Dining out: to start an evening in Dresden, head to one of many fine restaurants scattered in the city. Dresden offers all kinds of cuisine including the traditional Saxony dishes such as sour roasts and potato soup. Dining out in Dresden is an unforgettable experience and is also guaranteed to leave your taste buds wanting more. Nightclub: once the meal is over, check out many steamy nightclubs where you can mingle with the locals and like-minded tourists. Dance the night away to various beats at one of many venues. Festival: those with hearty spirits will love Dresden for its selection of fun-filled festivals. The biggest Jazz Festival in the continent is held here during mid-May. Expect to find an array of artists from all over the world arriving in the city. Another interesting event is the Filmnachte, taking place between June to August, where a huge cinema screen is set up and a number of quality concerts are performed on the banks of the River Elbe. Shopping: is another popular way to spend your free time in Dresden. Renowned for a number of high-end stores are the areas around Ferdinandplatz leading to Sankt-Petersburger Strasse. | 
