Colors of Offenbach - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Offenbach's unique culture and traditions made this city one of the most interesting and distinctive cities in Germany. It was a major leather-making, as well as printing industry center for many years. Despite its rich industrial past, the city has always paid much attention to culture and art development. The bourgeoisie who lived here in the 18th-19th centuries contributed greatly to the cultural and creative component of local life. In many respects, it is thanks to them that Offenbach is now considered one of the most "creative" German cities. More than 900 design studios, numerous art galleries and contemporary art centers operate in the modern European city today.

Such an impressive creative potential is directly reflected in the cultural life of the city. Throughout the year, Offenbach hosts many festivals, art exhibitions, competitions, and other large-scale events attracting foreign guests. In the summer season, the city hosts open-air music festivals one after another. Stages are set up right in city parks where musicians perform in various genres from early morning until late at night. Such events have long become popular enough to attract participants and guests from many countries of the world, so now they represent an amazing mixture of cultures and traditions.

Offenbach residents liked some traditions of distant countries so much that now they are among important components of the local culture. A great example is the Holi Festival Of Colors, which has its roots in India. The tradition to shower each other with colored powder was born in India but was picked up by many European cities. One of the largest and most colorful Holi festivals is held in Offenbach, usually in the first half of July. The main participants in this festival are local students, as well as citizens who are not indifferent to original events and festivals. Besides throwing colored powder, the Holi festival includes interesting musical and sports entertainment. The event is held in the city every few years. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

In summer, the city also hosts interesting family holidays whose main participants are tourists and locals with small kids. At the end of July, they hold the Love Family Park festival, during which entertainment programs are organized for all family members. Music concerts and sports competitions, as well as creative workshops for adults and children, are held within the framework of the festival.

Since Offenbach was one of the country's largest printing centers for many years, literature festivals are another important part of city life. In summer, the city hosts open-air literary evenings whose participants can listen to the speeches of famous writers, as well as learn about the latest trends in the world of modern literature. If you can't visit the city during such holidays, be sure to check out some local bookstores, which have become one of the main symbols of Offenbach. Here you can always find the latest literary novelties and gift editions. By the way, local stores sell books in various languages.

Despite such a rich cultural life and active involvement in modern culture, the city is characterized by a very calm and measured rhythm of life. Strolling through its streets can easily turn into a time journey. Some of the historic buildings on the central streets are almost 300 years old. It is noteworthy that many old buildings and palaces today house design schools and studios where talented young people from all over the world study art.

Among the variety of holidays and festivals taking place in Offenbach regularly, it is worth mentioning the gastronomic ones. Traditional food festivals whose guests can taste the most popular regional dishes and delicacies are held here in August and September. In the fall, it's time to honor the main national drink - beer. There are several historic breweries in the vicinity of the city, which have also become popular tourist attractions. During beer festivals, guests of the city can taste special types of beer, as well as learn about some interesting secrets of making beer and other popular regional drinks.