Between autumnal beauty and wintry anticipation: November in Munich enchants us with its red and gold leaves that transport us to an autumn wonderland and the increasing cold slowly but surely puts us in the mood for winter. The Christmas markets start at the end of this month and allow us to enjoy that pure Christmas feeling.
But even before that, there are great events in the Bavarian metropolis that will delight us with cultural, culinary and entertaining delights. We want to make sure that you don’t suffer from FOMO and have put together the 9 best things to do this month, which are also ideal for a nice family day out.
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Lumagica: an immersive park of lights
From November 15, Lumagica will transform Cavalluna Park into a sparkling winter wonderland. Over 300 light installations in the form of horses, carriages, unicorns and reindeer will adorn the park and invite you to take your loved ones on magical walks. Here, the eyes of young and old alike will light up and the anticipation of Christmas will reach its peak.
📌 Location: Cavalluna Park Munich, Hans-Jensen-Weg 3, 80939 Munich
2nd water sports festival
While it’s already a little too cold for outdoor sports, you can look forward to an exciting indoor activity next month: on November 10, the Water Sports Festival awaits you in the Olympic Sports Hall! You can look forward to an exciting program with various workshops, exciting activities and lots of fun – all about water sports. Here you have the opportunity to try out the latest water sports trends up close.
📌 Location: Munich Olympic Park, Coubertinpl. 1, 80809 Munich
3. a unique VR experience in the heart of the city
A narrative, but not a conventional one, but an ultra-modern and absolutely innovative one! In the pop-up exhibition “The Portal”, you can travel to the places of your imagination thanks to virtual reality – all from the comfort of a cozy armchair in Munich City Hall. Simply put on your VR glasses and let the Narrative XR whisk you away to new, fascinating worlds. Stories from distant spheres unfold before your eyes, whisking you away from everyday life and transporting you to breathtaking, eventful worlds.
📌 Location: Munich City Hall, Marienplatz 8
4th A sparkling ballet performance
Brighten up your November with the beauty of ballet: next month, you can look forward to very special ballet performances in Frankfurt with “We Call It Ballet”. This is not a conventional ballet, but an innovative production of the legendary “Sleeping Beauty” by Tchaikovsky. Professional ballerinas, wrapped in sparkling lights, conquer the stage of St. Matthew’s Church with graceful beauty and grace. Experience a poetic dance of lights that brings you closer to ballet in a whole new way.
📌 Location: St. Matthäus, Nußbaumstraße 1, 80336 Munich
4th Christmas market at Marienplatz
On November 25, the time has finally come again: the original Christmas market opens its doors: the Christmas market on Marienplatz! A festive atmosphere unfolds in the heart of the city, making the anticipation of Christmas palpable. The impressive backdrop of the New Town Hall gives the market a very special touch. Wrapped in the sparkling magic of lights, you can enjoy culinary delights – from fragrant gingerbread and roasted almonds to spicy bratwurst and mulled wine. You can also enjoy cultural performances, including rousing music and dance performances.
📌 Location: Marienplatz, 80331 Munich
5th Neon Brush
Embark on an inspiring neon journey and find your own muse! Neon Brush offers you the most exciting painting experience in Munich. In cold November, you can enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere while gently gliding your brush over the canvas and sipping a delicious drink. Whether beginner or Picasso follower – everyone is welcome at Neon Brush! A professional painter is on hand to help you with creative ideas and helpful advice.
📌 Location: MACHWERK – AtelierWerkstatt, Landberger Str.212 1st floor, 80687 Munich
6th Tollwood Winter Festival
As every year, the Tollwood Winter Festival will take place again this year. From 26 November to 23 December , the Olympic Park is transformed into an atmospheric Christmas market with a diverse program of art, music, theater and cabaret. The focus on sustainability and environmental awareness is also reflected in the gastronomic offerings, which include numerous organic and fair trade products. The cultural program impresses with a varied mix of live music, theater performances, acrobatics and performance art.
📌 Location: Theresienwiese, Matthias-Pschorr-Straße, 80336 Munich
7th Candlelight: Heart-warming candlelight evenings
A cozy candlelight concert with your favorite music – is there a better plan for the cold season? With a diverse selection of music to suit every taste and gorgeous venues to show you the city at its best, it really doesn’t get any better than this.
From Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons to the soulful songs of Adele and Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons ” – Candlelight presents it all in a classic version like you’ve never experienced before.
📌 Location: At various venues around the city
8th Fairytale Bazaar in the Olympic Park South
Let’s continue with a special highlight among the Christmas markets that start in Munich in November: the Märchenbazar. With its boho style and magical atmosphere, it clearly stands out from conventional Christmas markets. Instead of classic stalls, you can expect colorful circus tents and imaginative decorations from November 28. In addition to artistically designed stalls with handmade products, you will find alternative arts and crafts stalls that invite you to browse. The Märchenbazar’s cultural program will delight you with live music, cabaret, theater and acrobatics – an experience for the whole family.
📌 Location: Spiridon-Louis-Ring 100, 80809 Munich
9th The Munich Feuerzangenbowle
A real winter highlight this November in Munich: Munich‘ s Feuerzangenbowle, which starts on November 25 at Isartorplatz. At the center of this unique experience is a huge copper kettle in which the hot punch made from red wine, rum, sugar and spices is prepared over an open fire. A special highlight of the event is the screening of the classic film “Die Feuerzangenbowle”, which you can enjoy in comfort accompanied by your hot drink.
📌 Location: Isartor, 80331 Munich