Locals and visitors alike can enjoy a rich variety of concerts, festivals and markets throughout the year. Unlike many other towns in the Brandenburg region, Cottbus joins in the lively carnival celebrations in February. Alternatively, you can see a much more traditional side of the town at the wine festival in May or the autumn showman's market in September. Classical music enthusiasts are in their element at the Lusatian Summer of Opera, while film lovers flock to the Festival of Eastern European Film every year.Lusatian Summer of Opera
Hidden operatic gems, amusing adaptations and first-rate performances - that is what the Lusatian Summer of Opera offers every year in Branitz Park. You are guaranteed to make a few surprising discoveries at this enjoyable festival, one of the region's most important musical and social events that attracts around 1,500 visitors to the magnificent park every year.Cottbus Town Festival
Every June, normal daily life is put on hold in Cottbus for three whole days while the town is transformed into one big festival site. A wide-ranging programme of entertainment is offered on a number of stages around the town. With everything from comedy and cabaret to all kinds of music, there's something to suit everyone. The show ends with a large firework display.Festival of Eastern European Film
Every year, the Cottbus film festival is an absolute must for around five hundred film-makers, industry experts and media representatives. More than one hundred films, both short and long, from 27 countries in central and eastern Europe offer an insight into the captivating art of film-making, with gripping dramas, fantasy worlds and humorous stories for film lovers to enjoy.