Great events in the fall

You look out of the window, then at your watch.

And your mood plummets.

Shit.

It was still light at this time yesterday?

You think about the weather forecast, they’ve predicted rain for tomorrow.

You’d like to crawl under your comforter and miss this gloomy, dark time of year completely.

Damn, you think. Summer was so beautiful. Am I now locked up for fall and winter?

You’re desperate, angry and sad. It can’t be that life just stands still until spring!

Good news: It doesn’t.

We have some great tips for you on how to enjoy the fall.
Let’s go!

#1 Fall tips for Berlin

The capital and its surroundings have a lot to offer on fall days. We show you what exactly is going on in Berlin and the surrounding area in the fall.

Spreewiesn

Not only Munich can do Oktoberfest: at the Spreewiesn there is a huge fun! Put on your lederhosen or dirndl and throw yourself into the hustle and bustle. Oktoberfest hits from a live band, a pint of beer and a chicken – if you like Oktoberfest, you’ll get the full package here. 😂

On the way to the festival, you can treat yourself to the song of the same name by K.I.Z. and really get in the mood.

Open from September 14 to October 29
At the Postbahnhof near Ostbahnhof
Tickets can be ordered online

Berlin fall hype

There’s plenty of action at the Berlin Herbstrummel. Giant propellers, Pacific Rim, Break Dance, ghost train, mirror maze – no more quiet season. You can get your adrenaline pumping on over 70 rides. Have fun at the Berliner Herbstrummel!

September 20 – October 13
Wed – Thu: 2pm – 10pm / Fri – Sat: 2pm – 11pm / Sun & Oct 03: 1pm – 9pm
Central fairground Berlin / Admission free

Klaistow corn maze

On an incredible 25,000 m², you can immerse yourself in a corn maze full of puzzles. Quiz questions and hidden stamp stations ensure that you feel like Sherlock himself and have about an hour of fun in there.

If you go the extra mile, you can win vouchers for the farm store in the local competition.

Admission €2 for adults
Open daily from 10 am to 6 pm (until mid-October)

#2 Fall tips for Bonn

Hurray, hurray, fall is here! There’s reason to celebrate in Bonn, too, with these autumn highlights:

ONE WORLD FESTIVAL BONN 2024

Celebrate together and listen to live music from all over the world: What could be better on a fall afternoon? In the early afternoon, after a short welcome speech, a culture slam kicks off the line-up, followed by Colombian sounds and ragga, among others.

Information stands, interactive workshops, talks, readings and performance art will ensure that you stay on the move in fresh temperatures and get new input.

October 05 from 2 p.m.
At the Brückenforum & throughout Bonn
Tickets in advance: 22,49 Euro

Fall festival in the vegetable garden

On a tour, you can enjoy a rich autumn harvest: pears, apples, oils, honey and, of course, pumpkins can be discovered and tasted.

A total of around 2,000 plants are grown in the vegetable garden, including regional specialties such as Bonner Beste (tomato) and Bonner Advent (May savoy cabbage). Don’t miss the tea garden with tea varieties from Korea, Japan, China, Georgia, etc.

October 06 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Crop garden of the University of Bonn
Free admission, no reservation required

Mark Dion. Delirious Toys The toy cabinet of wonders

Finally, no more FOMO when you go to an art exhibition! The swimming lakes are empty and you no longer have to worry about missing a cool summer party.

Instead, you can plunge into one of the coolest exhibitions in Germany at the Bundeskunsthalle: 70,000 objects that artist Mark Dion has put together from a toy collection await you in the “Toy Wunderkammer”. Board games, doll caves and even “borderline” toys can be seen there. Sounds like the perfect mix of culture and a good dose of creepyness to us! 😅 Have fun!

From September 08, 2024 to February 09, 2025
Federal Art Gallery
Reduced day ticket: 6.50 euros

#3 Fall tips for Kaiserslautern

If you live in Kaiserslautern, you should take a closer look at these event tips for the fall:

»Lauter Steine«

Lego fans get their money’s worth here. In the large exhibition hall, for example, you can see replicas of historical works of art made from the small, colorful bricks. Each work is a masterpiece in its own right.

The exhibition takes place at the Kaiserslautern Garden Show, the perfect place to experience nature in its autumnal splendor.

Daily from 9 am to 6 pm
Duration of the exhibition: until October 31
Kaiserslautern Garden Show

City tour

Experience Kaiserslautern in the fall: The best way to do this is on a city tour. Get to know the moving history of the Barbarossa city, listen to the anecdotes and learn interesting facts about Kaiserslautern’s architecture.

October 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Tourist Information / Fruchthalle 14
6 Euro reduced price

Hidden traces of Lautr’s brewery history

The fact that beer is a part of autumn has been known the world over since the tradition of the Oktoberfest. The Lautr region can also look back on a long history of beer.

Boredom is definitely not an option, because according to the organizers, sturdy shoes and a flashlight are required for the tour. The tour is also at your own risk. Sounds like an exciting adventure, of course there will be a beer tasting.

October 11 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Tourist Information / Fruchthalle 14
15 euros per person

#4 Fall tips for Leipzig

In Leipzig and the surrounding area, autumn creates unforgettable moments, culture blossoms and nature shows itself in all its colorful glory. We present the most beautiful autumn events in the trade fair city.

Torgau lights up

Torgau is a town near Leipzig, where Hartenfels Castle is located. Set against a picturesque backdrop directly on the Elbe, you can experience the castle and the town of Torgau in an unforgettable sea of lights.

Candlelight and sparkling lights can be seen at the Parade of Lights on October 4, while the medieval market “Sündenfrei” takes place at the castle itself the following weekend. There is also the Museum Night with cellar tours and the interesting exhibition “Vacation in the GDR”.

October 4 to 6 all day
Everywhere in Torgau

Laughter fair

Yes, you can laugh – especially at this laughter and satire fair. Numerous well-known comedians and stars such as Rainald Grebe, Christian Ehring and Gianna Bacio will be taking part.

Newcomers compete against each other in the Kupferpfennig competition, and you as a participant decide who takes home the prize money. In short: the laughter fair promises lots of fun, which is just the right thing on dull October days.

October 20 to 27
Tickets available online
Prices depending on the individual event

DOK Leipzig

DOK Leipzig is the international festival for documentary and animated films. The city’s cinemas will be full these days, and for a good reason: filmmakers from all over the world will be presenting their works. Windows to distant worlds will open up, giving you a unique opportunity that only comes around once a year.

The best films are selected in four competitions, which is a highly exciting process. An extended reality exhibition will run in parallel, allowing you to immerse yourself in virtual worlds.

October 28 to November 03
Information on the venues and times on the website
Tickets available online in advance or on site

#5 Fall tips for Nuremberg

Nuremberg may be known as the city of gingerbread, but there’s also plenty going on here in the fall that you shouldn’t miss out on. Here are the fall specials for Nuremberg:

Nuremberg Fall Market

The Nuremberg Autumn Market is still open this week. Pop-up stalls are selling local art, including crochet mandalas, handbags, silver jewelry, papercut art and much more.

Of course, you’ll also find artistically designed notepads, graphic prints, scarves, key rings and lots of other interesting things.

But even if you don’t buy anything, it’s fun to simply stroll through the fall market and soak up the atmosphere. Enjoy onion tart and Federweißer wine to make the day perfect.

September 12 to 29 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Nuremberg Main Market

Stroll week Nuremberg

Here, the name says it all: Nuremberg’s restaurants, cafés and stores showcase their rich offerings, which you can easily discover on a stroll. The program under the motto Experience, Discover, Enjoy ensures varied fun, there are culinary demonstrations and lots of cultural offers.

Some stores offer great discounts and specials during the stroll week. Be sure to check the website, maybe there’s something for you?

September 30 to October 05
Throughout Nuremberg

Nuremberg Pop Festival

As the largest showcase and club festival in southern Germany, the Nuremberg Pop Festival is an event you definitely shouldn’t miss.

The line-up features international newcomers such as Anda Morts, Berq and Goat Girl. Could these be the stars of tomorrow that you get to hear today? Take the opportunity and be excited to hear the new pop songs.

October 10 to 12
Various cultural venues in Nuremberg’s Old Town
Tickets available online

General fall ideas for every region

In addition to the highlights in your region, there are of course also activities that are always fun in the fall, no matter where you are.

Need some inspiration?

Roast marshmallows (e.g. outside over a disposable barbecue)
Go to the movies again
Visit a pumpkin patch (some even let you pick your own)
Snuggle up in a warm blanket with a good book and a cup of tea
Make a boo basket

Looking for more fall ideas? Then check out our Staytoo accounts on Instagram and TikTok, where we regularly post ideas!