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Seasonal Events and Festivals in Germany

Get the most out of your time in Germany and find out what German events and festivals are happening during your visit. You'll discover that there is much more going on than just Oktoberfest; there are local city fests throughout the summer, wine festivals in fall, Christmas markets in winter, and carnival parades in early spring. This page also gives you information about art, music and film festivals in Germany.

Spending the Holidays in Germany

Traveling to Germany during holiday season? Find out how Germany celebrates the holiday season, from German Christmas markets, to German Christmas traditions, German Christmas holidays, and other events during the holiday season in Germany 2009.

The Best Festivals in Germany

Overview of the best festivals and events in Germany in 2010.

Guide to the New Year's Eve Party in Berlin

Visitor's Guide to the New Year's Eve Party at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, the biggest open-air New Year's Eve celebration in the world.

Easter in Germany

Find out how Easter is celebrated in Germany and learn about German Easter traditions and customs.

Celebrate Carnival in Germany - Karneval, Fasching

Want to join the carnival parades and costume balls in Germany? Find out when, where, and how carnival is celebrated in Germany.

Berlin International Film Festival in February

Event profile of the Berlin International Film Festival, which takes place every February in Berlin.

Oberammergau Passion Play 2010

Guide to the 2010 Passion Play in Oberammergau, which takes place every ten years; including dates of the performances, history about the play, fascinating facts about the production, and Oberammergau travel tips.

Frankfurt Book Fair

Profile of the Frankfurt Book Fair 2009, including information on dates, opening hours, directions, tickets, and Frankfurt travel tips.

Carnival of Cultures - Berlin's Multicultural Summer Festival

Information on Berlin's Carnival of Cultures, an open-air summer festival and street parade.

World Championships in Athletics in Berlin in 2009

Berlin is host to the 12th World Championships in Athletics in August 2009. Learn all about this mega sports events and get helpful visitor's tips.

Easter Services in Germany 2009

Find out when and where to attend a traditional Easter service in Germany.

Easter in Germany - Dates

Find out when to celebrate Easter in Germany; Easter Dates in Germany for 2009, 2010, 2011, and beyond.

Carnival in Germany - Dates

Check out the carnival dates in Germany and join the colorful celebrations, street parades, and costume balls.

Top 10 Berlinale Film Festival Tips

Visiting the Berlin Film Fest? Make the most of your Berlinale with our tips.

German Holidays and Celebrations

Get an overview of the main German holidays, and read about traditions, rituals and food associated with these celebrations.

The Biggest Wine Festival in The World

The biggest wine festival in the world is the Wurstmarkt in Bad Dürkheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. This website tells you everything you need to know about this famous wine festival which takes place in September and is over 590 years old.
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