Concerts & Music Events in Munich 2026

Experience stars live. In 2026, Munich will become a meeting place for music fans from all over the world. International superstars and leading national acts will shake arenas and stadiums and create unforgettable live moments.
From spectacular stadium concerts and festivals to emotional live performances, the concert year offers an impressive variety of musical styles. Music fans can look forward to real highlights. These concerts are among the absolute must-see events of the year:
Overview
February 2026
Coopers' dance, traditionally accompanied by brass music
A special highlight of the carnival season is the Munich coopers' dance. This centuries-old tradition takes place only once every seven years. From January 6 until Shrove Tuesday, the dancers move through Munich accompanied by a brass band and delight audiences with their performances.
The coopers' dance is a traditional guild dance of the barrel makers and consists of several roles: dancers and lead dancers, barrel strikers, and hoop twirlers, who together present an impressive spectacle shaped by history.

25.02. Eros Ramazzotti
02/26 Herbert Grönemeyer
March 2026
04.03. Florence + The Machine
12.03. Ben Sugar
April 2026
17.04. - 10.05. 60th anniversary of the Spring Festival on the Theresienwiese
To mark its 60th anniversary, the popular folk festival on the Theresienwiese will exceptionally run for three weeks, from April 17 to May 10, 2026. Often referred to as the “little Oktoberfest,” visitors can expect two festival tents, more than 100 showpeople, and numerous highlights.In 2026, particular emphasis is being placed on family-friendliness, including an additional family day with discounted prices and a so-called “stroll day” with a free supporting program.
27.04. 5 Seconds of Summer
Event tip
21–30 April: Literature Festival The Munich Literature Festival will take place for the 16th time in 2026. The festival is organized by Literaturhaus München in cooperation with the Cultural Department of the City of Munich.The focus is the “Forum” program, which creates space for exciting discussions, literary perspectives, and artistic exchange. With readings, talks, and debates, the festival brings together authors, cultural professionals, and audiences.
29.04. Michael Patrick Kelly
May 2026
09.05. Long Night of Music
17.05. Eric Clapton
16.05. Sportfreunde Stiller
June 2026
Tip for football fans
11 June – 19 July: FIFA World Cup During the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, selected venues in Munich will invite fans to public viewing events.
19.06. - 19.07. Tollwood Summer Festival
The Tollwood Festival is one of the cultural highlights of Munich's summer. In the Music Arena, the large concert tent, national and international newcomers as well as well-known music legends perform every evening. The program is complemented by extraordinary theater productions, impressive performances, and a wide-ranging musical offering from jazz and rock to pop and world music.