Kassel offers a number of event highlights with something to suit every taste. One of these is the documenta, the most important and prestigious exhibition of contemporary art. The International Dance Festival focuses on the theme of contemporary dance. The whole of North Hessen meets up to celebrate at Kassel's town festival."documenta" exhibition, Kassel
One of the most important exhibitions of contemporary art in the world, documenta takes place every five years, showing current trends from contemporary art and providing a space for new exhibition concepts.International Dance Festival, Kassel
Kassel's International Dance Festival is the only regular programme of events focusing on contemporary dance in the region between Frankfurt, Hannover, the Ruhr area and Weimar.Kassel Town Festival
A firm fixture in North Hessen's event calendar, this cultural highlight takes place in the city centre every May/June. A festival with a wealth of attractions for the whole family, it attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to Kassel each year.