A look at diverse, dramatic {Dresden

• Country: Germany
• Population: 1,143,197
• Official Language: German
• Nearby Cities: Frankfurt, Potsdam, Prague

Dresden will surprise you with all manner of hidden treasures. It's a European centre for alternative music as well as having one of the oldest opera traditions in the world. It has dozens of cult cinemas and cabaret venues and has always held outdoor classical and contemporary music concerts during the summer months. There are also many choirs that you can see performing in the city's myriad theatres and concert halls, some of which date back many centuries. This is a city that has become one of the most diverse cultural destinations on earth. When you buy or sell Dresden event tickets on StubHub it promises to be a rewarding experience for everyone.

Traditional opera meets cabaret satire Dresden

Dresden has an enviable operatic history, having built its first opera house in the mid-1600s. The Saxon State Opera is the city's main ensemble, with its classical music sister company, Sächsische Staatskapelle Dresden, one of the oldest orchestras in the world. Don't miss the opportunity to view their performances when you book Dresden event tickets. There's also the Dresden Philharmonic, so lovers of classical music will have plenty to occupy them when visiting. Cabaret is another important art form in Dresden – it's one of the homes of that particular form of German satirical political cabaret made famous by the movie of the same name. For more mainstream theatre, look out for productions at the many different locations run by the Dresden State Theatre.

Dresden, an alternative music haven

Dresden has long been something of an alternative music enclave, going all the way back to the 1970s, so reunion tours of iconic "underground" and metal bands have constantly stopped here, including the really big names like Sisters of Mercy and Anthrax. The venue to go to is Alter Schlachthof, so if that's your bag, look for that name when booking Dresden event tickets. More mainstream acts can be found at Kulturpalast Dresden. Football is a particularly big sport in Dresden, with Dynamo Dresden one of East Germany's most successful teams of the Cold War era. Get yourself some tickets to Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion to watch them in action.

Attractions in German cities close by

Dresden is in the far east of Germany, making it easy to visit other major cities in the country like Leipzig. Take a trip there to watch the renowned Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra in performance. Berlin is a bit further to the north, with its innumerable tourist attractions and venues as one of the world main entertainment centres. If you prefer something a bit more rural, head off to Freiburg for a tour of its comedy theatres. As always, you can find them on StubHub and get your tickets instantly.