Dresden offers eight events for the first Sunday of November, TAG24
Dresden residents looking for entertainment on the first Sunday of November can choose from eight distinct events across the city and surrounding areas, ranging from a museum farewell celebration and a post-Halloween monster disco to mineral exhibitions and castle history tours, TAG24 reported.
Technical Collections Dresden Host Final Celebration Before Renovation Closure
Before closing its doors for renovation, the Technical Collections Dresden are hosting an open farewell celebration on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m. Visitors can participate in hands-on activities such as soldering glowing tops, printing bags, and making slime. Magic Andy will present a science show, and the special exhibition dedicated to Dresden filmmaker Ernst Hirsch will be on display for the final time.
Hofewiese Langebrück Concludes Summer Season with Monster Disco
The Hofewiese beer garden in Langebrück continues its Halloween programming into the first Sunday of November, operating from 10 a.m. to 19 p.m. The closing event of the summer season features ghost train figures, illuminated displays, and a monster disco hosted by DJ Svennie. Organizers have scheduled pumpkin soup, yeast dumplings, and stick bread over a campfire, alongside a photo box and various market stalls.
Mineral Collectors Gather at Messe Dresden
Mineral enthusiasts, jewelry collectors, and the general public can explore gemstones, minerals, and fossils at Messe Dresden on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m. Mineralogists and gemstone experts will be available to identify stones brought in by attendees. Admission is 7 euros, with a reduced rate of 5 euros, while children up to 14 years old enter free when accompanied by an adult.
Theaterhaus Rudi Stages The Little Prince
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s classic tale comes to the Theaterhaus Rudi stage on Sunday afternoon. Recommended for children aged nine and older, the production begins at 14 p.m., with doors opening at 13 p.m. The roughly one-hour performance follows the young prince’s journey and his encounters addressing themes of friendship and love.
House of the Press Hosts Japan Festival and Flea Market
The House of the Press on Ostra-Allee transforms on Sunday into a venue combining Japanese pop culture with second-hand trading. Running from 9 a.m. to 15 p.m. with free admission, the event features manga, anime, cosplay, K-pop, retro gaming, and dance workshops, alongside a creative market for handmade items and an antique and flea market.
Klosterpark Altzella Offers Herb Walks in Nossen
Herb specialist Koreen Vetter leads a guided herb walk through the Klosterpark Altzella grounds in Nossen on Sunday from 15 p.m. to 16.30 p.m. Participants traverse the park and meadows to identify wild plants and their historical uses. The walk costs 12 euros, with a reduced price of 8 euros, and includes a weather-protected alternative in case of storms.
Schloss Moritzburg Features Final Exhibition Day for Inuit Display
Schloss Moritzburg hosts the final day of its special exhibition, “Thin Ice – Inuit on Display,” which examines the journey of two young Inuit, George and Mary, from Labrador to Europe around 200 years ago. The exhibition features historical objects and explores contemporary Inuit life. It remains open on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Schloss Weesenstein Examines Historical Castle Diets
Schloss Weesenstein offers a specialized guided tour at 11 a.m. titled “Dining with Prince and Maid,” investigating the dietary differences between castle nobility and domestic servants in earlier centuries. The hour-long tour costs 15 euros for adults, 12 euros reduced, and 5 euros for children aged six and older.