Leipzig in event fever: Over a million visitors can expect major events!

Leipzig in event fever: Over a million visitors can expect major events!

Leipzig is standing with four major events that will attract more than one million visitors. According to lvz , the city expects numerous international guests from May 28 to June 22nd, if among other things International German gymnastics festival takes place in the city.

The gymnastics festival, which takes place from May 28th to June 1st, will probably lead 750,000 visitors to Leipzig. Around 80,000 athletes will take part in the competitions, which will take place, among others, at the Leipzig Messe, the Red Bull Arena and the Stadium of Peace. In addition, the integration of the European Gymnastics Championships from May 26th to 31st in Hall 1 of the fair will further strengthen the international presence of the event. The stadium gala will be a highlight on May 31 with the "Prinzen" and other show acts, where about 42,000 guests are expected.

diverse events

After the gymnastics festival, the Leipzig city festival follows, which will take place from June 6th to 9th and should also attract large crowds. Over 300,000 visitors are expected in music, culinary offers and a children's paradise on Augustusplatz. At the same time, the Wave Gothic meeting, which takes place all over the city at around 50 venues, is expected to attract around 18,000 guests. A special highlight during this event is the Victorian picnic in the Clara-Zetkin-Park. The entry ticket for the WGT costs 170 euros and is essential for access to the events.

The end of the month is the Bachfest, which takes place from June 12th to 22nd and offers over 100 events around Johann Sebastian Bach under the motto "Transformation". The popular stream days on the market will organize open-air concerts with free admission, with similar visitor numbers as in 2024, when over 76,000 people came.

preparations and effects

The city of Leipzig has made extensive preparations to adequately present itself as a host. The public transport offer is significantly increased; During the day, tram and bus lines drive every ten-minute. A five-minute cycle is even offered between the main train station and the exhibition center. The weekly market will also be moved to Augustusplatz from June 1st to 13th to create space for the events, and ticket prices for the gymnastics festival include the ticket for the respective day.

A current study by the Mittweida University of Applied Sciences, which examines the effects of major events on tourism in Leipzig, shows the potential of such events. The study predicts up to 136,000 additional tourists for 2023, which are attracted to the “Quarterback Arena” by events. Over 1,500 guests were interviewed and the results suggest that many visitors are inclined to visit Leipzig again. The examination is the first of its kind since corona pandemic and reflects the positive effects for the event industry and the city.

How Leipzig will continue to develop as a cultural center remains to be seen. The coming weeks will definitely promise an intensive experience for locals and visitors.