Your Munich weekend: Must-dos & insider tips

The Christkindl Tram is back on the road this weekend and will take you on a festive city tour through Munich. Over mulled wine, punch and gingerbread, you will ride through the old town to the sound of Christmas music, passing sights such as the Isartor, the Maximilianeum and the National Theater. The streetcar itself is decorated with fir greenery and Christmas tree baubles to create the right atmosphere. You can take the 30-minute round trip from Sendlinger Tor every Advent weekend. You can also get tickets here or reserve them online in advance from MVG.

Lumagica – Carnival of Lights

Perfect for your Munich weekend: A romantic evening or a family-friendly trip to a paradise of lights. Enter a magical paradise of lights with “Lumagica” at CAVALLUNA Park Munich, where over 300 handmade light installations will enchant you. Until January 25, you can stroll along the sparkling path of lights, discover numerous photo spots and create unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now with a 20% Black Friday discount here!

If you would like to send a few personal greetings for Christmas, then you should drop by the writing workshop at the Gasteig this weekend. Whether it’s cards, poems or a short story, you’ll learn how to do it here. Get creative, express your inner voice and craft beautiful little gifts or treasures for yourself.

This weekend, all of Munich’s Christmas markets are open for the first time and you’ll be spoiled for choice as to which one you’d like to visit first. Let the beautiful decorations put you in a pre-Christmas mood and buy your first presents. Taste your way through the numerous delicacies and take part in the diverse supporting programs offered by Munich’s Christmas markets.

Embark on a musical journey of a different kind with Candlelight! Experience the hits of your favorite musicians in a classic reinterpretation. Whether you’re a fan of great artists such as Adele, Queen and Coldplay or a lover of a particular genre such as rock or hip hop, Candlelight has something for everyone. The atmospheric locations bathed in the light of hundreds of candles create a magical atmosphere that will truly enchant you. Ready for goosebump moments at the weekend? Then head to the next candlelight concert!

Get a retro feeling at Backstage this weekend! At the St. Nicholas Run, you can do your laps on roller skates to the hits of the 70s and 80s, soul and funk. Feel like Saturday Night Fever while you dance under the big disco ball. You don’t need your own roller skates, there is a rental shop on site.

This weekend, the Midnight Bazar will be transformed into a creative, hands-on Christmas market. The indoor winter wonderland at Friedenheimer Brücke opens on all Advent weekends, from November 28 to December 21, 2025, on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. to midnight with free admission. Here you will find handmade treasures, upcycling designs and sustainable gift ideas. In keeping with the motto “Don’t waste, reuse!”, there is also a second-hand area where you can give your favorite items a second life. The offer is rounded off with street food, drinks, music and hands-on workshops. Specials include the Latino Christmas Market on December 5 and the Filipino Christmas Market from December 19 to 21.

A new immersive exhibition opens its doors in Munich. Immerse yourself in the mind of Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh and experience first-hand how he spent his final years. Experience how his art comes to life in 360° projections and spatial sound installations and embark on a museum visit of a different kind.

Every Sunday during the ice skating season, you can learn ice dancing at Prinze. Move across the ice to waltz and tango and try out this different kind of ballroom dancing. The warm-up always starts at 09:30, after which you will be taught the steps and finally dance. In addition to classic couple dances, you will also be taught the Munich Dipferl, in which you skate across the ice in small steps as a human chain. The lessons are free of charge and take place in almost any weather. You should be able to move safely forwards and backwards on skates.

Probably everyone knows the cult film Pretty Woman starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere and especially its theme song. Experience the story of the unequal couple Vivian and Edward as a musical full of heart, humor and a little melancholy. Be inspired by the great singing and dancing and experience Pretty Woman like never before.

The Roncalli Circus is currently back in Munich and will delight young and old alike with its new ARTistART program. In this program, elements of artists such as Frida Kahlo and Picasso are brought into the circus ring and incorporated into the performances. This weekend is the last opportunity for you to experience the spectacular acrobatic performances and funny comedy acts live.

Friends of techno and EDM will get their money’s worth at the Contact Festival this weekend. There will be five stages for you to enjoy, so variety is guaranteed. For a whole 14 hours, you can rave to the sound of 30 different artists , including Basswell, Holy Priest and Nico Moreno. The festival runs from 3 p.m. to 5 a.m. at the Zenith and will get you going with music and a light show.