What’s on in Frankfurt

Christmas Fair photo

Christmas Fair

Late November and December

Throughout the old city centre, but predominantly at Römerberg

The Frankfurt Christmas Market is one of the biggest and oldest in Germany, dating back to the 14th century. Traditionally, Germans used to buy all their decorations, seasonal food…

Christmas Fair

Late November and December

Throughout the old city centre, but predominantly at Römerberg

The Frankfurt Christmas Market is one of the biggest and oldest in Germany, dating back to the 14th century. Traditionally, Germans used to buy all their decorations, seasonal foodstuffs and children's presents solely from the market. The entire old town centre transforms into a festive, beautiful marketplace, where the scent of roasted chestnuts, mulled wine, gingerbread and baked apples mix with the sounds of Christmas tunes in the crisp winter air. The fair also offers concerts, games and plenty of arts and crafts, from creative candles to carved wooden toys, and traditional Frankfurt specialities such as apple wine soap, slippers and traditional tree ornaments.

Museum Quay Festival (Museumsuferfest) photo

Museum Quay Festival (Museumsuferfest)

25 August 2024

Schaumainkai Quay, or Museumsufer

The spectacular festival of art and culture on the banks of the Maine River is one of Frankfurt's most popular outdoor attractions and arguably the city's most popular festival. Al…

Museum Quay Festival (Museumsuferfest)

25 August 2024

Schaumainkai Quay, or Museumsufer

The spectacular festival of art and culture on the banks of the Maine River is one of Frankfurt's most popular outdoor attractions and arguably the city's most popular festival. All the museums put up special exhibitions and offer deals to the public during the weekend of the festival. The Museumsuferfest attracts international artists and musicians, with stages showcasing great music and numerous world-class exhibitions. Stalls along the picturesque riverside offer a wide variety of food and drink, making this festival a fun culinary experience as well. There are many accompanying events organised around the festival including workshops, lectures and debates. A fireworks display on the last evening brings the festival to a close.

Frankfurt Book Fair photo

Frankfurt Book Fair

16 — 20 October 2024

Frankfurt am Main

The Frankfurt Book Fair is the largest in the world, receiving visitors and book dealers from more than 100 countries. Largely focused around trade, distribution and selling, it ca…

Frankfurt Book Fair

16 — 20 October 2024

Frankfurt am Main

The Frankfurt Book Fair is the largest in the world, receiving visitors and book dealers from more than 100 countries. Largely focused around trade, distribution and selling, it carries a heritage of some 500 years under its belt. Fittingly, Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press just outside Frankfurt in the town of Mainz, and the first fair was held by local publishers shortly afterwards. The festivities include many lectures, workshops and conferences, as well as book signings and discussions. This is a great event for industry professionals but also for fans who come to meet their favourite authors and enjoy the colourful literary atmosphere.

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