The complete set of additional events, activities, and offerings organized around a main event such as a conference, trade fair, or celebration.
example
Neben den Fachvorträgen gab es bei der Konferenz auch ein interessantes Rahmenprogramm mit Stadtführung und Abendessen.
In addition to the specialist lectures, the conference also had an interesting supporting program with a city tour and dinner.
Usage tips
Compound word
The word consists of 'der Rahmen' (frame) and 'das Programm' (program). So it describes the events that 'frame' the main event like a picture.
EXAMPLE
Das Rahmenprogramm bildet den 'Rahmen' um die eigentliche Hauptveranstaltung.
The supporting program forms the 'frame' around the actual main event.
Typical context
This word is almost always used in connection with organized events such as conferences, meetings, trade fairs, or official celebrations.
EXAMPLE
Das Rahmenprogramm der Tagung umfasste eine Bootsfahrt und einen gemeinsamen Abend im Theater.
The supporting program of the conference included a boat trip and a group evening at the theater.
Typical collocations
Common verbs in this context are 'ein Rahmenprogramm anbieten' (to offer a supporting program) or 'am Rahmenprogramm teilnehmen' (to take part in the supporting program). Adjectives are often 'abwechslungsreich' (varied), 'kulturell' (cultural), or 'unterhaltsam' (entertaining).
EXAMPLE
Viele Teilnehmer haben sich für das kulturelle Rahmenprogramm angemeldet.
Many participants signed up for the cultural supporting program.