The weekend is sacred to us all and we want to make it as pleasant as possible in Munich. Of course, a metropolis like Munich offers an impressive variety of things to do all year round, but what are the highlights of this weekend? We’ll let you know every week so that you don’t miss out on any great events!
Tollwood Summer Festival
A summer festival is not just about relaxed light-heartedness, it can also deal with serious topics. Tollwood in the Olympiapark demonstrates this: it’s all about tolerance, cultural diversity, fair animal husbandry and a sustainable approach to nature. Meet people from all over the world and experience famous musicians from the worlds of jazz, rock and pop.
📍 Location: Olympic Park South
📅 Date: until July 20, Friday from 14:00, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00. Market closes at 11:30 pm, gastro until 1:00 am
💶 Price information: depending on the event, from 7.50 euros
Experience the fate of the Titanic up close
Full speed ahead – in the middle of Munich! Go on board what is probably the most famous ship in history. “The Legend of the Titanic” uses state-of-the-art Metaverse technology, impressive 360º projections, interactive content and virtual reality to take you on an immersive journey through time into the glamorous yet tragic world of the ocean liner. Experience everyday life on board, feel the atmosphere of the last hours before the Titanic sank – and become part of a story that still moves us today.
📍 Location: Parcel post hall
🎫 Info and tickets
Cultural beach on the Isar
The Kulturstrand is open again: Until September 15, you can once again enjoy the beach feeling in the middle of Munich every day. Look forward to a program of music, sports and other events in a relaxed beach atmosphere! Every weekend, different DJs will be spinning the best music to get you in the holiday mood you deserve.
📍 Location: Vater-Rhein-Brunnen, 80469 Munich
📅 Date: Friday – Saturday, 17:00 – 22:00
💶Price information: Admission free
Lesbian street festival Munich
Pride in Munich is just around the corner and a number of events are already being organized to mark the occasion: The Lesbian Street Festival is taking place for the fourth time this weekend. This is where the LGBTIQ* community celebrates equal love and acceptance for all people on Stephansplatz. Come along and experience the party: music, food and drink will be provided.
📍 Location: Stephansplatz
📅 Date: Saturday, from 3:00 pm
💶 Price information: Admission free
Menzinga wine festival
The Menzinga Winzerfest is taking place in Munich for the first time. First-class wines from five winegrowers from Franconia, Baden, Burgenland, Rheingau and the Palatinate will be presented to you on site. Have you always wanted to try yourself as a wine taster? Seize the opportunity! Of course, there will also be gastronomic offerings and live music. The event will be opened by the German Wine Queen.
📍 Venue: Zehentstadel & Carlhäusl Obermenzing
📅 Date: Friday, from 15:00, Saturday from 12:00
💶 Price information: Admission free
Cooling off in a lake
What better way to beat the heat in Munich than to get out of the city and jump into a cool lake? We have picked out the best swimming lakes in Upper Bavaria for you and give you a whole list of possible locations for your swimming fun. If a lake is too far away, you can also find refreshment in Munich itself: A number of attractions await you in the city’s most beautiful outdoor pools. These include a newly opened natural pool in Schwabing, which offers you that lake feeling in the big city.
📍Location: various locations in Munich and the surrounding area
⌚Opening times: usually daily until 20:00
💶 Price information: depending on location
Immersive adventure trip for the whole family
Looking for a family experience? On a weekend trip to the Studio of Wonders, you and your little ones can immerse yourselves in infinity rooms and optical illusions. Be enchanted by fascinating illusions and discover unique backdrops that are perfect for unforgettable photos – this special experience is guaranteed to be one to remember.
📍Venue: Hofstatt (basement), Sendlinger Str. 10, 80331 Munich
⌚Opening times: Friday from 11:00 – 18:30, Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 – 18:30
💶Price information: Varies depending on ticket selection