Volleyball flashmob, zoo cabaret, markets and mamboleo – fun (in the sun?) from Saturday to Saturday

With this schizophrenic weather, it’s difficult to predict whether it will shine or rain on our parade. I don’t read the weather forecast anymore, and instead go out with several “just in case” layers, sweater tucked into my bag. A sad picture for the summer, indeed. But at least you can take comfort in the fact that there are a lot of options for what to do in our neck of the (climate-change-screwed-up) woods. It all sounds like fun, but I guess you have to choose at some point (besides bringing an emergency umbrella and perhaps boots and a trench coat). Thanks once again, Marjon, for helping us get out of the house!  

Upcoming public events in Leipzig, 18-25 July

By Marjon Borsboom

18^th & 19^th July ► Flohmarkt – Flea Market at Scheibenholz Racecourse

Entrance fee €1 p.p., kids up to 12y free. Open from 09:00-16:00, pony rides for children between 12:00-16:00 (not free). More info (in German) http://www.scheibenholz.com/termine/floh-troedelmaerkte/

19^th July ► The Market – Streetfood, design & vintage market at Täubchenthal

Discover how cool Leipzig can be during this seasonal ‘hipster’ event in Plagwitz. Streetfood, design & vintage, art, music, stuff to do for kids, they have it all. More info (in German) http://themarket-leipzig.de/ Next date: August 23^rd

19^th July ► Mamboleo SalsaSommer at Musikpavillion

Free open air salsa event with live music from 15:30-19:30 at the Music Pavillion in Clara Zetkin Park. More info on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1415836278742143/ Next date: August 15^th

22^nd – 27^th July ► Sachsen Beach 2015 – Beach Volleyball tournament on Augustusplatz

Because of 1000 years Leipzig, they invite 1000 players to join the game. Also ‘ordinary people’ can join in. More info (in German) http://www.sachsenbeach.de/

24^th July – 07^th August ► 1000 Jahre Leipzig, 1000 Lacher im Zoo

Cabaret show from the ensemble Leipziger Funzel at Gondwanaland in the ZOO. Will most likely be in the dialect of Saxony. More info + online ticket order (in German) http://leipziger-funzel.de/event.php?id=243#content

25^th July (until 26^th) ► Antiques Market at AGRA

Every last weekend of the month, the Agra Grounds transform into a giant second-hand market, both indoor & outdoor. You’ll find furniture, household items, books, reclaimed (industrial) materials, DDR memorabilia etc. The market is very popular and attracts visitors from all over Saxony and beyond. Warning: may cause traffic jams, so consider cycling there or taking a tram. http://www.agra-veranstaltungsgelaende-leipzig.de/texts/agra-troedelmarkt.html Next dates: August 29^th & 30^th