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Leipzig Event Highlights 2026
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In 2026, Leipzig offers a wide range of experiences shaped by major anniversaries, landmark cultural events and internationally recognised festivals. The year brings together long-established traditions and contemporary formats, ranging from classical music and opera to film, jazz and alternative culture.

Key anniversaries include the **225th anniversary of the birth of composer Albert Lortzing**, celebrated with a dedicated opera festival, the **25th anniversary of the a cappella – International Festival for Vocal Music Leipzig**, and the **50th anniversary of Leipzig Jazz Days**, one of Germany’s longest-running jazz festivals. Alongside globally recognised events such as the Leipzig Bachfest, Wave-Gotik-Treffen and DOK Leipzig, these anniversaries highlight Leipzig's status as a city of music, culture and creative exchange. Open-air concerts at historic castles and palaces, outdoor events in the Leipzig New Lakeland and the **opening of Stadthafen Leipzig (Leipzig City Harbour)** as a new hub for urban water tourism offer visitors the chance to explore the surrounding cultural landscape while enjoying the city.

The following selection highlights key dates for international visitors. A full and regularly updated event calendar can be found at .

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