In June, Munich is a big stage: The Filmfest München and the open-air cinema “Kino, Mond & Sterne“ attract with creative cinematic art. The Tollwood Festival takes care of nature conservation – and concerts that last.
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Munich celebrates its 867th birthday! Under the motto “Spin right round again!“, the city center will be transformed into a celebration mile on 13 and 14 June 2026. There will be an exciting program of traditional highlights such as the craftsmen's village on Odeonsplatz, a Ferris wheel on Wittelsbacherplatz for a great view and, of course, music, music, music on all the stages. Celebrate with us!
Münchner Stadtgeburtstag, 13 and 14 June 2026, Old Town
The Tollwood Festival in the Olympiapark stands for summery lightness – and this year, from 22 June to 13 July 2026, serious topics will again be on the agenda: Tolerance, diversity of cultures, fair animal husbandry and a sustainable approach to nature, which is also lived out at the festival. People from all over the world chat at wooden tables and green hills over beer and international organic food. Famous musicians play jazz, rock or pop in the circus tents. There are also unusual theatre productions and fascinating performances by artists and acrobats. All this is surrounded by the stands of the “Market of Ideas“, where all kinds of handicrafts are offered for sale.
Tollwood, 22 June 22 to 13 July 2026, Olympiapark Süd
People love summer in Munich – no wonder when you think of the many bathing lakes, beer gardens and mountain trips just waiting to be experienced here. Twelve things you should be sure to try during the hot season!
For many Munich residents, the film festival is one of the highlights of the year. International stars come to the city and discuss current topics, the film business and themselves at world premieres. From 26 June to 5 July 2026, cineastes will go to the city's cinemas day and night to experience original versions of independent and Hollywood films from numerous countries.
Munich Film Festival, 26 June to 5 July 2026, different locations
The Munich Opera Festival will take place from 18 June to 31 July 2026 to close the season. With opera premieres, ballets, concerts and recitals, the Bavarian State Opera presents an extensive festival programme that ranges from baroque - with George Frideric Handel's “Alcina“ as the festival premiere in the Prinzregententheater - to opera classics from the 19th century and contemporary music theatre.
Munich Opera Festival, 18 June to 31 July 2026, Nationaltheater
Every June the Glockenbachviertel is particularly colourful. Here and at Marienplatz, heterosexuals, gays and lesbians celebrate “Christopher Street Day“ on 27 and 28 June 2026 with a parade and big street party. This will all take place as part of PrideWeeks, which will be in Munich from June 14 to 29, 2025! There are many highlights and it is well worth taking a look at the extensive programme!
CSD Munich, 27 and 28 June 2026, Marienplatz and Glockenbachviertel
It's not only the people of Munich who love it: The Midnightbazar is a regularly flea market that always opens its doors in the afternoon or in the evening. So that visitors feel well entertained while searching for treasures, live music and street food is also provided. Since 2025, the night flea market has been held at its new location in the old Paketposthalle (parcel post hall) on Friedenheimer Brücke.
Midnightbazar, dates 2026 follow, old Paketposthalle (parcel post hall) on Friedenheimer Brücke
For romantic evenings, the somewhat more contemplative summer open-air “Kino, Mond & Sterne“ on the Seebühne in the Westpark has plenty in store. On picnic blankets and the warm stone steps of the semicircular amphitheatre, guests can experience classics such as “Drive“ from June to September in convivial company, laugh together at successful dialogues, hope with their film heroes or sing well-known melodies together in the choir – sometimes even in the summer rain.
Kino, Mond & Sterne, dates 2026 follow, Seebühne (lake stage) in Westpark
At the Residence Serenade, visitors can enjoy masterpieces of classical music for beginners and aficionados during one-hour concerts by the Residence Soloists, made up of members of Munich's top orchestras. The programme includes works by Bach, Vivaldi, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert. The historical atmosphere of the Hofkapelle, where Mozart also gave concerts, transports the audience back to times long past in harmony with the music.
Residence Serenade, 6 June 2026, Hofkapelle der Residenz
They made music history a quarter of a century ago with their debut album “Hybrid Theory“, and with more than 130 million records sold, they are one of the most successful and influential bands of the 21st century. In 2026, Linkin Park will continue their monumental “From Zero World Tour“ and come to the Allianz Arena for two open air shows on 11 and 12 June 2026.
Linkin Park, 11 and 12 June 20026, Allianz Arena
Even the young Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart made music at Schloss Nymphenburg – so it's fitting that the Nymphenburg Palace Concerts have been taking place in this fantastic setting for over ten years. Baroque and classical artists perform every month in the Hubertussaal in the north wing of the palace. At the “Dinner & Concert“, you can combine the concert evening with a three-course meal in the neighbouring Schweige Palace Restaurant.
Nymphenburger Schlosskonzerte, dates 2026 follow, Hubertussaal in Nymphenburg Palace
He is a blues legend and Italy's most internationally successful musician. He has topped the album charts in his home country thirteen times, sold more than 60 million records worldwide and won gold and platinum awards. Now singer and songwriter Zucchero is returning to Munich on 21 June 2026 as part of his new world tour.
Zucchero, 21 June 2026, Olympic Hall
You can find a well curated selection on Munich - City of Music.
In 2026, the Kinder-Kultur-Sommer-Festival will once again take place at the Alte Messe, around the “Schneckenplatz“ on Theresienhöhe. Together they will play, hammer, do sports, film, research, print, programme and much more. The festival is a participatory project in many ways, both in its genesis - it consists of many contributions from various institutions, clubs and organisations - and in its implementation.
Kinder-Kultur-Sommer-Festival, 12 to 14 June 2026, Alte Messe
Barbecuing on the Isar reminds you just how great it is to be alive. On warm summer evenings, people flock to the river in their thousands. The banks are jam-packed all the way up and down stream. Since its renaturisation, many locals see the Isar as their second home. It's a place where they can relax, enjoy the sunshine, meet their friends, grab a beer or bite to eat. And it’s incredibly simple, too. The only things you need to spend the evening at the Isar after a hard day’s work is a picnic basket full of treats, a blanket and a barbecue. You can find a handy single-use version of the latter at petrol stations and supermarkets. It’s important to take care when picking your spot. While picnics are allowed almost anywhere along the Isar, barbecues are not. In the city centre area, the section known as Flaucher, to the south of Brudermühlbrücke bridge, is the only part that allows barbecues. The second BBQ zone stretches around the island near Oberföhring in northern Munich. Security guards keep an eye out and issue fines to anyone in breach of the rules. If you are unsure whether barbecues are allowed, you can check the City of Munich’s free Isar app, which contains a wealth of information. The BBQ areas also have large bins where you can empty your charcoal.
Grainau’s Midsummer Night bonfire is one of the finest in the entire Alpine region. Every year, locals from the village of Grainau light their fires in the mountains on the evening of June 23. Before the fires are lit, young men from the village ascend the mountain, building fires on peaks, ridges and ledges. As darkness begins to descend, Waxenstein ridge slowly transforms into one long chain of lights. The mountain appears to light up, looking almost as if it’s engulfed in flames. While this is going on, the young men start their descent back down to the valley, using flares and headlamps to light their way in the dark. These bonfires can be traced back to a pagan ritual performed on June 23 for thousands of years. This is the day when the night is at its shortest and the day at its longest. These days, the fires are lit in honour of a saint. On June 24, Catholics remember John the Baptist, which is why the bonfires are known Johannifeuer (St John’s Fire).
The southern part of Munich is home to lots of trees and water – the ideal destination for a bike tour, particularly in hot weather. Menterschwaige is a popular finishing point for tours. This beer garden and its canopy of chestnut trees is located directly above the Isar river so it is pretty easy to find. Simply follow the Isar southwards out of the city centre, past the Tierpark (zoo), Flaucher park and power station. Menterschwaige is directly opposite the statue of the Isar raftsman on the eastern banks of the Isar. There are several paths leading to the beer garden. If you're not quite ready for a break, cross over Menterschwaigstrasse and Schmorellplatz to Geiselgaststeigstrasse. This road leads you past Perlacher Forest, which is also a nice place for a detour. The smaller forest paths have been gravelled and there are a few larger tarmacked paths. If you decide to stick to Geiselgaststeigstrasse and go north instead, you can either stop at Harlachinger Jagdschlössl (a former castle-turned-restaurant with its own beer fountain) or Harlachinger Einkehr, a restaurant on a hill above the zoo. From here, a path will lead you back down to the Isar. Many underground stations or S-Bahn stations have MVG bikes available to rent (provided by the local transport network). There is also a number of private rental agencies.
Tip: You can book a guided bicycle tour through the city and the Englischer Garten with us. The experienced guide will show you Munich's most important sights – rental bike and city map are included!
A detailed calendar of events can be found here.
