
EVENTS
Medical Initiatives
Connecting Healthcare Professionals Across Borders
Our Medical Initiatives program is designed to promote the exchange of expertise and best practices in healthcare. more »
Youth Leadership Program
Empowering the Next Generation of Global Leaders
Recognizing that today’s youth are tomorrow’s changemakers, our Youth Leadership Program more »
Additional Initiatives
Cultural Celebrations & Economic Collaborations
Beyond our primary programs, Sister Cities Arlington also hosts:
- Cultural Exchange Events
- Educational and Economic Partnerships


Germany Committee of Sister Cities of Arlington Texas
Stein Under the Stars August 29 – 5:30 – 10:00 PM
https://levittpavilionarlington.org/events/category/concerts/
Levitt Pavillion “Brave Combo.” Concert at 7:30 pm. Sponsorship is courtesy of First Rate. The members of GRAMMY Award-winning “nuclear polka” band Brave Combo share their love of free, live music in this “Meet the Artist” video by the Levitt Foundation, a series that celebrates the diverse and high caliber artists who have performed on Levitt stages across the country. To register to be part of the VIP reception in the suite, please click here
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/9VFFNMX4Z9CUQ or use the QR code attached.
Germany Committee
Oktoberfest Oct. 24, 2025- Stovall Park, 2800 W. Sublett, Arlington, TX
Get ready to add some oompah to your weekend plans with live German music, food trucks, beverages, yard games and more at Arlington’s annual Oktoberfest celebration. Oktoberfest 2025 is set from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at SJ Stovall Park. This family-friendly event is sponsored by Arlington Parks and Recreation, Sister Cities of Arlington, Texas and the German Band of North Texas. The City of Arlington is celebrating the 74th anniversary of its Sister City relationship with Bad Konigshofen, a small northern Bavarian town in Germany. Click here to learn more about the history of Arlington’s relationship with its Sister City, a “Friendship Solid as a Rock” that started in 1951 and continues through this day. Food truck menus are expected to include bratwurst, pizza, beer, desserts and more. While parking and entrance to Oktoberfest is free, food trucks and other vendors will accept cash or card for purchases.

2025 Texas Christkindl Market
Nov. 21-23 AND Nov. 28 – Dec. 23, 2025
https://txchristkindlmarket.com/
The more than 70+ year relationship between Arlington and its sister city, Bad Königshofen, inspired the Texas Christkindl Market to commemorate its first magical season in 2011. With several markets all over Europe for the holidays, the Texas Christkindl Market also works with its Friendship City and partner Christmas city, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, to bring the same wonderful magic and feeling to Texas. Visitors will discover handcrafted gifts and collectibles, including exclusive Käthe Wohlfahrt merchandise and designs from the iconic Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Village. Hours are 11:00 am – 8:00 pm daily.

