Between autumnal beauty and wintry anticipation: November in Munich enchants us with its red-golden 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, great events are taking place in the Bavarian metropolis, providing us with cultural, culinary and entertaining delights. We want to make sure that you don’t suffer from FOMO and have put together the 10 best things to do this month, which are also ideal for a nice family day out.
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We Call It Ballet
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.
📌 Venue: St. Matthäus, Nußbaumstraße 1, 80336 Munich
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
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
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
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
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
The Munich Feuerzangenbowle
A real winter highlight in Munich is the Munich 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