Mega concerts 2026: Königsplatz becomes Munich's music stage!

Mega concerts 2026: Königsplatz becomes Munich's music stage!

The Königsplatz in Munich is preparing for an exciting future and will be new hotspot for top -class concerts from 2026. As the Merkur in the future in years without an international automotive exhibition (IAA) used for a total of four weekends with two event days. In the initial phase, 2026, there are initially three weekends, whereby there is the possibility to integrate two additional concerts.

The potential artists Apache 207 and Paul Kalkbrenner, each could take two concerts in Munich, are particularly hot. The internationally celebrated musician Nick Cave is also considering playing in the Bavarian capital after recently performing in the Olympic Hall in October 2024. However, specific confirmations on the part of the Munich district administration department (KVR) are still pending because this information is considered confidential.

popular event location and shared opinions

The Königsplatz has developed into a popular place for open-air events over the years. In addition to numerous concerts, open-air cinema demonstrations and sporting events, such as the bouldering and beach volleyball competitions, also take place here at the European Championships 2022. As the Abendzeitung describes artists like Kiss, Peter Gabriel, Deflepplard Fantastic Vier and Billy Idol already taken the stage on the Königsplatz.

But the topic of major events polarized on this central square. Local residents and employees of the art steal express the desire to reduce the events, while event organizers support more frequent use. SPD city councilor Lena Odell applauded the compromise in the city council and found that the usage conflicts were well weighed.

more planning security for organizers

A new fundamental decision that should apply to the coming "20 years plus" has already been caught. This not only means more events, but also early planning. The deployment period for applications for December 31 of the previous year will be placed in advance in order to ensure better planning security for the organizers. From December 1st, the KVR will also publish on the Internet, which weekends will be available for concerts at Königsplatz two years in advance.

The Munich district administration department indicates that organizers can only be taken into account for a weekend, which the organization significantly simplifies. With these changes, the Königsplatz is not only strengthened as a cultural center of Munich, but also established as an attractive attraction for music lovers from all over the region.