Jazz Open
July
This is one of the biggest events in the European jazz calendar, and it attracts a glittering array of stars from all over the world. Dozens of open-air and indoor concerts take place across a number of venues.
Sommerfest
August
The biggest party of the summer in Stuttgart takes place over several days in August, when both locals and visitors come together to watch an incredible array of live music. Every genre from jazz and pop to Latin American and classical is represented.
Wine Village
August-September
This Swabian wine festival is one of the largest in Germany. It runs over 12 days in late summer, and showcases around 500 different varieties of Wuerttemberg wines.
Stuttgart Beer Festival
September-October
It might not rival Oktoberfest in size and grandeur, but what this friendly festival lacks in range it more than makes up for in atmosphere. An incredible variety of both local and international brews are on offer, as well as fairground rides, entertainment tents and food stalls selling regional specialities.
Christmas Market
November-December
Held against the medieval backdrop of the Stiftskirche, Stuttgart’s Christmas market infuses the city with festive spirit. More than 200 stalls set up in Markplatz every year, selling Swabian produce and crafts to the accompaniment of Christmas music.