Going Out

Highlights of the Year

The cultural scene is always buzzing! All year long, festivals, major events and themed activities keep life interesting in Strasbourg and the Eurometropolis.

Discover this month’s must-sees!

In May

Les Ateliers ouverts (Open Studios), 23-24th and 30-31st of May 2026
  • Les Ateliers ouverts (Open Studios): for 2 weekends, the artists of Strasbourg and the Eurometropolis open their doors to let the general public in!
  • Tous à l’Opéra (Opera Festival)
  • Europe Day: Europe will be celebrated in Strasbourg and throughout the Eurometropolis, in all its rich diversity, through a varied programme for all ages.
  • NL Contest: the international urban culture festival of Strasbourg, at the Rotonde skatepark.
  • La Nuit des Musées (Night of Museums): the museums of Strasbourg can be explored at night!
  • Pelpass festival: 4 days of festivities and musical discovery at the Jardin des Deux Rives!
  • Arsmondo Festival: every year, the Opéra National du Rhin organises this intercultural, multidisciplinary festival, organised as an integral part of Strasbourg’s cultural and artistic scene.
  • Rencontres des claviers Organ Festival: the Amis de l’Orgue Sainte-Aurélie Association organises a series of musical offerings featuring organs and early keyboard instruments.
  • Block Party: a dance battle, a DJ set and a graffiti jam on the square in front of the Malraux Media Library.
  • Démostratif: a festival of emerging performing arts
  • Elsass Rock and Jive: a festival for people who love the 1950s, burlesque shows, concerts and retro dances, at the Illiade.