Open-Air

Unforgettable events against a fantastic backdrop

View of the open-air "Kleines Fest im großen Park" in Ludwigslust. // © MV-T/Roth

Gentle piano sounds on one of the countless lakes, an open-air stage at the harbor with a view of the expanses of the Baltic Sea or classical concerts in the stately castle garden - between May and September, a wide range of cultural events in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern provides entertainment at the highest level. From classical music festivals and relaxed jazz concerts to exciting drama or lively festivals, the open airs in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern offer something for everyone. In addition to the top-class artists, however, it is not least the spectacular backdrops and extraordinary venues that inspire the audience, set the mood of the events and make them a unique experience.

Information on tickets, prices and the current event dates can be found on the organizer websites.

Concerts and music festivals in the open air

Whether classical music, world music or jazz - the musical open air summer between the Baltic Sea and the Lake District is colorful and varied.

Classical music festivals, orchestral works and concerts by solo artists take place in front of the backdrops of famous castles or even directly by the sea. Among the best-known open-air classical music events are the Schwerin Castle Festival, the Nature Sounds on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula and the Usedom Music Festival.

For jazz fans, the Ahrenshooper Jazzfest, the Eldena Jazz Evenings or "see more jazz" in Rostock offer exquisite entertainment in the fresh air. Well-known bands and up-and-coming artists perform at these events. The festivals "Rostock rockt" and "TeteRock" are more rocking. Fans of electronic music should not miss AirbeatOne in Neustadt-Glewe.

Open air concerts

Extraordinary venues

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  • © Laurence Chaperon

    It`s showtime!

    • Date: 12/29/26
    • Neue Straße, 18347 Ostseebad Wustrow

    Broadway air sniff in Baltic resort Wustrow

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    Bodden Concerts with BASTIAN BANDT & Band

    • Date: 8/25/26
    • Zum Hafen, 18356 Pruchten

    Bodden Concert Series 2025 | June to August | weekly 5-6 p.m. | Tuesday-Port Pruchten | Wednesday-Port Neuendorf | Thursday-Port Bodstedt

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  • © Breitling Stompers

    Jazz brunch with the Breitling Stompers

    • Next date: 5/25/26
    • All dates: 6/9/25 to 5/25/26
    • Dorfstraße, 23970 Gamehl

    Music and brunch on the sun terrace of Hotel Schloss Gamehl

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  • Dunja & Joerg Naßler Averdung // © C

    Bodden Concerts with BASTIAN BANDT & Band

    • Date: 7/7/26
    • Zum Hafen, 18356 Pruchten

    Bodden Concert Series 2025 | June to August | weekly 5-6 p.m. | Tuesday-Port Pruchten | Wednesday-Port Neuendorf | Thursday-Port Bodstedt

    Read more: "Bodden Concerts with BASTIAN BANDT & Band"
  • © Dr. Bittner

    Musical picnic in the park

    • Next date: 6/1/26
    • All dates: 6/1/26 to 8/31/26
    • Park, 18581 Putbus

    Free music event, every Monday from 17:30 to 19:30 between June and August in Putbus Landscape Park at the castle terraces.

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    Bodden Concerts with BASTIAN BANDT & Band

    • Date: 7/28/26
    • Zum Hafen, 18356 Pruchten

    Bodden Concert Series 2025 | June to August | weekly 5-6 p.m. | Tuesday-Port Pruchten | Wednesday-Port Neuendorf | Thursday-Port Bodstedt

    Read more: "Bodden Concerts with BASTIAN BANDT & Band"
  • © Mandy Botzler

    Culture on the river - lock noise

    • Next date: 8/9/26
    • All dates: 4/10/26 to 8/9/26
    • Hafenplatz, 19303 Dömitz

    A literary-musical afternoon with water stories from around the world

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  • © KV

    Wings in sand

    • Next date: 7/9/26
    • All dates: 7/9/26 to 8/13/26
    • Seebrücke, 18586 Sellin

    Thomas Putensen and his men are guests on the main beach next to the pier. Sing along desired!

    Read more: "Wings in sand"
  • © Paul Bartsch Akustik-Trio

    The Paul Bartsch Acoustic Trio

    • Date: 6/23/26
    • Haffpromenade, 18230 Rerik

    20th anniversary program "StadtMusikanten"

    Read more: "The Paul Bartsch Acoustic Trio"

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Open-air cinema and theater

But not only musical events can be experienced outdoors - especially in the summer months, open-air cinemas and theater performances on impressive natural stages are very popular. For example, on the island of Rügen the Störtebeker Festival tells of the adventures of the notorious pirate Klaus Störtebeker, on the island of Usedom the fairytale Vineta Festival takes place and in Waren there is the medieval Müritz Saga.

Even more festivals in the fresh air

Dancing, partying, having fun, creativity and action: in addition to pure music or theater festivals, northeastern Germany has a lot more to offer. These include the indie rock festival Immergut in Neustrelitz, the Fusion Festival near the Müritz, the About You Pangea Festival on the Baltic Sea in Pütnitz or the "Ein Tag am Meer" festival on Rügen. In addition to music, these open-air events also offer readings and workshops for visitors.

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