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The Frankfurt Apple Wine Festival, held annually in August at Roßmarkt, celebrates the beloved "Ebbelwoi" (apple wine) of Hesse. Visitors enjoy a variety of apple wine products, local delicacies, and live entertainment. It's a vibrant cultural event that highlights Frankfurt's unique traditions.
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Frankfurt's most spectacular festival of art and culture attracts over a million visitors every year to the banks of the River Main. Bands, choirs, DJs, cabaret, comedy and dance acts take to the stage morning, afternoon and night, and there is also a huge selection of food and drink.
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The Rheingauer Weinmarkt in Wiesbaden is an annual wine festival celebrating the Rheingau region's renowned wines. Held along Wilhelmstraße, it features dozens of stands offering local vintages, regional delicacies, and live entertainment, creating a lively atmosphere for wine lovers.
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Theaterfest in Frankfurt am Main is an annual celebration of performing arts, offering a dynamic showcase of theatrical performances, live music, and artistic displays. This vibrant event brings the community together to enjoy a day immersed in creativity and cultural richness.
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Theaterfest in Frankfurt am Main is an annual celebration of performing arts, offering a dynamic showcase of theatrical performances, live music, and artistic displays. This vibrant event brings the community together to enjoy a day immersed in creativity and cultural richness.
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The world's oldest and largest book fair was founded back in the 16th Century and now attracts 10,000 trade visitors from over 100 countries. Numerous promotional events take place during the fair including countless recitals, lectures and exhibitions.
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The Christmas Garden in Frankfurt is a magnificent seasonal event that takes place in the Palmengarten botanical gardens throughout the holiday season. It's a stunning light show in which the gardens are covered with beautiful light installations, creating a breathtaking winter paradise.
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The scenic square in front of the Römerberg, with its half-timbered houses and ancient church, is the perfect location for this atmospheric festive market. Visitors can explore a broad selection of holiday gifts and decorations as well as plenty to eat and drink.
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The Fastnachtsumzug is the largest parade in the Hessen area, with more than 6,000 participants dancing and singing their way through the streets. Tens of thousands of spectators turn up to watch the parade, a colorful spectacle that also includes plenty to do for kids.
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Nacht der Museen Frankfurt is an annual cultural event where museums and galleries open their doors late into the night. Visitors can explore exhibitions, enjoy live performances, and participate in special events, experiencing art and culture in a vibrant, nocturnal setting.
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The W-Festival, hosted in Frankfurt am Main since 2012, focuses on female creativity, thrilling performances and grandiose concerts. With this one-of-a-kind concept, the W-Festival provides opportunities for established and emerging female artists to showcase their talent.
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Opernplatzfest is a popular summer festival in Frankfurt, held in the picturesque Opera Square. It features a variety of international food stalls, live music, and cultural performances, offering a lively atmosphere where visitors can enjoy great food, entertainment, and city vibes.
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The district of Höchst has hosted the famous Schlossfest ('Castle Festival') since 1957. The festival is an extravaganza of music, theater, comedy, art, and sport, with the highlights being the street parade, the old town festival (Altstadtfest) and the riverside celebrations (Kirmes am Mainufer).
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Germany loves its street festivals and this is a great example of a traditional festival with sausages, spit-roasted beef and big wheels. Snack bars and amusement rides stretch for miles between Paulsplatz and the River Main. Fishing competitions and fireworks displays are the main attractions.
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