The agency Livetime has been organizing the "TRAU" wedding fair for more than 20 years, which is considered the largest of its kind in the region. From October to January, future bridal couples have the opportunity to get comprehensive information about weddings, receive advice, and try out various offers at five different locations. The fair takes place in Mannheim, Freiburg, Ludwigshafen, Saarbrücken, and Villingen-Schwenningen.
"TRAU" the sales and experience fair
The "TRAU" sales and experience fair sets new standards. An excellent team of top designers, renowned bridal houses, and up-and-coming newcomers present exclusive bridal trends ranging from modern to classic to extravagant.
A special highlight awaits visitors with multiple fashion shows taking place daily. Here, you can get inspired and experience a touch of wedding atmosphere before your big day.
In a stylish ambiance, "TRAU" invites you to stroll, try on, and buy. Enjoy delicious tastings and an extensive entertainment program.
Additionally, you have the opportunity to boost your wedding budget. This year, the popular ring tower, sponsored by the Livetime agency, is back. With some luck, you could win 66,666 euros at our fair!
For the dream wedding and brilliant event
The trend of getting married remains strong this season. With the right inspirations, your wedding becomes an unforgettable highlight. The "TRAU" wedding fair provides a real event character and offers an impressive variety of exhibitors from various industries.
Take your time and let our competent wedding planners advise you. Try out the latest trends from our wedding experts and young designers directly on-site and enjoy the live presentations of artists, musicians, entertainers, and DJs.
Spend a wonderful day at our fair. We are confident that you will leave with numerous inspirations and maybe even your dream bridal dress.

Attention: The wedding fair lasts for two days. The ticket is valid for one of the two days.

The agency Livetime has been organizing the "TRAU" wedding fair for more than 20 years, which is considered the largest of its kind in the region. From October to January, future bridal couples have the opportunity to get comprehensive information about weddings, receive advice, and try out various offers at five different locations. The fair takes place in Mannheim, Freiburg, Ludwigshafen, Saarbrücken, and Villingen-Schwenningen.
"TRAU" the sales and experience fair
The "TRAU" sales and experience fair sets new standards. An excellent team of top designers, renowned bridal houses, and up-and-coming newcomers present exclusive bridal trends ranging from modern to classic to extravagant.
A special highlight awaits visitors with multiple fashion shows taking place daily. Here, you can get inspired and experience a touch of wedding atmosphere before your big day.
In a stylish ambiance, "TRAU" invites you to stroll, try on, and buy. Enjoy delicious tastings and an extensive entertainment program.
Additionally, you have the opportunity to boost your wedding budget. This year, the popular ring tower, sponsored by the Livetime agency, is back. With some luck, you could win 66,666 euros at our fair!
For the dream wedding and brilliant event
The trend of getting married remains strong this season. With the right inspirations, your wedding becomes an unforgettable highlight. The "TRAU" wedding fair provides a real event character and offers an impressive variety of exhibitors from various industries.
Take your time and let our competent wedding planners advise you. Try out the latest trends from our wedding experts and young designers directly on-site and enjoy the live presentations of artists, musicians, entertainers, and DJs.
Spend a wonderful day at our fair. We are confident that you will leave with numerous inspirations and maybe even your dream bridal dress.

Attention: The wedding fair lasts for two days. The ticket is valid for one of the two days.

Inspiring art, a unique location, the innovative concept: Since 2006, the autumn edition of the contemporary art ruhr (C.A.R.) art fair has been taking place at the UNESCO World Heritage site Zollverein in Essen. At the 18th event of the INNOVATIVE ART FAIR, innovative galleries, renowned art projects and institutions, as well as selected artists will present contemporary art of all disciplines from October 25 to 27, 2024 – whether painting, sculpture, drawing and graphics, photography, installations or video art.
The C.A.R., which targets a young, art-interested audience as well as aspiring or already experienced art collectors, presents art that is surprising, distinctive, and also affordable.
With its open exhibition concept of open space, one can walk around every booth, and without classic fair stalls that create barriers, the innovative art exhibition and sales fair promotes communication between visitors, artists, and exhibitors: Anyone interested in contemporary art can easily engage in conversation in the open exhibition situation, be inspired by the diverse offerings, and purchase art. Special exhibitions and the C.A.R. video lounge round off the program.

Inspiring art, a unique location, the innovative concept: Since 2006, the autumn edition of the contemporary art ruhr (C.A.R.) art fair has been taking place at the UNESCO World Heritage site Zollverein in Essen. At the 18th event of the INNOVATIVE ART FAIR, innovative galleries, renowned art projects and institutions, as well as selected artists will present contemporary art of all disciplines from October 25 to 27, 2024 – whether painting, sculpture, drawing and graphics, photography, installations or video art.
The C.A.R., which targets a young, art-interested audience as well as aspiring or already experienced art collectors, presents art that is surprising, distinctive, and also affordable.
With its open exhibition concept of open space, one can walk around every booth, and without classic fair stalls that create barriers, the innovative art exhibition and sales fair promotes communication between visitors, artists, and exhibitors: Anyone interested in contemporary art can easily engage in conversation in the open exhibition situation, be inspired by the diverse offerings, and purchase art. Special exhibitions and the C.A.R. video lounge round off the program.

Inspiring art, a unique location, the innovative concept: Since 2006, the autumn edition of the contemporary art ruhr (C.A.R.) art fair has been taking place at the UNESCO World Heritage site Zollverein in Essen. At the 18th event of the INNOVATIVE ART FAIR, innovative galleries, renowned art projects and institutions, as well as selected artists will present contemporary art of all disciplines from October 25 to 27, 2024 – whether painting, sculpture, drawing and graphics, photography, installations or video art.
The C.A.R., which targets a young, art-interested audience as well as aspiring or already experienced art collectors, presents art that is surprising, distinctive, and also affordable.
With its open exhibition concept of open space, one can walk around every booth, and without classic fair stalls that create barriers, the innovative art exhibition and sales fair promotes communication between visitors, artists, and exhibitors: Anyone interested in contemporary art can easily engage in conversation in the open exhibition situation, be inspired by the diverse offerings, and purchase art. Special exhibitions and the C.A.R. video lounge round off the program.

Access by invitation or Premium Ticket only
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The Listen to Berlin: Awards are the music awards of the state of Berlin, presented by the network of the Berlin music industry, Berlin Music Commission. Individuals, companies, and initiatives from the Berlin music scene can be nominated. The awards were established in 2017 to make visible those actors who often shape the music industry of the capital far from the spotlight. They are awarded independently of commercial considerations in various categories. The awards ceremony also serves as a platform for exchange, networking, and cooperation between experienced industry representatives and committed young talents.

Entrance 19:00h, Start 20:00h

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The Listen to Berlin: Awards are given yearly to Berlin players in the music industry and are intended as a predicate for remarkable achievements. The Berlin Music Commission awards the prizes independent of commercial considerations and focus on displaying our industry network in all facets. The awards ceremony is also a platform for exchange, networking, and cooperation between experienced industry representatives and committed young talents.

Entrance 19:00h, Start 20:00h

Most Wanted: Music is the most important music business event in Berlin and an up-and-coming hotspot for music and creative industry experts from all over Europe. MW:M is organized by the Berlin Music Commission, the music business network of Berlin. MW:M’s key objectives are to enable practical know-how transfer; to foster networking, connectivity, and information exchange; and to inspire new ideas and business models. The convention is accompanied by the Listen to Berlin: Awards, the awards for remarkable achievements in the Berlin music scene, as well as the international showcase Festival MW:M Live. MW:M24 will take place from 12th - 14th November 2024 at Kulturbrauerei in Berlin.

MW:M Live is the showcase event of Most Wanted: Music – great hand-picked live acts are waiting to be discovered by you – on 13 & 14 November on the stages of Kesselhaus, Maschinenhaus, Panda and Frannz Club. We present an incredible variety of genres and promise excellent musical enjoyment with young, emerging artists and bands from Germany and abroad. The 2024 programme is unique and one of the best in the history of MW:M Live.

Live on Stage, amongst others: GO MAHHH (IE), KAMA Orchestra (GER), Korridor (GER), LNA (GER), Lunya (GER), Power Plush (GER), Prismala (GER), Ruth Mac (IE), Sorvina (GER), Toshín (IE)

On November 13, 2024, the LISTEN TO BERLIN: YOUTH - Festival with Summit & Showcase focuses on the next generation of music makers, creatives, and those interested in the industry. Dive into a day full of inspiring panels, roundtables, practical workshops, and live music at the legendary Frannz Club in the Kulturbrauerei from 10 AM to 10 PM. Here you can network with professional players and like-minded individuals, get a taste of the music industry, and find the tools and knowledge to turn your artistic or professional ideas into reality.

Most Wanted: Music is the most important music business event in Berlin and an up-and-coming hotspot for music and creative industry experts from all over Europe. MW:M is organized by the Berlin Music Commission, the music business network of Berlin. MW:M’s key objectives are to enable practical know-how transfer; to foster networking, connectivity, and information exchange; and to inspire new ideas and business models. The convention is accompanied by the Listen to Berlin: Awards, the awards for remarkable achievements in the Berlin music scene, as well as the international showcase Festival MW:M Live. MW:M24 will take place from 12th - 14th November 2024 at Kulturbrauerei in Berlin.

MW:M Live is the showcase event of Most Wanted: Music – great hand-picked live acts are waiting to be discovered by you – on 13 & 14 November on the stages of Kesselhaus, Maschinenhaus, Panda and Frannz Club. We present an incredible variety of genres and promise excellent musical enjoyment with young, emerging artists and bands from Germany and abroad. The 2024 programme is unique and one of the best in the history of MW:M Live.

Live on Stage, amongst others: GO MAHHH (IE), KAMA Orchestra (GER), Korridor (GER), LNA (GER), Lunya (GER), Power Plush (GER), Prismala (GER), Ruth Mac (IE), Sorvina (GER), Toshín (IE)

We are quickly approaching the Christmas season and with it the annual question: "What should I gift my loved ones? Or myself?" We are happy to help with that - completely relaxed and without stress! Our team has prepared the best book and game tips for you. Let yourself be inspired by current trends from the Frankfurt Book Fair and the Essen Game Fair.

In the first part of the evening, our booksellers will be in the spotlight and present their favorite gifts. Afterwards, you will have time to personally consult with our team and stroll through the exclusive stands at forum M.

At the bar in forum M, you will receive a complimentary drink of your choice, allowing you to enjoy a relaxed shopping evening with us.

We look forward to seeing you!

Admission: 6:30 PM