250 Years Königshardt — Festival Week
District anniversary with festival week in Oberhausen
About 250 Years Königshardt
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250 Years Königshardt — From 1776 to 2026
The Oberhausen district of Königshardt was first documented in 1776 and is celebrating its 250th anniversary in 2026 — with a grand festival week that sets the entire district's life in motion. From Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 12, 2026, the Königshardt Interest Group (KIG), along with clubs, parishes, and volunteers, will present ten days of programming at the IGPF Höhenweg and at various locations in the neighbourhood.
Programme Overview
Friday, July 3, 2026 — Opening
Opening ceremony with traditional keg tapping by the mayor(s) and KIG board. Stage opening at IGPF Höhenweg.
Saturday, July 4, 2026 — "Die Hard(t) Rock(t)"
The big rock music festival featuring bands MOTTEK and Yesterday Allstars. Sold out (as of May 2026).
Sunday, July 5, 2026 — Long Table
The "Lange Tafel Königshardt" — a communal outdoor dinner with the Dutch band Knollentrekkers. Culinary programme by local gastronomy, festive table atmosphere.
Monday, July 6, 2026
Ecumenical church service. Opening of the photo exhibition "250 Years Königshardt" with a concert by the local Big Band.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 — Talent Showcase
Talent Showcase featuring music, poetry, and acrobatics — a stage for local talents from the district.
Wednesday–Friday, July 8–10, 2026
Children's and youth formats. School project performances.
Saturday, July 11, 2026 — Clubs' Day
Grand Day of the Clubs featuring presentations by all Königshardt clubs and groups — sports, culture, social work, scouts.
Sunday, July 12, 2026 — Historical Parade
Grand historical parade with floats and groups depicting the 250-year history of Königshardt. Closing ceremony at Höhenweg.
The Königshardt Interest Group
The organiser is the Königshardt Interest Group (KIG) — a community-driven association that preserves the district's identity. For the anniversary, several working groups are collaborating: infrastructure, programme, catering, sponsoring, and the parade. A 250-year anniversary T-shirt (€20) helps finance the festival; sponsorship memberships starting at €60 include a commemorative pin.
Königshardt — The Oberhausen District
Königshardt is one of Oberhausen's northern districts — historically shaped by its mining tradition (Zeche Osterfeld) and the iron and steel industry. With approximately 8,000 inhabitants, it is a compact district with a distinct identity. The KIG's activities — from district festivals to anniversary programmes — serve as a model for community-driven district work in the Ruhr area.
250 Years Königshardt — edition 2026
Programme 250 Years Königshardt 2026
Friday, July 3, 2026
Festival week opening with keg tapping at IGPF Höhenweg.
Saturday, July 4, 2026
"Die Hard(t) Rock(t)" — Rock festival with MOTTEK and Yesterday Allstars. (Sold out.)
Sunday, July 5, 2026
"Lange Tafel Königshardt" with Dutch band Knollentrekkers.
Monday, July 6, 2026
Ecumenical church service. Exhibition opening with Big Band concert.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Talent Showcase with music, poetry, and acrobatics.
Wednesday–Friday, July 8–10, 2026
Children's and youth programmes. School projects.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Day of the Königshardt Clubs — Presentations by all local groups.
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Grand historical parade. Closing ceremony at Höhenweg.
Highlights 250 Years Königshardt 2026
- 250th anniversary of the district (1776–2026)
- Rock festival with MOTTEK and Yesterday Allstars (sold out)
- Long Table dinner with Dutch band Knollentrekkers
- Grand historical parade on July 12
- Community-driven 10-day programme
Prices 250 Years Königshardt 2026
Admission to almost all events is free. "Die Hard(t) Rock(t)" concert requires a separate ticket (sold out). Anniversary T-shirt €20, sponsorship membership from €60.
Practical information — 250 Years Königshardt
Date
July 3–12, 2026 (10 days).
Location
IGPF Höhenweg and various locations in Königshardt, 46145 Oberhausen.
Admission
Free (except for the "Die Hard(t) Rock(t)" concert: separate ticket, sold out).
Getting There
Bus 962/955 from Oberhausen HBF towards Königshardt. A2/A3 exit Oberhausen.
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Where it takes place 250 Years Königshardt
IGPF Höhenweg und verschiedene Standorte in Königshardt
Höhenweg — IGPF Königshardt, 46145 Oberhausen