24 Events in May in Bayreuth - Events & Activities in May 2026

Architectural tour on the occasion of International Museum Day, registration by phone at 0921/75728-16

Discover art for free on May 17 at the Bayreuth Art Museum. A day full of culture and activities for the whole family.

Experience a special Museum Day at the Kunstmuseum Bayreuth on May 17, 2026, with free admission and exciting art tours.

Enjoy free admission at the Richard Wagner Museum and discover exciting tours on the occasion of International Museum Day.

A strong family experience in Bayreuth: Discover First Aid playfully, strengthen trust, and learn together. 17.05.2026, 16 €. #FamilyTime

Browse, discover, enjoy: The Kanzer Neighborhood Flea Market brings Bayreuth's neighborhood charm to the streets. On 17.05.2026, free entry. #FleaMarket #Bayreuth

Discover Bayreuth's Old Doctors Villa right in the construction phase: historical building substance, facade details, and exciting renovation insights. 17.05.2026, 10 AM, free admission. #Bayreuth #Renovation

Experience Wagner anew in Bayreuth: Lecture, architectural, and depot tours at the Richard Wagner Museum. Discover for free on May 17, 2026. #MuseumDay

Browse, save, find favorite pieces: The Garage Flea Market at Bindlacher Berg brings community and bargains together. Free on 17.05.2026 from 10 AM. #FleaMarket #Bindlach

Experience Bayreuth's history anew: The free guided tour at the Historical Museum combines city history, culture, and exciting objects. #InternationalMuseumDay

A rare glimpse behind the scenes of the Richard Wagner Museum in Bayreuth: Depot tour on Museum Day, free and exclusive. #MuseumDay

Weidenberg invites you to browse: garage flea market, ring festival, coffee, and cake right at Königsheidering. Free admission, local atmosphere, #Weidenberg #FleaMarket

Baroque in a different way: The Sunday tour Crime Scene Baroque brings power, everyday life, and justice to life at the museum. Discover for free on 17.05.2026. #MuseumDay

A course that encourages children: First Aid for Kids in Bayreuth combines learning, safety, and participation. Ideal for curious children from 8 years old. #FamilyExperience

Experience Bayreuth's Jewish history up close: The tour leads through places of remembrance and the city center. On 17.05.2026 from 1:30 PM, tickets from 6 €. #Bayreuth

Theater unter freiem Himmel, historischer Raum und künstlerische Spannung: Friederike - Ohnegleichen in Sanspareil verspricht einen besonderen Nachmittag. #Theater

A thoughtful evening at Haus Wahnfried: Dr. Sven Friedrich highlights Wagner's Anti-Semitism and its impact today. 17.05.2026, free admission. #Bayreuth #Literature

A literary-musical afternoon in Bayreuth: new stories by Silvia Guhr, reading, music, and atmosphere in the Luther Church. May 17, 2026, 5 PM, free entry. #Bayreuth #Literature

An evening full of nature aesthetics in Creußen: dragonflies, habitats, and biodiversity at the New Town Hall. Free on 17.05.2026. #Exhibition #Nature

An evening for authentic classical moments: Schubert! brings Joseph Moog, Marcus Bosch, and the orchestra of the Heidenheim Opera Festival to Bayreuth. #Classical #Bayreuth

An evening full of hope, deception, and poetic tension in the Bayreuth Heckentheater. The Miracle Healer touches under the open sky. #Theater

An evening full of wordplay and castle atmosphere: Wolves, Woman and Forest Rest at Burg Rabeneck promises theater with laughter moments. 17.05.2026, from 6 PM, from €18. #Comedy

Bayreuth experiences a trio between jazz, metal, and electronics: Sharon Mansur live at the Steingraeber-Hoftheater. 17.05.2026, 27 Euros. #JazzLive

Two exhibitions showcase the beauty of our regional nature from different perspectives.