28 Jun 2019 – 30 Jun 2019
Elbhangfest 2019
Music, dance, outdoor art installations, games—over 200 events in picturesque villages and Baroque villas in meadowlands along the Elbe. 28 – 30 June 2019.
Dresden’s year always culminates with the Striezelmarkt — at nearly 600 years old, Europe’s biggest and oldest Christmas market — and the New Year celebrations. But it’s a busy year until then and after with top international music festivals, frolics along the river and even some glitzy competitive dance. Here are the six best dates to put in the diary.
- 7 Sep 2019 – 8 Sep 2019
Federweißerfest 2019
A relaxed festival in amazing gardens nestling under the very vines that produce it. 7-8 Sept. 2019. Free admission.
- 23 Oct 2019 – 24 Nov 2019
Jazztage Dresden I Dresden Jazz Days 2019
As the weather gets colder, the sounds get hotter at Dresden's stylish festival showcasing international jazz. 23 Oct – 24 Nov 2019. Tickets by venue.
- 9 Nov 2019 – 11 Nov 2019
World DanceSport Federation Open 2019
Get your cha cha heels on and head for this massive dance off to see who will go forward towards the World Championships. 9-11 November 2019. Venue/tickets TBC.
- 27 Nov 2019 – 24 Dec 2019
Dresden Striezelmarkt 2019
Nearly 600 years old, it's one of Europe's oldest Christmas markets that has gone to lengths to keep the stalls very traditional. 27 Nov – 24 Dec 2019. Free.
- 7 Feb 2020
SemperOpernball 2020
Enjoy the spectacle outside or join the exclusive company at Dresden's most glamorous annual charity ball and awards. 7 Feb 2020. Free + special tickets.