When hundreds of people gather to listen to music at Max-Joseph-Platz in Munich, sitting on picnic blankets, cushions or simply on the ground, it creates a very special atmosphere: casual, rapt and joyful.
The Münchner Opernfestspiele (Munich Opera Festival) will take place from June 22 to July 31, 2027. The festival has organised “Opera for All“ every year since 1990. A current opera production by the Bayerische Staatsoper (Bavarian State Opera) is broadcast live from the Nationaltheater (theatre) on a large screen, usually on Max-Joseph-Platz (square) or Marstallplatz (square). Admission is free, tickets are not required.
“Opera for All“ gives a wide audience access to classical music and an opera experience, even without a visit to the opera house. The event is aimed at young and old. Both those interested in opera and people coming into contact with classical music for the first time are very welcome. The square is open to the public and you are welcome to bring your own seating such as picnic blankets.
And so it will be in 2027: “Opera for all“ has been an integral part of the Opera Festival for over 20 years. On July 17, 2027, enthusiastic opera fans will once again gather on Max-Joseph-Platz in front of the Nationaltheater, equipped with picnic baskets and blankets, to watch the free live broadcast of Wagner’s “Das Rheingold”. The opera is transmitted live from the Nationaltheater to the square from 8 pm.
In addition to the opera broadcast in summer, the “Opera for All“: BMW Classics Concert takes place once a year. Unlike the summer event, it is usually held in the autumn at different venues. More infos coming soon.
With changing venues in different regions of Bavaria, the “Opera for All“: BMW Classics Concert enables people beyond Munich to experience the Bayerische Staatsoper live.
Tickets for the paid programme of the Munich Opera Festival 2027 with music theatre, ballet and concerts are available here. The processing of ticket orders for the 2027 Opera Festival began on February 1, 2027. If demand exceeds the number of tickets available, the decision will be made by drawing lots.
