Münchner Creativ Sommer Munich

The Munich Creative Summer is an annual consumer exhibition dedicated to arts and crafts, DIY projects, creative hobbies and needlecrafts. It takes place at Zenith and Motorworld Munich, two distinctive event venues in the north of the city whose industrial character provides the ideal setting for a contemporary creative lifestyle show.

The Munich Creative Summer is organised by Okken GmbH, an experienced exhibition organiser specialising in consumer events. With its broad and varied concept, the show appeals to creative beginners and experienced hobbyists alike, as well as craft enthusiasts, families and trade visitors from the retail, arts and crafts, creative industries and education sectors. Rather than focusing on individual techniques, the exhibition showcases the full spectrum of creative hobbies, from traditional handicrafts to the latest DIY trends.

The exhibition features a comprehensive range of arts and crafts supplies, fabrics, sewing accessories, patchwork materials, wool, yarns, felt, paper, scrapbooking and stamping products, paints, brushes, drawing materials, jewellery-making components, beads, gemstones, as well as products for embroidery, diamond painting and a wide variety of craft projects. The range is complemented by baking and cake decorating supplies, together with numerous DIY kits and gift ideas for both beginners and experienced makers. Visitors can discover the latest products, purchase them directly at the show and benefit from expert advice provided by manufacturers and specialist retailers.

One of the exhibition's highlights is its extensive programme of interactive activities. A wide variety of workshops and hands-on creative sessions for adults and children give visitors the opportunity to try out new techniques and develop practical skills. The programme covers both the latest creative trends—including resin and casting techniques, silicone moulds, speciality paints, stencil art and contemporary blob painting—as well as traditional handicraft techniques.

Exhibitors represent every area of the creative sector, including arts and crafts supplies, the textile and needlecraft industries, stationery, artists' materials, jewellery design, artisan crafts, baking supplies and specialist craft retail. This creates a diverse marketplace where leading companies, specialist manufacturers and independent suppliers showcase their latest products, materials and services. Key visitor groups include hobby crafters, sewing enthusiasts, knitters and crocheters, artists, designers, artisan makers, families, workshop tutors and buyers from the craft and specialist retail sectors.

Zenith and Motorworld Munich are among the Bavarian capital's best-known event venues. Both are easily accessible by public transport—particularly via the U6 underground line and several bus routes—as well as by car. The surrounding area also offers a wide selection of restaurants, hotels and leisure facilities, making a visit to the Munich Creative Summer an enjoyable day out that extends well beyond the exhibition itself.

The Münchner Creativ Sommer will take place on 2 days from Saturday, 11. July to Sunday, 12. July 2026 in Munich.