Tag der deutschen Einheit

German Unity Day 03 October every year: The day of German unity (Tag der deutschen Einheit) is a nationwide public holiday marking the official reunification of Germany in 1990. Find out more on the UK German Connection website.

Austrian Day 2024  – Save the date!

Save the date: Austrian Day 2024  We look forward to welcoming you to the Austrian Day in London on Saturday, 12th October 2024 organised by the OeAD Kultur und Sprache in collaboration with the Austrian Cultural Forum and ALL. More […]

Martinstag

St Martin’s Day St. Martin’s Day (Martinstag) on November 11 is a religious observance in Germany that is particularly popular with children – it is dedicated to St. Martin of Tours and celebrates modesty and altruism. Click here for further information and resources. Find teaching ideas and activities here. 

Nikolaustag

St Nicholas’ Day 06 December Further information: Christmas resources, Voyage Kids website and German Festivals on Pinterest.

Weihnachten

Christmas 25 December Further information: Christmas resources and German Festivals on Pinterest.

Mein erster Schultag

My first day of school Activities for Mein erster Schultag Further information about celebrations and festivals in Germany and the German-speaking world.