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What's happening in August 2026? Events in Leipzig
It's August. The air already smells a little bit like late summer, but Leipzig is clearly not in the mood for a resting pulse just yet. They're really cranking it up again here. That's right. Like someone who had already planned to leave the party: jacket on, keys in hand, but then THIS ONE TRACK is on! 🎛️🕺
Because you feel it too, don't you? That "now-but-again" feeling that's in the air. The nights are warm enough not to go straight home, the days are crammed with too much sun, too little sleep and the constant thought: what am I missing out on if I just stay on the couch right now? 🌙☀️
And sure, festivals, music, culture, markets—you’ll find all that in this article. But it’s not (just) about the highlights. It’s about what happens in between. About evenings when you really just wanted to step out for a bit. About places you didn’t even know existed. About moments with your loved ones that you won’t forget anytime soon. 💜
So if you still want to enjoy the summer, do it now. Not tomorrow. Now. August is your last, golden chance to get out all that is warm, wild and wonderful. So go on. Put on something breezy, pack good people and see what's happening. 🤝
GRÜNAU 50 – Gebaut für Viele | Kinotour
© Denise Jans via Unsplash
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All infos for the event GRÜNAU 50 – Gebaut für Viele | KinotourLOVE AT FIRST SLIDE Leipzig | Power Point Dating by Rausgegangen 💖
© Wenke Schulz
We bring dating to the stage with LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE: friends present their favorite single in short Power Point presentations - charming, humorous and completely without swipe. After the funny pitches, you can discover new encounters at speed dating and a bar evening. 💘🎤💫
All infos for the event LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE Leipzig | Power Point Dating by Rausgegangen 💖Freitagsapéro
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After-work feelings incoming 🎉 Friday aperitif at the Markthalle: drinks, food & good vibes for the perfect start to the weekend 🌞
All infos for the event FreitagsapéroThe Off Campus Night • Täubchenthal Leipzig
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All infos for the event The Off Campus Night • Täubchenthal LeipzigSunset Beach Party by Trip2Nostalgia ☀️
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So, 09.08.2026 16:00
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All infos for the event Sunset Beach Party by Trip2Nostalgia ☀️Passo Passo Konzertabend
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All infos for the event Passo Passo KonzertabendHighfield Festival 2026 - ONE.LAST.DANCE.
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Here, Lake Störmthal is transformed into a polyphonic sound laboratory where established greats and fresh collectives rock the stages between indie, punk, rap and folk. With acts such as Kraftklub, Marteria, BHZ and the Dropkick Murphys, a panorama of current trends is created that turns the festival space into a meeting place for different scenes. You can expect a weekend that celebrates musical contrasts rather than smoothing them out - from impulsive live moments to rare collaborations.
All infos for the event Highfield Festival 2026 - ONE.LAST.DANCE.Jean-Philippe Kindler live: Kein Humor ist auch keine Lösung!
© ver.di; Marie Köhler
Sa, 15.08.2026 20:00
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All infos for the event Jean-Philippe Kindler live: Kein Humor ist auch keine Lösung!RB LEIPZIG - SEASON HEAT UP
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RB Leipzig has come up with something very special for the last weekend of summer break: On Sunday, August 16, the festival grounds in front of the Red Bull Arena will become a festival venue for the whole family. There’ll be a chain carousel, a soccer court where you can play a game yourself, and hands-on activities everywhere, plus a stage program featuring a live DJ, Red Bull acts, and stunt shows that’ll have everyone looking up at the same time. You’ll work your way through the XXL food court, so you can leave your snacks at home. Plus, the RBL women’s team, the RBLZ gaming team, and the men’s team will be introducing themselves, and the kids will get to see the players up close for the first time—from just two meters away instead of just from the stands. The festival runs from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., and you’ll need that whole time to really take it all in. It’s best to arrive right at the start—that way, the lines at the rides will still be short, and you’ll have the whole afternoon ahead of you. And the best part: Free admission—you don’t need a ticket 💜 Are you in? ⭐️
All infos for the event RB LEIPZIG - SEASON HEAT UPCOFFEE PARTY XXL OPEN AIR CLOSING
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All infos for the event COFFEE PARTY XXL OPEN AIR CLOSINGSilent Book Club
© Orinoco Books
Do, 20.08.2026 19:00
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All infos for the event Silent Book ClubLate Night Bingo - Leipzig (mit Drag Queen Amy Strong) // OPEN AIR
© Niklas van Schwarzdorn
Do, 20.08.2026 19:00
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All infos for the event Late Night Bingo - Leipzig (mit Drag Queen Amy Strong) // OPEN AIR
Villa Welcome Club's "Where Next?" - 2nd Edition
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Sa, 22.08.2026 07:30
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All infos for the event Villa Welcome Club's "Where Next?" - 2nd Edition
Leipziger RADNACHT
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Fr, 28.08.2026 19:00
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All infos for the event Leipziger RADNACHT
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