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20/05/2026

🌊☀️ WESTCOAST Festival 2026 – Frankfurt’s Waterfront Culture Festival 🎶🍷🎬

From 18 to 21 June 2026, the WESTCOAST Festival returns to Frankfurt-Griesheim with four days of music, culture, cinema, food and summer vibes directly by the Main river. 🌆✨

📍 Location:
FRANKFURT WESTCOAST
Stroofstraße 35, 65933 Frankfurt am Main

🎵 Expect a diverse programme including:

Live concerts & DJ sets 🎤
Open-air cinema 🎬
Comedy showcases 😂
Yoga sessions 🧘
Wine festival & tastings 🍷
Vintage & flea market 🛍️
Activities for families and children ⚽🎨

✨ Previous editions featured artists from jazz, rap, soul, electronic and international music scenes — creating a relaxed urban festival atmosphere directly on the waterfront. 🌊🎶

📅 Festival dates:

Thursday, 18 June 2026
Friday, 19 June 2026
Saturday, 20 June 2026
Sunday, 21 June 2026

🚆 Easy to reach from Frankfurt city center and Hauptbahnhof.

👉 More information & updates:
https://www.frankfurt-westside.de/en/connect/westcoast-festival-2026/

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From 18 to 21 June 2026, the WESTCOAST FESTIVAL will bring together outstanding live acts from Frankfurt, Germany and around the world.

20/05/2026

🎭🌆 Kulturcampus Frankfurt – Culture, Creativity & Urban Transformation 🎶✨

The former Campus Bockenheim is being transformed into the new Kulturcampus Frankfurt — an evolving cultural space where art, politics, education and community come together in the heart of the city. 🌍🏛️ (kulturcampus-frankfurt.de )

✨ Around the historic Studierendenhaus and the future Offenes Haus der Kulturen, a vibrant network of artists, initiatives, musicians and cultural projects has emerged over the years. The vision: creating an open and inclusive place for culture, exchange and new ideas. (ohdk.de )

🎶🎨 The Kulturcampus regularly hosts:

Open-air festivals & concerts
Exhibitions & performances
Discussions on urban culture and climate issues
Workshops, readings & theatre
Community projects and creative initiatives (kulturcampus-frankfurt.de )

📅 Upcoming highlights include:
🌱 21 May 2026 – Durchlöchert den Status Quo
🏭 27 May 2026 – Fabrik der Träume? (kulturcampus-frankfurt.de )

🌟 One of the major annual events is the Kulturcampus Open Air, featuring live music, art, theatre, discussions, children’s activities, food, flea markets and more — celebrating solidarity and collective urban culture. (kulturcampus-frankfurt.de )

👉 More information & programme:
https://www.kulturcampus-frankfurt.de/

🎭🌆✨

Seit anderthalb Jahrzehnten spricht Frankfurt vom Kulturcampus. Einst als aufregende Vision geboren, geisterte er irgendwann nur noch als ungeliebtes Gespenst durch die Stadt.

20/05/2026

🎬🇯🇵 Nippon Connection 2026 – Japanese Film Festival in Frankfurt ✨🍿

From 2 to 7 June 2026, Frankfurt once again becomes the center of Japanese cinema with the 26th Nippon Connection Film Festival — the largest festival for Japanese film worldwide. 🌍🎥

🎞️ Visitors can discover:

120+ Japanese films — from indie productions and documentaries to anime and blockbuster cinema 🎬
Many German, European and international premieres 🌟
Filmmaker talks, workshops, concerts, performances and cultural events 🎤🎶🍱

📍 The festival takes place across several venues in Frankfurt, including:

Künstler*innenhaus Mousonturm
NAXOS
DFF – Deutsches Filminstitut & Filmmuseum
Internationales Theater Frankfurt
and many more.

✨ Founded in 2000, Nippon Connection has grown into one of the most important international platforms for contemporary Japanese cinema, attracting more than 20,000 visitors annually.

📅 Festival dates:
🎥 Tuesday, 2 June 2026
🎥 Wednesday, 3 June 2026
🎥 Thursday, 4 June 2026
🎥 Friday, 5 June 2026
🎥 Saturday, 6 June 2026
🎥 Sunday, 7 June 2026

🎟️ Ticket presale starts on 9 May 2026.

👉 More information & full programme:
https://nipponconnection.com

🎬🇯🇵✨

26th Japanese Film Festival, June 2 – June 7, 2026, Frankfurt am Main / Germany

20/05/2026

☀️🎉 Goethe University Summer Festival 2026 – Frankfurt 🌳🎶

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, Goethe University Frankfurt invites students, researchers, staff and guests to its annual Summer Festival at the beautiful Westend Campus. 🌞🏛️

🕝 Time: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Campus Square & green areas in front of the PA and PEG buildings, Westend Campus

✨ What to expect:
🎵 Live music
⚽ Interactive sports activities & demonstrations
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children’s programme
🏛️ Campus tours
🍔 Food & drinks throughout the day

The festival offers a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere to meet colleagues, friends and members of the international university community while enjoying one of Frankfurt’s most beautiful campuses. 🌍🎓✨

👉 Bring your family and friends and enjoy a summer evening at Goethe University Frankfurt!

🌞🎶

18/05/2026

Dear Early Career Researchers,
dear PhD Candidates, Postdocs and Junior P*s,

the RMU Postdoc Career Weeks (PCW) are back!

June 8 – 19, 2026 | 2 weeks, 1 goal: Advance your career!
The annual PCW are designed to help you own your next move, promote your academic qualifications and actively shape your professional futures – whether inside or beyond academia.

What’s in it for you?
30 talks, discussions, workshops, social and networking events to

✅ discover funding opportunities and grant writing strategies
✅ explore diverse career paths – inside and beyond academia
✅ sharpen your research & transferable skills
✅ connect with mentors, peers, and university insiders
✅ build meaningful professional and personal connections

Check out the full program & secure your spot now:
https://www.rhein-main-universitaeten.de/en/rmu-postdoc-career-weeks-2026
Important: Most of it takes place online and in English.
Early registration is recommended, as some workshops have limited capacity.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the organizing team: Jessica Werking & Dr. Laura Stein ([email protected]).

We look forward to welcoming you to an enriching and forward-looking event – one that empowers you to take the next confident step in your career.
Warm regards,
Your Gutenberg Academy Team

18/05/2026

📸🌿 After Nature – Ulrike Crespo Photography Prize 25 (Frankfurt) 🎨✨

From 13 March to 31 May 2026, the Crespo Open Space in Frankfurt presents the exhibition “After Nature . Ulrike Crespo Photography Prize 25” — featuring award-winning artists Lisa Barnard (UK) and Isadora Romero (Ecuador).

Through photography, video and multimedia installations, the exhibition explores the relationship between nature, technology and society in times of ecological transformation and climate crisis. 🌍📷✨

🌿 Lisa Barnard’s project “You Only Look Once” investigates machine vision, artificial intelligence and environmental change around California’s Salton Sea.
🌱 Isadora Romero’s “Notes on How to Build a Forest” reflects on ecosystems, memory and indigenous knowledge through poetic visual storytelling.

📅 Important dates:

12 March 2026 🎉 Opening event / Vernissage (19:00)
13 March 2026 🖼️ Exhibition opens to the public
31 May 2026 ✨ Last day of the exhibition

📍 Location: Crespo Open Space, Weißfrauenstraße 1–3, Frankfurt
🕒 Opening hours:
• Mon, Thu, Fri: 14:00–20:00
• Sat & Sun: 11:00–18:00
🎟️ Free admission

👣 Guided tours are available regularly, including tours in English and accessible formats.

👉 More information: https://www.crespo-foundation.de/en/events/after-nature-25

📸🌍

05/05/2026

German language courses for international doctoral studentsin the summer semester 2026 🔍
Learning German is an important step for your daily life and your academic work in Germany. The International Study Center therefore offers free German courses (A1 and A2) for doctoral students.
1. Course Details
📅 Dates: May 11 – August 17, 2026
⏰ Schedule:
- A1: Friday, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- A2: Monday, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
📍 Location:
- A1: Seminar House, Westend Campus, Room SH 4.105
- A2: ISZ Container, Westend Campus, Room 0.08
📚 Language level: A1 (beginners) & A2 (advanced)
💶 Cost: Free for all doctoral students at Goethe University Frankfurt
2. What to expect
Practical lessons with a focus on:
• Everyday language
• Academic German
• Grammar & vocabulary (structured and tailored to your level)
Who is the course for?
• A1 (beginners):
For anyone who does not yet speak German (no prior knowledge required)
• A2 (intermediate):
📌 Important:
• Spaces are limited – we recommend registering early!
Registration
Registration is done via the university’s online form:
🔗 https://online-eval.studiumdigitale.uni-frankfurt.de/evasys/online.php?p=DeutschfrPromovierende
📅 Registration deadline: June 5, 2026, 11:59 p.m.
⚠ Spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis

1.4Haben Sie in einem der letzten Semestern an einen der Deutschkurse des Sprachenzentrums der Goethe Universität teilgenommen?

04/05/2026

🍷🌿 Frankfurt Riesling Day 2026 – Celebrate the Queen of Grapes! ✨🥂

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Frankfurter Riesling Tag celebrates its 10th anniversary at the beautiful Gesellschaftshaus Palmengarten in Frankfurt.

🕒 Time: 14:00 – 20:00
📍 Location: Palmengarten, Frankfurt

🍇 What to expect:

40+ wineries presenting their finest wines
200+ Rieslings available for tasting
A unique opportunity to explore the full diversity of this iconic grape — from classic to modern styles

✨ Meet winemakers, learn about their craft, and even buy your favorite wines directly on site. Whether you’re a wine expert or just curious, this event offers something for everyone.

🎉 A true highlight for wine lovers in Frankfurt — and a perfect way to enjoy a spring day with great taste and atmosphere!

👉 More info: www.frankfurter-riesling-tag.de

🍷✨

Aus den bekanntesten Weinanbauregionen Deutschlands. Weinfreaks, Genussmenschen, Sommeliers, Journalisten, Gastronomen, Absolute Beginners…Jede:r ist herzlich willkommen. Komme mit den Winzer:innen in’s Gespräch und wähle Deinen Lieblings Riesling 2025.

04/05/2026

🎻🌍 Chamber Music Connects the World 2026 – Kronberg Academy 🎶✨

From 8 to 17 May 2026, the Kronberg Academy hosts its renowned festival “Chamber Music Connects the World” — a unique celebration of chamber music bringing together outstanding young musicians and world-class artists.

🎼 Over 10 days, audiences can experience:

Inspiring concerts and public rehearsals
Unique collaborations between “Juniors” (young talents) and “Seniors” (internationally acclaimed musicians)
A powerful exchange of knowledge, experience and artistic inspiration across generations

🌟 The festival embodies the spirit of making music together and sharing it with audiences in an intimate and emotional setting.

📍 Location: Kronberg Academy (Casals Forum and venues in Kronberg im Taunus)
🎟 Tickets and programme available online

👉 More information: https://www.kronbergacademy.de

A must for music lovers and anyone interested in world-class chamber music and artistic collaboration. 🎶🌟

🎻✨

27/04/2026

🎬✨ LICHTER Filmfest Frankfurt International 2026 – Cinema Meets Art 🎥🌍

From April 28 to May 3, 2026, Frankfurt hosts the 19th LICHTER Filmfest Frankfurt International, bringing together filmmakers, artists and audiences from around the world.

🎞️ This year’s theme: “Art” – exploring how cinema and artistic expression reflect and shape our reality.

🎥 Expect:

100+ films, including international productions, regional works and premieres
Sections like International Films, Future of German Cinema, and Regional Competitions
Special formats such as VR storytelling, exhibitions and talks

🌆 The festival takes place across multiple cinemas and venues in Frankfurt and the Rhine-Main region, creating a vibrant cultural atmosphere throughout the city.

✨ Since 2008, LICHTER has connected local creativity with global perspectives, making it one of the most exciting film festivals in Germany.

👉 Full programme & tickets: www.lichter-filmfest.de

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