Leipzig announces media festival and music industry pitch

Leipzig is launching several initiatives to support the regional creative and music sectors. The 36th VISIONALE Leipzig media festival is scheduled for November 29, 2026, at Schauspiel Leipzig. The event serves as a hub for young media producers from Saxony to showcase works in film, photography, games, sound, and digital media, concluding with an awards ceremony.

Additionally, the City of Leipzig has introduced an idea pitch to bolster the local music economy. Organized by the Saxony State Association of Cultural and Creative Industries on behalf of the city, the initiative seeks six business or development ideas from companies and solo entrepreneurs in fields such as labels, publishing, management, and marketing. The six winning pitches will each receive 2,500 euros. Applications are open until October 22, 2026.