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Kimpton Main Frankfurt What’s on in Frankfurt

Clear your calendar, Kimpton Main Frankfurt is your front-row seat to the most exciting moments. 

From seasonal festivals and design-led pop-ups to riverside celebrations and cultural rituals, our hotel base is where Frankfurt comes alive. Curious about what to do in Frankfurt today, or what not to miss next? Consider us your culture-loving co-conspirator, always tuned in to the city’s flavour, rhythm, and creative pulse.

Events at Kimpton Main Frankfurt

Things happening right under our roof. No taxi required.

Mison Schreff Ephemeral Formations
Artist in Residence

Mison Schreff Checks In

Art just checked in. From 2 September to 2 December 2026, we're teaming up with with Galerie Greulich to bring Mison Schreff's bold, nearly eight-metre wall installation to our lobby. Created just for us, her work plays with architecture, memory, and space in conversation with our Bauhaus-inspired interiors. Come take a look, free and open to all.

chefs working in a kitchen
ANNI

Frankfurt Restaurant Festival

When: 22 - 31 October 2026

For nine nights only, the Frankfurt Restaurant Festival turns the city into a stage for extraordinary dining, and our brasserie, ANNI, is part of the lineup. Expect standout menus, rare culinary encounters, and unforgettable moments, all served up in our lively neighbourhood brasserie.

At Our Hotel

Mison Schreff Ephemeral Formations
Artist in Residence

Mison Schreff Checks In

Art just checked in. From 2 September to 2 December 2026, we're teaming up with with Galerie Greulich to bring Mison Schreff's bold, nearly eight-metre wall installation to our lobby. Created just for us, her work plays with architecture, memory, and space in conversation with our Bauhaus-inspired interiors. Come take a look, free and open to all.

chefs working in a kitchen
ANNI

Frankfurt Restaurant Festival

When: 22 - 31 October 2026

For nine nights only, the Frankfurt Restaurant Festival turns the city into a stage for extraordinary dining, and our brasserie, ANNI, is part of the lineup. Expect standout menus, rare culinary encounters, and unforgettable moments, all served up in our lively neighbourhood brasserie.

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a complete book shelf

Frankfurt Book Fair

Where: Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 45, 60327 Frankfurt am Main
When: 7 October – 11 October 2026

One of the world's most renowned publishing events, the Frankfurt Book Fair brings together authors, publishers, and readers from across the globe. Just a short journey from Kimpton Main Frankfurt, it's a unique opportunity to experience the city's literary scene at its most vibrant. Spend the day among the stacks, then come back to debrief over a drink at our lobby bar, MAY.

Shooting star production

Wäldchestag

Where: Frankfurt City Forest (Stadtwald)
When: 14 May – 18 May 2027

Often called Frankfurt’s “national holiday,” Wäldchestag is a joyful festival hidden among the trees. Think fairground rides, beer gardens, traditional food, and a laid-back crowd escaping the city for a day. It’s playful, nostalgic, and full of unexpected moments, perfect for guests who love discovering local traditions beyond the usual tourist trail.

Explore Events, Festivals & More

a complete book shelf

Frankfurt Book Fair

Where: Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 45, 60327 Frankfurt am Main
When: 7 October – 11 October 2026

One of the world's most renowned publishing events, the Frankfurt Book Fair brings together authors, publishers, and readers from across the globe. Just a short journey from Kimpton Main Frankfurt, it's a unique opportunity to experience the city's literary scene at its most vibrant. Spend the day among the stacks, then come back to debrief over a drink at our lobby bar, MAY.

Shooting star production

Wäldchestag

Where: Frankfurt City Forest (Stadtwald)
When: 14 May – 18 May 2027

Often called Frankfurt’s “national holiday,” Wäldchestag is a joyful festival hidden among the trees. Think fairground rides, beer gardens, traditional food, and a laid-back crowd escaping the city for a day. It’s playful, nostalgic, and full of unexpected moments, perfect for guests who love discovering local traditions beyond the usual tourist trail.

Festive Moments, Right Outside Our Door

A couple drinking hot chocolate and smiling while standing at a christmas market

Rossmarkt Christmas Market

Where: Rossmarkt, Frankfurt
When: 23 November - 22 December 2026

Just steps from Kimpton Main Frankfurt, Rossmarkt Christmas Market brings festive cheer to the heart of the city. Expect twinkling lights, mulled wine, seasonal street food, and local crafts, all wrapped in a cosy, convivial atmosphere. Slip straight from hotel warmth into festive magic and back again — it's one of the most charming Frankfurt Christmas markets to experience up close, and the easiest to reach from your room.

A couple drinking hot chocolate and smiling while standing at a christmas market

Frankfurt Christmas Market (Frankfurter Weihnachtsmarkt)

Where: Römerberg, Paulsplatz, Mainkai, Hauptwache, Friedrich-Stolze-Platz & Roßmarkt
When: 23 November – 22 December 2026

Step straight from the hotel into one of Germany's oldest and largest Christmas markets, first documented in 1393, spreading across six central squares. Over 200 stalls, a 26-metre Christmas tree with roughly 25,000 lights, and daily tower brass performances from St. Nicholas Church set the scene. The Roßmarkt section adds a festive ice rink and a Ferris wheel, while the Grand Bell Ringing of Frankfurt on 28 November and 24 December marks special seasonal moments you won't want to miss.

woman and child admiring christmas lights

Winterlichter (Winter Lights) in the Palmengarten

Where: Palmengarten, Siesmayerstraße 63, 60323 Frankfurt am Main
When: 27 November – 3 January 2027

A short trip from the hotel, the Palmengarten transforms into an enchanted landscape of light as darkness falls. Hundreds of illuminations, light objects, and sound and video installations guide you through the park, with a walkable light tunnel and glowing sculptures among the highlights. Nearly daily flashlight tours through the Tropicarium greenhouses offer a special after-dark adventure to round off your evening.

Festive Moments, Right Outside Our Door

A couple drinking hot chocolate and smiling while standing at a christmas market

Rossmarkt Christmas Market

Where: Rossmarkt, Frankfurt
When: 23 November - 22 December 2026

Just steps from Kimpton Main Frankfurt, Rossmarkt Christmas Market brings festive cheer to the heart of the city. Expect twinkling lights, mulled wine, seasonal street food, and local crafts, all wrapped in a cosy, convivial atmosphere. Slip straight from hotel warmth into festive magic and back again — it's one of the most charming Frankfurt Christmas markets to experience up close, and the easiest to reach from your room.

A couple drinking hot chocolate and smiling while standing at a christmas market

Frankfurt Christmas Market (Frankfurter Weihnachtsmarkt)

Where: Römerberg, Paulsplatz, Mainkai, Hauptwache, Friedrich-Stolze-Platz & Roßmarkt
When: 23 November – 22 December 2026

Step straight from the hotel into one of Germany's oldest and largest Christmas markets, first documented in 1393, spreading across six central squares. Over 200 stalls, a 26-metre Christmas tree with roughly 25,000 lights, and daily tower brass performances from St. Nicholas Church set the scene. The Roßmarkt section adds a festive ice rink and a Ferris wheel, while the Grand Bell Ringing of Frankfurt on 28 November and 24 December marks special seasonal moments you won't want to miss.

woman and child admiring christmas lights

Winterlichter (Winter Lights) in the Palmengarten

Where: Palmengarten, Siesmayerstraße 63, 60323 Frankfurt am Main
When: 27 November – 3 January 2027

A short trip from the hotel, the Palmengarten transforms into an enchanted landscape of light as darkness falls. Hundreds of illuminations, light objects, and sound and video installations guide you through the park, with a walkable light tunnel and glowing sculptures among the highlights. Nearly daily flashlight tours through the Tropicarium greenhouses offer a special after-dark adventure to round off your evening.

On Stage This Season

red seats at a theatre

Frankfurt's stages do festive differently. From fairy-tale theatre and family ice shows to high-energy pop-classical mashups and elegant New Year concerts, the city's winter season is packed with nights worth dressing up for. Whether you're bringing the whole family or stealing an evening for two, these are the productions we'd happily cross town for, and a few are barely a stroll from our door.

The Nutcracker

Where: Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt, Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
When: 22 November 2026, 7:00 PM & 13th January 2027, 8:00 PM


A dazzling new staging of the timeless Christmas ballet, inspired by Hoffmann's beloved tale, returns to the stage on a major European tour. With a modern aesthetic and an outstanding international cast, it's a perfect choice for a festive family evening out from the hotel.

Festive Productions at the Alte Oper

Where: Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt am Main
When: December 2026 – January 2027


Within easy reach of the hotel, the Alte Oper clears its concert sets each festive season for international musical productions and children's theatre. The 2026 Christmas program includes a modern, youthfully fresh staging of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet (15–18 December), with further family-friendly productions running through early January 2027 for you to enjoy.

The Snow Queen

Where: Mozart Saal, Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt am Main
When: 15 December 2026 - 18 December 2026


Just a short journey from Kimpton Main Frankfurt, Papageno Musiktheater brings Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale to life with music by Grieg, Brahms, Debussy, and Schumann. A crow guides you and your family through the story of Gerda's brave journey to save her friend Kai from the Snow Queen's ice palace, a touching production ideal for all ages.

'Frozen' Family Ice Music Show

Where: Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt, Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
When: 13 Jan 2027


Treat the family to a spectacular music show on ice based on the stories of Frozen 1 and 2, an evening of magic, ice skating, and unforgettable melodies. It's a delightful night out for guests of all ages staying with us this winter.

Falco Meets Amadeus

Where: Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt, Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
When: 14 January 2027


A musical show celebrating the legacy of Austrian pop icon Falco alongside the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a high-energy blend of pop and classical. It's a vibrant evening's entertainment well worth the short trip from Kimpton Main Frankfurt.

New Year's Concert: Alte Oper Frankfurt

Where: Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt am Main
When: 15 Jan 2027


Start your new year in style with a celebratory concert at the renowned Alte Oper, one of Germany's most prestigious concert venues. Just a short journey from the hotel, it's an elegant way to usher in 2027 with orchestral brilliance.

On Stage This Season

red seats at a theatre

Frankfurt's stages do festive differently. From fairy-tale theatre and family ice shows to high-energy pop-classical mashups and elegant New Year concerts, the city's winter season is packed with nights worth dressing up for. Whether you're bringing the whole family or stealing an evening for two, these are the productions we'd happily cross town for, and a few are barely a stroll from our door.

The Nutcracker

Where: Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt, Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
When: 29 December 2026, 7:00 PM


A dazzling new staging of the timeless Christmas ballet, inspired by Hoffmann's beloved tale, returns to the stage on a major European tour. With a modern aesthetic and an outstanding international cast, it's a perfect choice for a festive family evening out from the hotel.

Festive Productions at the Alte Oper

Where: Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt am Main
When: Mid-December 2026 – mid-January 2027


Within easy reach of the hotel, the Alte Oper clears its concert sets each festive season for international musical productions and children's theatre. The 2026 Christmas program includes a modern, youthfully fresh staging of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet (15–18 December), with further family-friendly productions running through early January 2027 for you to enjoy.

The Snow Queen

Where: Mozart Saal, Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt am Main
When: 17 December 2026


Just a short journey from Kimpton Main Frankfurt, Papageno Musiktheater brings Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale to life with music by Grieg, Brahms, Debussy, and Schumann. A crow guides you and your family through the story of Gerda's brave journey to save her friend Kai from the Snow Queen's ice palace, a touching production ideal for all ages.

'Frozen' Family Ice Music Show

Where: Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt, Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
When: 13 Jan 2027


Treat the family to a spectacular music show on ice based on the stories of Frozen 1 and 2, an evening of magic, ice skating, and unforgettable melodies. It's a delightful night out for guests of all ages staying with us this winter.

Falco Meets Amadeus

Where: Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt, Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
When: 14 January 2027


A musical show celebrating the legacy of Austrian pop icon Falco alongside the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a high-energy blend of pop and classical. It's a vibrant evening's entertainment well worth the short trip from Kimpton Main Frankfurt.

New Year's Concert: Alte Oper Frankfurt

Where: Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt am Main
When: 17 Jan 2027


Start your new year in style with a celebratory concert at the renowned Alte Oper, one of Germany's most prestigious concert venues. Just a short journey from the hotel, it's an elegant way to usher in 2027 with orchestral brilliance.

A person reading a magazine whilst laying down on a hotel made bed

Offers Worth Making Plans For

All these moments call for more than a day trip. Stay at Kimpton Main Frankfurt hotel and turn the city’s best events into an effortless escape. From festival weekends to cultural stays, our curated offers are designed to keep you close to what’s happening, and even closer to the good stuff.

A person reading a magazine whilst laying down on a hotel made bed

Offers Worth Making Plans For

All these moments call for more than a day trip. Stay at Kimpton Main Frankfurt hotel and turn the city’s best events into an effortless escape. From festival weekends to cultural stays, our curated offers are designed to keep you close to what’s happening, and even closer to the good stuff.