On the stages
A diverse cultural landscape? You will definitely find that in Leipzig! Because if you are interested in theater, cabaret or variety show interested, you have come to the right place. We will tell you why!
Oh, how nice it is sometimes to Tell stories whether as a child or as an adult. The Leipzig Theater offer dramas, crime stories or even comedies, maybe there is something for you?
First and foremost, of course, is the classical front: Directly on the Augustusplatz you will find both the Opera as well as that Gewandhaus While the former is associated with major opera performances such as the entire cycle of the Ring of the Nibelung The Gewandhaus offers you, among others, the internationally renowned Gewandhausorchester sound experiences of First class!
The Schaubühne Lindenfels presents with her over 100 year history almost a veteran of Leipzig's show art. However, not only theatre is performed here! cinema screenings, dance events, concerts or readings instead.
In contrast, in the LOFFT, the independent Leipzig theater house, from fresh wind of the diverse events! In 130 shows per year go over 400 artists from just passes 20 countries Come and go and inspire yourself with exciting people, theater evenings and discussions. Let yourself be surprised by the creative interpretations from dance, theater, performance and music!
Im Sanftwut sits her cozy at the bar and drinks a beer and suddenly: lights out – show on! In the relaxed pub atmosphere The experienced team of the cabaret theatre will make you laugh wonderfully. Especially the proximity to the audience has a very special atmosphere!
In extremely stylish ambience whip you in academixer the jokes just roar around! 1966 as student cabaret Founded at the University of Leipzig, the young ensemble often performs current political issues on the table. And in summer even the open-air area of the Paulaner Palace for the cabaret!
You will find cabaret potential in the Krystallpalast Varieté! In addition, the variety show also amazes with other kinds of performances. Let yourself be amazed by acrobatic stunts or musical Take your breath away with brilliant pieces – or blow your mind with hypnosis shows…
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On the Legs
You think you have been sitting too much today and are more of an outdoor type anyway? In the evenings in Leipzig, the best place to go is to go out in the city on road Book one of the many evening tours and get to know Leipzig with different eyes!
Simply driving through Leipzig – magical glow or not – is too boring for you? You want more Thrill? We present the horror tour! Get to know the spooky corners around the Markt that you have previously passed by without a care. Every Wednesday (only in July and August), Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and on holidays The 20-minute round starts at 30:90 - but register beforehand online already on.
For the wild ones among you, it's straight to the zoo! On one of the evening tours you have the unique opportunity to see the nocturnal inhabitants of the Leipzig Zoo to experience it in full action. With a well-informed zoo pilots At your side you even get access to some animal enclosure, the inner workings of which you would otherwise not see. The 90-minute tour takes place regularly, although the start time varies depending on the season.
The "Classic" Among the Leipzig city tours you will be offered by the well-known night watchman BremmeThe good man leads you in the dark to the most beautiful points of interest & sights and provides you with all the exciting historical stories and the gossip of Goethe, Schiller & Co. His tours take place several times a week and, depending on the season, at 20 or 21 p.m.
And so that you can remember your evening in Leipzig forever, you can buy a souvenir in the style of the late hour at the special Leipzig Night Flea Market on the agra site buy. It is considered oldest night flea market in Saxony - and should be high on your Leipzig to-do list for that reason alone! You can find the dates and further information at here.
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On the butt
The old tube in your living room is no longer quite the real thing? On the small, flickering screen, the movie heroes look like toy figures? Why not treat yourself to a visit the cinemaAnd so that this is anything but run-of-the-mill, we have put together the most original possibilities for your convenience.
If you go to the beautiful Leipzig district of Kleinzschocher, you will see them from afar: the glowing letters of the Schauburg! The building is characterized by the typical Art Deco charm its architecture and pampers your buttocks with the "most comfortable cinema seats in Leipzig"!
Or you can go right into the center on the busy Karli and further to the iconic yellow facade of the naToHere you will always find exciting Live events In addition, the Cinematheque in the small but nice space a diverse Film program offered – from international to experimental.
And if the season and weather permit, it is worth visiting one of the many summer cinemas. On the grounds of the delicatessen For example, you can enjoy a wonderful cinema experience under the "open sky". The cinema seats and screen are outside, but a roof ensures that you can enjoy your evening at the cinema even when the weather is bad.
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Behind the Curtain
Are you really keen to go to a cabaret or a play, but you can’t go two hours without a bite to eat? Then we have the perfect remedy for you: a Dinner show! Challenge yourself to laugh, be amazed and enjoy the delicious food at the same time.
Who doesn't know it? The film from the 40s is shown on television every year and has thrilled generations before us: The Feuerzangenbowle. And you can find them in Blue Salon in Leipzig! While the stage in front of you turns into a classroom transformed, you can enjoy the delicacies of the dinner. But remember when it comes to alcohol: “Just a tiny sip” is sometimes enough. Or you can let the PASSION 2024 Dinner Show in winter in Stadtbad Leipzig enchant with a mixture of music, comedy, acrobatics and dance.
For the impatient among you, the troop of Olsen Gang - also in the Blue Salon - for even more mischief. Follow the cunning Egon, the fat Kjield, the talkative Yvonne and the volatile Benny on their adventure between comedy and crime! And to calm your nerves you will be provided with a 4-course meal.
You can find all dinner shows in Leipzig here.
PS: Every year, the Krystallpalast Varieté presents Dinner show GANS GANZ ANDERS in Leipzig. The event in the stylish ambience of the world's largest Art Deco Palace of Mirrors on Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz is one of THE highlights of the Leipzig winter and an absolute recommendation for anyone who loves culinary delights, entertainment and glamour!
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On the bar stool
Leipzig is colorful and creative, Leipzig is extraordinary and diverse and sometimes a bit wild and crazy. To get to know the last characteristics of the city better, to experience them properly, you should go to the shining cultural miles the city. Because Leipzig offers you a few wonderful districts to "go out" in, where everything your party-loving heart desires shines out at you in one place!
How about a strolling evening on Karli? Many may have already heard of this good piece: The pub mile in the Südvorstadt With all the bars along its mile, it attracts mainly the colorful student scene. But of course everyone is welcomed here with open arms and a cold beer!
For the really hip among you, it should be in the Karl-Heine-Straße go: She is the alternative Wild West the city and attracts visitors above all with its relaxed atmosphere and vegan food offerings.
And to enjoy a delicious meal in Leipzig in addition to beer Cocktail You don’t have to walk far to sip your favourite drink: There are plenty of cool bars and restaurants on both streets. Barsthat are completely different from boring mainstream. Our favorites: The Killiwilly - an Irish Pub on the Karli - and the stable guard in the westwork on Karl-Heine-Straße.
Still not tired after bar hopping? Then dive into the diverse Leipzig club scene From charts to rock, hip-hop and electronic music to pop music, there is something for every taste. Cool and varied theme parties take place, for example, in the Moritzbastei - right in the only remaining part of Leipzig's city wall. But the popular student clubs MAGPIE-LIKE and TV club and STUK, Spizz in the Leipzig city center and Mr. KAUZIG in the western district of Lindenau promise a fun-filled evening that you won't soon forget - or maybe you will? ;)
With these evening suggestions, we can let you loose on Leipzig and its evening attractions with a clear conscience and wish you lots of fun!
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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH
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Email: info@ltm-leipzig.de