FIS Ski World Cup Races Feb. 1–2 and 8–9 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen

The world's best skiers take on the legendary Kandahar slope, met by cheering spectators at the finish line. Men race the first weekend, ladies the second.

International Motorcycle Exhibition Feb. 14–16 in Munich

Discover the latest models of motorcycles, scooters, trikes, quads and other motorized bikes or watch exciting shows in which they take center stage.

Hallia Venezia Feb. 16 in Schwäbisch Hall

Carnival here is otherworldly, as some 100 figures clad in Venetian-style masks and robes strike poses in and around the Old Town.

Blues Caravan Feb. 20 in Kaiserslautern

It’s cold outside but warm inside the Cotton Club, the venue in which three talented musicians present their take on the sound of the Blues.

Torchlit Devil’s Parade Feb. 20 in Triberg im Schwarzwald

As evening falls, over 400 “devils” march in a torchlight parade through the eerily illuminated streets of this ideal Black Forest town.

Rose Monday Parade Feb. 24 in Mainz

Carnival celebrations in Mainz culminate with a lively, five-mile-long parade made up of satirical, politically themed floats and marching bands.

Fine and Wine Tasting Festival Feb. 28 – 29 in Wiesbaden

The inaugural edition of this event sees 50 exhibitors present top wines and their ideal accompaniments from cheese to chocolate in the Kurhaus.

Bad Dürkheimer (W)Einkaufsnacht Feb. 29 in Bad Dürkheim

Enjoy a night of shopping and sampling the tasty wines of local vintners in the colorfully illuminated pedestrian zone of this charming spa town.

Plan ahead

St. Patrick’s Day Festival March 14-15 in Munich

There’s no need to travel to Dublin when Munich celebrates St. Patrick’s with a parade made up of more than 1,300 marchers. Side events include Celtic sounds and Gaelic rock concerts, Irish folk dancing demos and the city’s landmarks lit up in green.