Discover Germany | Culture | Culture Calendar and is firmly established in the jazz scene of Switzerland. www.jazzfestivalbern.ch
Diagonale Festival of Austrian Film, Graz (13 – 18 March) This film festival is dedicated to Austrian film productions. It views itself as a forum for discussion and the filmmakers take centre stage here. Around 30,000 visitors come to Graz each year to enjoy a variety of new films made in Austria. It is also a wonderful meeting point for emerging talent and those fancying a chat with local filmmakers. www.diagonale.at
MaerzMusik, Berlin (16 – 25 March) This festival is organised by the Berliner Festspiele and focuses on contemporary music. It is dedicated to exploring the phenomenon of time in its socio-political, philosophical and artistic dimension. A truly exciting musical mission not to be missed. www.berlinerfestspiele.de
Garden & Ambient Bodensee. Photo: © Messe Friedrichshafen
Night of the Museum, Bern. Photo: © Nelly Rodriguez
Night of the Museum, Bern (16 March) From 6pm to 2am various institutions open their doors to culture-loving night owls and give an interesting peek behind the scenes. A vibrant and diverse programme across the city accompanies the long night of the museums and ensures there is the right event for everyone, from the youngsters to the oldies. www.museumsnacht-bern.ch
Liszt Festival, Raiding (16 March – 21 October) This month the annual Liszt Festival kicks off in his birthplace, Raiding, and is of course dedicated to Franz Liszt and his legendary virtuosity. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the music of Franz Liszt and other composers performed by some of the best interpreters in the world, all in the authentic birthplace of this brilliant artist. www.lisztfestival.at
Lucerne Easter Festival, Luzern (17 – 25 March) Each year over 100,000 visitors come to the city to enjoy the world’s top classical musicians 100 | Issue 60 | March 2018