Music, culture, cuisine, sports, and shared experiences shape the event calendar in Schwerin.

On Monday, May 4, the kickoff of the popular concert series takes place at the Altstädtischer Markt – exceptionally not on Tuesday, but on the eve of the Film Art Festival.

Starting May 12, the Musikklub brings live music to the city center every Tuesday at 7 p.m. The opening act on the first Tuesday is the Skipper Choir of the Schwerin Sailing Club – the main act is still a surprise for the audience. The Schwerin Police Choir, the inclusive band “Kaktus,” and TRiPOD will also perform.

March 21

Scrubber Party – Bertha-Klingberg Square

Fun, games, and music for the whole family. The balloon crane offers a शानदार view over the freshly spruced-up city, sports clubs will introduce themselves, and football darts will put your accuracy to the test. On a runway in front of the stage, creative daycare children will present their colorful recycled fashion show.

April 18–19
🌼 Spring Awakening – Altstädtischer Markt and Schwerin Open-Air Museum

The Old Town transforms into a lively stage with live music, art, and imaginative walking acts. On Sunday, everything at the Open-Air Museum focuses on nature.

May 5–10
🎥 Film Art Festival – at various locations throughout the city

The guest country for the 35th Film Art Festival is Iceland. Events include film screenings, award ceremonies, and the traditional workshop discussion with actor and artist Armin Mueller-Stahl.

May 23–25
🎨 ArtOpen – in studios and workshops of various artists

Artists present their paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and much more. Visitors gain insights behind the scenes and into the creative process, alongside the finished works.

May 28–July 19
🎭 Castle Festival – in the historic castle courtyard, on the open-air stage, in the theater tent, and at the Schwerin-Mueß Open-Air Museum

Highlights include the ballet gala Connexion #5, the timeless classic The Threepenny Opera, the traditional picnic concert MeckProms, and the Low German rock revue Krawall in’n Hühnerstall.

June 12–14
🏰 Castle Festival Weekend – Schwerin Castle

More than 150 members of the Schwerin Castle Association and other clubs, a children’s group, and guests from near and far will don historical costumes for the Castle Festival Weekend. A highlight is the grand parade from the main train station to the castle.

June 27–28
🏖️ Stadtwerke Beach Festival – Zippendorf Beach and Kaninchenwerder

A colorful program of music, sports, and activities for the whole family. As every year, highlights include the popular NDR Choir Contest and the Energy Arena featuring beach soccer and beach handball.

July 17–19
🍇 Gourmet Garden – in the historic castle courtyard

Top chefs present regional specialties and showcase the culinary diversity of the region. The event is complemented by fine wines from Saxony and Franconia as well as Italian delicacies.

August 14–16
🐲 Dragon Boat Festival – at Pfaffenteich

More than 100 teams – from beginners to former world champions – compete in various races.

August 26–30
🍷 Wine Festival – Altstädtischer Markt

Eleven wineries from Rhineland-Palatinate bring wine as well as sparkling wine, secco, liqueurs, and grape juice.

September 4–6
💃 Windros Festival – Schwerin-Mueß Open-Air Museum

Concerts, dance fun, traditional music, and folk from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and across Europe. On Friday and Saturday, half-day seminars and short workshops are offered.

November 6–8
🍷 Martens Market – Altstädtischer Markt

From lantern parades and lively market activity to music and the serving of “Rotspon,” the weekend is full of medieval traditions.

November 23–December 30
🎄 Christmas Market – city center

Whether mulled wine, fritters, punch, or baked apples – the Schwerin Christmas Market entices with culinary delights for every taste and offers a wide variety for young and old alike.