Strong beer festivals in some of the traditional taverns of the city and St. Patrick's Day: March in Munich has all kinds of events. And then there is the official start of spring – and with it the time for the first visit to a beer garden of the year!
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Traditionally, strong beer is drunk in Bavaria during Lent between Ash Wednesday and Easter. So every year March gets off to a very cheerful, sociable and Munich start, as the Paulaner brewery hosts its legendary Starkbierfest, which expresses the local attitude to life and is as much a part of the city as the Oktoberfest. Together, people drink strong beer to brass music, talk a lot and have fun, simply enjoying life. Since time immemorial, the people of Munich have made a pilgrimage to the “mountain“ during Lent, more precisely to the Nockherberg in Giesing. There are several festivals in and around the city – but this one is cult and the original. Because the strong beer was invented on the Nockherberg and is called “Salvator“, by the way. The highlight of the Starkbier festival is the Salvator rehearsal with the so-called politician derblecken in the form of a Lenten sermon and a musical comedy.
Strong beer festival on the Nockherberg, dates 2027 TBA, 2026, Nockherberg
During the strong beer festival the strong beer can be tasted in the Augustiner-Keller storage cellar, where beer was once stored and is drunk today. The vaults made of rough red bricks, the rustic wooden benches and, last but not least, the huge old lager barrels create a unique atmosphere. At strong beer time, the old lager cellar becomes a place of pilgrimage for all friends of the “Augustiner Maximator“, who are already eagerly awaiting the quaffable dark doppelbock from the Augustiner brewery after the winter. Strong beer festivals are also held on the ground floor of the Augustiner-Keller.
Strong beer festival in the Augustiner-Keller, dates 2027 TBA, Augustiner-Keller
You can find the dates for more strong beer festivals in Munich here.
In line with the nationwide motto “100% human dignity. Together against racism and right-wing extremism“, the state capital of Munich is once again setting its own tone. With this year's focus on “Racism of the extreme right and its resonance in mainstream society“, the aim is to consciously counter exclusionary statements about who supposedly belongs to our society and who does not. As a museum that naturally embraces cultural diversity and sees diversity as an enrichment, the Museum Fünf Kontinente (Museum of Five Continents) is participating in this year's action days with four events. Together with the public, we want to take a stand for a diverse, democratic and anti-discriminatory urban society in our guided tours and workshops.
The International Weeks Against Racism, dates 2027 TBA, Museum Fünf Kontinente
The Munich Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a parade. Flag bearers, sports clubs, traditional costume clubs and folklore societies will start at Münchner Freiheit and march the 2.5 km route along Leopoldstrasse and Ludwigstrasse to Odeonsplatz.
St. Patrick's Day Parade, March 13, 2027, Leopold- and Ludwigstrasse, Odeonsplatz
Already warmed up in the shower and ready for an unforgettable musical evening? ‘SingAlong’, the big sing-along event, invites you to a shared experience where hundreds of people sing familiar and popular hits. The lyrics are clearly displayed on a large screen, and each event has a special theme – from 90s classics to festive Christmas carols. The carefully curated song selection and on-site moderation guarantee a unique sing-along experience for all tastes.
SingAlong, date 2027 TBA, Filmcasino
The Ehrlich Brothers are taking their audience on the most spectacular journey they have ever created, across four shows. In their secret magic workshop, a whole new dimension of magic is currently taking shape – featuring unique illusions, breathtaking effects and moments you’ll never forget! A once-in-a-lifetime experience for the whole family!
Ehrlich Brothers, March 12 to 14, 2027, Olympiahalle
The two-hour film programme shows people who love the sea – and do everything they can to preserve this unique habitat. Now in its twelfth year, the INTERNATIONAL OCEAN FILM TOUR once again presents a distinctive mix of films about water sports, adventure and nature conservation. With each edition, the tour delivers exciting stories, inspiration and unforgettable food for thought on the subject of the sea.
International Ocean Film Tour, dates 2027 TBA, as well as other dates, Rio Filmpalast and Alte Kongresshalle
Following the cinema success of the Ostwind film series, the story is coming to the stage of a tent palace as a live experience for the first time. The horse show tells the story of the first film in a production specially developed for the live format. The focus is on the emotional interaction between humans and horses, the themes of freedom, trust, and responsibility, and a visual setting. Around 30 horses participate as equal partners in the action and are an integral part of the story being told.
Ostwind live, dates 2027 TBA, Olympia-Reitanlage München-Riem
The Isarflux Music Festival is organised entirely by the Gasteig’s trainees and attracts a large young audience. The trainees plan the Isarflux Festival from start to finish themselves every year: from selecting and booking the artists, to stage and lighting technology, right through to marketing – everything is in their hands.
Isarflux Festival, March 28, 2027, Gasteig HP8
One Vision of Queen feat. Marc Martel brings the legendary rock band Queen’s greatest hits to Munich this evening and is regarded as one of the most spectacular tribute shows in the world. With his extraordinary voice, reminiscent of Freddie Mercury, and an energetic live band, Marc Martel creates a thrilling concert experience featuring rock classics, great ballads and a nostalgic stage atmosphere.
One Vision of Queen, March 2, 2027, Olympiahalle
Australian multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana will be performing in Munich on 22 March 2027, thrilling audiences with her distinctive blend of psychedelic rock, soul, reggae and loops. With her impressive stage presence, virtuoso live performances and hypnotic soundscapes, the concert promises to be an intense and atmospheric musical experience.
Tash Sultana, March 22, 2027, Olympiahalle
You can find a well curated selection on Munich - City of Music.
Running until spring 2027, the exhibition at the Lenbachhaus explores how art responds to the transformation and endangerment of natural habitats and living environments. Drawing on historical works, the exhibition examines how landscapes, plants and environmental phenomena are depicted, and what role images play in the face of climate change, loss and memory.
What may vanish becomes image, until spring 2027, Lenbachhaus
‘Between and Beyond. The Expanded Pictorial Space’ runs until August 2027, showcasing works from the collection dating from 1960 onwards, and explores how artists have redefined the classical concepts of image and space. Featuring works by artists including Dan Flavin, Lucio Fontana, Joseph Beuys and Rosemarie Trockel, the exhibition demonstrates how, since the 1960s, art has increasingly incorporated the exhibition space, the viewer’s perception and social processes into the artwork.
Between and Beyond, until August 28, 2027, Pinakothek der Moderne
What's in store for the little ones at the children's crime festival, which has its “crime scenes“ in the beautiful, winding Seidl Villa in Schwabing, in several city libraries and even in the Munich Marionettentheater (puppet theatre). What happened? Forensics, an investigation file and a detective's identity card put all crime thrillers on the right track.
Kinder-Krimifest, dates 2027 TBA, 2026, Seidl-Villa and other venues
The “Kuckuck – Theatre for beginners” is likely to be just as exciting. It will take place in the Schauburg in Schwabing district, in the Elly Heuss-Knapp Protestant Family Educational Institution between Karlsplatz-Stachus and Sendlinger Tor and at other venues. At performances for the very youngest, children can experience the fascinating world of theater with all their senses.
Kuckuck, March 5 to 15, 2027, Schauburg, Elly Heuss-Knapp Evangelical Family Educational Centre and other venues
All children who want to try their hand at dancing, singing, drumming and various other instruments are cordially invited to this two-day music festival at Gasteig HP8. From picture book readings for the little ones to join in, musical detective stories for children aged 5 and up and power dancing for teenagers, there is something for everyone. The motto of this year's music festival is “Sounds of the whole world“. Tickets from 2.50 Euro.
“The Gasteig is buzzing!“, March 12 & 13,2027, Gasteig HP8
At “Garten München“, southern Germany's largest indoor garden fair, spring is in full bloom. You'll find lots of highlights to look at and take home and get tips on garden design, garden equipment and design, travel and literature as well as competent advice and information. It makes you want to get started right away and make your garden, balcony or terrace even more beautiful.
Garten München, March 10 to 14, 2027, Trade Fair Center Messe München
At the International Crafts Fair, the meeting place for trade visitors and end consumers, everything revolves around building, modernising and renovating. The topics of living and lifestyle, kitchens and food, crafts and design also take up a lot of space. If you want to be inspired or are looking for concrete tips and information, this is the place to be.
Internationale Handwerksmesse together with Handwerk & Design, March 10 to 14, 2027, Trade Fair Center Messe München
An overview of trade fairs with important information on dates, locations and thematic focuses can be found here.
The Isar is not only there for swimming: in fact, the city river is home to many fish such as trout, perch, pike, carp and eel. No wonder that March of all months is Munich's Fish Month. Firstly, this is when the closed season for most species ends, including brown trout and char. Secondly, the weeks before Easter are considered to be Lent, during which one renounces meat according to Catholic custom. Especially on Good Friday, the climax and conclusion of Lent, fish should therefore be put on the plate. Every reputable inn with Bavarian cuisine then has fish on the menu: for example the Bachmair Hofbräu in Leopoldstraße or the Wirtshaus zum Isartal in Brudermühlstraße. If you are looking for traditional fish dishes from Franconia, you will find them at Gasthaus Siebenbrunn at the Tierpark Hellabrunn (zoo): There you can get baked carp. A real speciality.
Just as you sit in street cafés in Paris in spring, you meet the people of Munich in the beer garden. The first cool measure in which the first rays of sunshine break, should not only be photographed, but also heralds a new attitude to life in the city. From now on summer is within reach. Since with so many beautiful beer gardens it is usually hard to decide where to start, our typology will help you find out which one is the right one. Beer garden beginners are well advised with our tips – you can usually bring your own food, but you should not necessarily order a “beer“.
You can find a detailed calendar of events here.
