Isle of Summer Opening Munich
Season opener of Munich's largest open-air series
About Isle of Summer Opening
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Season Opening in Munich
The Isle of Summer Opening is the first major event of the three-part Munich open-air series of the same name and is considered the unofficial season start for the electronic summer scene of the Bavarian capital. While the Wiesn season is far away and the city center clubs are still in spring mood, the Opening on the second weekend in May creates a powerful start under the open sky.
Venue: Munich-Riem Racecourse
The venue for the Opening is the Munich-Riem Racecourse in the Munich district of Riem (postal code 81929) – a traditional area with a racetrack, grandstands, and spacious outdoor areas. The historic setting, excellent infrastructure, and good connection to the Munich U-Bahn (U2 Messestadt Riem) make it the ideal festival backdrop for tens of thousands of visitors. The Festival itself (in June) and several large concerts already use the grounds – the Opening is essentially the season's 'dress rehearsal'.
The Three-Part Summer Series
Isle of Summer 2026 is conceived as a connected series of three events:
- Opening – May 9, 2026 at the Munich-Riem Racecourse
- Festival – June 13, 2026 at the Olympia Riding Arena Riem with over 20 international acts and four stages
- Beach – August 8, 2026 at Beach Resort Munich
A Season Ticket 2026 provides access to all three events at a discounted combined price and is aimed at regular attendees of the series.
Focus on Electronic Music
The musical profile is clearly electronic: House, Techno, Tech-House, Melodic House, and Trance are the focus. The extended festival date (June) brings international acts like Fisher, Boris Brejcha, Miss Monique, Holy Priest, A.N.I., Kalte Liebe, and others to four stages (Sunrise, Field, Moon, Track). The Opening focuses on a more compact performance with fewer stages but the same sound quality and crew. The light shows, stage constructions, and sound systems are realized by the experienced Munich crew Permanent Entertainment GmbH.
Munich's Club Scene
Permanent Entertainment GmbH (Reichenbachstraße 33, 80469 Munich) is one of Munich's most important electronic music promoters and curates other event series besides Isle of Summer. The Opening is a meeting point for Munich's club scene and attracts visitors from southern Germany, Austria, and Tyrol. With high-quality sound, well-organized festival management, and an urban atmosphere, Isle of Summer stands out from smaller open-air events.
Isle of Summer Opening — edition 2026
The 2026 Opening edition starts on Saturday, May 9, at the Munich-Riem Racecourse. As the first event of the three-part Isle of Summer series, it marks the official start of the Munich open-air season. The Munich-based promoter Permanent Entertainment GmbH sets up a compact yet high-quality stage setup on the historic racecourse grounds. International and local DJs will play Tech-House, Techno, Melodic House, and electronic dance music. The 2026 Season Ticket offers discounted access to all three events (Opening, Festival, Beach).
Programme Isle of Summer Opening 2026
Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Afternoon: Admission and first DJ sets
- Evening: Main program with international DJs on the main stage
- House, Techno, Tech-House, Melodic House
- Late-night sets until the early morning hours
Highlights Isle of Summer Opening 2026
- Official season opener of the Munich open-air series
- Historic Munich-Riem Racecourse as festival backdrop
- High-quality sound and lighting technology
- International DJ lineups
- Optimal connection via U-Bahn U2 Messestadt Riem
- Season Ticket for all three Isle of Summer events available
Prices Isle of Summer Opening 2026
Early bird tickets from approx. €39, standard tickets in advance €49–€69, VIP tickets and box office higher. Season Ticket 2026 for all three events (Opening, Festival, Beach) at a combined discounted price. Tickets exclusively via the official website isleofsummer.de.
Practical information — Isle of Summer Opening
Getting There
Munich-Riem Racecourse is optimally accessible via the U-Bahn line U2 (Messestadt Riem station) – about a 20-minute ride from Munich city center. Autobahn connection A94 (Feldkirchen-West/Riem). Parking available on-site and in the nearby Riem Arcaden underground garage.
Admission
Tickets for the Opening online via the Isle of Summer website. Early bird tickets from approx. €39, standard tickets €49–€69, VIP tickets higher. Season ticket for all three 2026 events available at a discounted combined price.
Tip
Comfortable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear recommended – it can get chilly in the evenings in May. Those who want to extend the day can find restaurants and bars in the nearby Riem Arcaden; alternative accommodation options are available in trade fair hotels and in Munich city center with U-Bahn connections.
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Where it takes place Isle of Summer Opening
Galopprennbahn München-Riem
Graf-Lehndorff-Straße 36, 81929 München