The Central Roof is the main stage of "The Roofs" and brings festival-goers together at the Theatron in front of Olympiasee. No matter if young or old, everyone will find something to enjoy within the diverse programme on the Central Stage. It will also service as the main stage for the big opening ceremony. Culture, music and sporting highlights are celebrated here. The Central Stage offers an ideal setting for concerts by major German and international acts, readings by authors and the gathering of athletes. The programme on the Central Stage offers daily concerts by major German and international acts, readings by authors, feel good sessions and talks on current and relevant topics.

On 15 August our sponsor Red Bull will do a complete stage take over. National Qualifier Süd will host the popular dance battle "Dance Your Style" onstage. The visitors will be enchanted by Bavaria's best performers, breakers and dance groups. In the evening, a Red Bull DJ will play.

On the second weekend of the European Championships, we have something special planned for our youngest fans. The band Andy und die Affenbande will get the little ones jump for joy in the afternoon. In addition, visitors can look forward to a performance by a well-known Munich circus.

The lawn steps in front of the stage invite you to watch and linger. With countless food trucks on Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz, they are also the perfect place for a picnic with friends and family. Sports enthusiasts can get a deeper insight into the nine European championships every day with (expert) talks, public screenings and the athletics medal ceremonies. And best of all: everything is free of charge.