Events in Munich don’t have to involve a stein, though the live music and brimming parties in beer gardens all over town are hard to miss, to say nothing of the beer festivals like the Starkbierfest in March or the world famous Oktoberfest every October.

World-class concerts and theater – including many English-language shows – keeps the culture flowing strong, while those who prefer shopping will find an oasis of sales that includes numerous stores and boutiques, as well as the massive Fünf Höfe shopping center and the famous Christmas Market in Marienplatz.

Sports in Munich are also big events, as several soccer teams – including FC Bayern (hands-down Germany’s most popular) – keep the schedule packed with upcoming matches. From great performances to great Pilsner, there is a lot of stuff to do in Munich...read less