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30th ADVENT BENEFIT CONCERT OF BMW MUNICH.

In collaboration with the Bavarian State Orchestra.

25 30 YEARS

"To mark the 30th anniversary of the Advent benefit concert, we would like to give children and young people in Munich new hope and a zest for life. This year, we are supporting the World Childhood Foundation with the Childhood House in Munich and the German José Carreras Leukemia Foundation with a donation project at the Schwabing Children's Hospital. Your donation is more than just help - it gives perspectives and changes lives. Let's make a difference together! Please help us!"

Bernd Döpke, Manager BMW Branch Munich

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Achieving more together.

The Advent benefit concert also in livestream.

Come and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the BMW Advent Benefit Concert on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. In a unique location, the Herkulessaal of the Residenz, you can expect an unforgettable musical experience both on site and in the livestream. The renowned Bavarian State Orchestra will present an enchanting program that will touch hearts. Look forward to a magical performance that perfectly rounds off the pre-Christmas atmosphere.
Be there and let yourself be enchanted by the wonderful music.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail at benefizkonzert@bmw.de.

German José Carreras Leukaemia Foundation & World Childhood Foundation Germany.

This year, all proceeds from the concert will once again be donated to two organisations. Firstly, the German José Carreras Leukaemia Foundation, which aims to continuously improve treatment options through advances in leukaemia research. And secondly, the World Childhood Foundation Germany, where victims or witnesses of sexualised, physical and psychological violence can find a child-friendly, multidisciplinary and outpatient contact point.

The donation recipients. What you donate for!

Käfer Advent reception.

We invite you to the foyer of the Herkulessaal from 5:30 pm.

Christmas atmosphere at its best with our traditional Advent reception before the benefit concert. We look forward to getting you in the mood for a wonderful evening with delicious snacks and drinks.

The best part - we can do good together here too. Thanks to a generous donation from Käfer, Christmas treats can be purchased. The German José Carreras Leukaemia Foundation and the World Childhood Foundation Germany will receive all proceeds from the sale.

30 YEARS
OF THE BMW ADVENT BENEFIT CONCERT.

Since 1996, world-class musicians have joined forces with the BMW Munich branch to support a good cause. With its impressive 30-year tradition, the BMW Advent Benefit Concert has a firm place in Munich's cultural scene and is one of the city's most prestigious events. Thanks to the support of our loyal guests and partners, we have so far been able to raise more than 3.1 million euros for social projects in Munich. We would like to express our sincere thanks for this great support! In 2025, we will continue the successful Advent tradition and cordially invite you to become part of this special event at the Herkulessaal.

Since 1996, world-class musicians have joined forces with the BMW Munich branch to support a good cause. With its impressive 30-year tradition, the BMW Advent Benefit Concert has a firm place in Munich's cultural scene and is one of the city's most prestigious events. Thanks to the support of our loyal guests and partners, we have so far been able to raise more than 3.1 million euros for social projects in Munich. We would like to express our sincere thanks for this great support! In 2025, we will continue the successful Advent tradition and cordially invite you to become part of this special event at the Herkulessaal.

Princess Ursula of Bavaria hands over patronage to Duchess Marie Caroline in Bavaria.

"It has always been a matter close to my heart to act as patron of the BMW Advent Charity Concert.

For me, the benefit concert is something very special - an evening that creates hope and provides concrete help for disadvantaged or sick children and young people in Munich.

After 25 years, I am delighted to hand over this office to Duchess Marie Caroline in Bavaria."

Prinzessin Ursula von Bayern

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30 years of helping children in need.
The Advent Benefit Concert has helped children in need for 30 years.
– and will continue in 2025
All together in a live stream
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Support where it is needed.

 

All proceeds and donations from the concert will be donated in full to projects supporting disadvantaged children and young people in Munich. Every year the recipients and projects are selected with great care in cooperation with our patron, Princess Ursula of Bavaria.

 

Classical music – a bridge between the generations.

 

Classical music brings people together. During the Christmas season in particular, it spreads a special atmosphere of festivity, warmth and wellbeing. We are proud to have the support of our partner, the Bavarian State Opera – one of the world’s leading opera houses.

 

Benefits for all.

 

The Advent benefit concert is an enrichment in two respects: on the one hand, it is a benefit for all audience members, who experience a concert with fantastic artists who musically ring in the upcoming Christmas festivities. But above all, it is also a benefit for disadvantaged children and young people in Munich, who will benefit from the proceeds. This year, your donation will support the German José Carreras Leukaemia Foundation and the World Childhood Foundation Germany.

 

With the kind support of our partners.

Support the two donation projects.

Donations for our institutions.

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