressive concert venues in a warm glow, creating a romantic, autumnal atmosphere. Just the right activity for fall in Munich!
Fall in Munich is the perfect time for long walks. The mild temperatures won’t make you sweat or freeze. The colorful leaves rustle under your feet, and the low-hanging sun bathes everything in a golden light. Whether along the Isar, through the city’s parks, or against the majestic backdrop of a castle, Munich offers many beautiful walking routes to explore this time of year.
Binge-read a good book
If the weather isn’t suitable for a walk, you can make yourself cozy within the comfort of your own home. But instead of spending more time in front of a screen right now, you should pick up a good book. While it’s cold and wet outside and the rain is pelting against your window, you can get comfortable and lose yourself completely in the story. And if you do feel like getting out of the house, you can visit one of Munich’s libraries or take your book with you to a café.
Celebrating Halloween
Fall isn’t just a time for coziness—it’s also a time for spooky fun. At the end of October, Halloween —the spookiest day of the year—awaits us once again,and there are tons of ways you can spend the day. Watch a horror movie at home, go to a Halloween party, or take a spooky tour through the city. If you’re still looking for ideas, check out the following page for inspiration on what to do in Munich on Halloween.
Pumpkins are as much a part of fall as ice cream is of summer. Of course, you can just pop into the nearest supermarket and buy one there. But it’s much nicer to combine a simple shopping trip with an outing to a pumpkin patch. There, you’ll not only have a wider selection of varieties, but you can also shop for other pumpkin products on-site or sample delicious treats made with the vegetable. Pumpkin exhibitions — like the ones at Hofis or Kaltenberg Castle— are especially fun , where you can enjoy culinary delights as well as hands-on activities such as pumpkin carving or corn mazes.
If you want to forget about fall in Munich for a while, embark on an enchanting journey into the world of the Grimm fairy tales. Sparkling costumes and graceful choreography await you at the Ballet of Lights, which presents the story of Sleeping Beauty in a whole new way. This combination of classical ballet and modern technology unfolds a very special magic before your eyes, allowing you to immerse yourself completely in the performance.
Sipping on autumn drinks
While Aperol Spritz and iced matcha lattes are all the rage in the summer, it’s now time once again for warming drinks. At the top of the list, of course, is the Pumpkin Spice Latte, which you can now order again at every coffee shop. But golden milk or good old-fashioned hot chocolate are also ideal for an autumn visit to a café. And if you’d like to take a culinary trip to Germany’s wine regions, pick up a bottle of Federweißer or Sauser from the supermarket and enjoy it in true style with a piece of Flammkuchen.
