875 Years Stadtsteinach – THE Jubilee
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875 Years Stadtsteinach – THE Jubilee

Grand City Jubilee with Three Historic Anniversaries

Stadtsteinach — Landkreis Kulmbach (09477)
Dates 11 Jul — 12 Jul 2026
Venue Stadtsteinach (09477)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About 875 Years Stadtsteinach

Stadtsteinach in the Upper Franconian district of Kulmbach is celebrating a grand city jubilee in 2026: no fewer than three historic anniversaries fall in this year – 875 years since its first mention (1151), 700 years since being granted city rights, and 500 years since the destruction of Nordeck Castle. The jubilee year runs through the calendar with numerous events, with the central festival weekend on July 11 and 12, 2026, forming the highlight with a parade, festive church service, open-air concert, and stage program. Organized by the City of Stadtsteinach, the jubilee invites locals and guests to celebrate the long history of the town on the edge of the Franconian Forest together.

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Three Jubilees in One Year

In 2026, Stadtsteinach looks back on an extraordinary concentration of historic anniversaries: 875 years since its first documented mention (1151), 700 years since being granted city rights, and 500 years since the destruction of Nordeck Castle. These three jubilees will be celebrated together in 2026 under the motto "875 Years Stadtsteinach – THE Jubilee".

A Jubilee Year Full of Events

The jubilee extends throughout the year. As early as May 23, 2026, there will be a "Day of Volunteering" with an evening concert (Duo Scott & Lila, Jazz, Pop, and Folk). Further program highlights include "Stadtsteinach rollt", the Bobby Car hill climb revival, and an open-air concert with the band RADSPITZ.

The Central Festival Weekend

The highlight is the jubilee weekend on July 11 and 12, 2026, with a grand parade, festive church service, and stage program in the town center. The parade and fireworks make the weekend the emotional focal point of the jubilee year.

Experiencing City History

The jubilee brings the centuries-old history of Stadtsteinach on the edge of the Franconian Forest to life and provides an occasion to celebrate the town's community and identity together. A detailed program flyer is available in local shops and can be downloaded from the city's website.

875 Years Stadtsteinach — edition 2026

The central festival weekend of "875 Years Stadtsteinach – THE Jubilee" takes place on July 11 and 12, 2026. With a grand parade, festive church service, fireworks, and stage program in the town center – the highlight of a jubilee year with three historic anniversaries.

The jubilee year 2026 in Stadtsteinach commemorates three historic anniversaries: 875 years since the first mention (1151), 700 years since being granted city rights, and 500 years since the destruction of Nordeck Castle. The central festival weekend on July 11 and 12, 2026, forms the highlight.

The program includes a grand parade, a festive church service, fireworks, and a stage program in the town center. Other highlights of the jubilee year include the "Day of Volunteering" on May 23, "Stadtsteinach rollt", the Bobby Car hill climb revival, and an open-air concert with RADSPITZ.

Programme 875 Years Stadtsteinach 2026

Jubilee Year 2026 — Selected Dates

  • May 23, 2026 — "Day of Volunteering" with evening concert (Duo Scott & Lila: Jazz, Pop, Folk)
  • "Stadtsteinach rollt" and Bobby Car hill climb revival
  • Open-air concert with the band RADSPITZ

Central Festival Weekend — Saturday/Sunday, July 11/12, 2026

  • Grand Parade through Stadtsteinach
  • Festive Church Service
  • Fireworks
  • Stage program in the town center

A detailed program flyer is available in local shops and can be accessed at www.stadtsteinach.de.

Highlights 875 Years Stadtsteinach 2026

Grand festival weekend on July 11/12 with parade, festive church service, fireworks, and stage program; open-air concert with RADSPITZ; jubilee of three historic anniversaries (875/700/500 years).

Prices 875 Years Stadtsteinach 2026

The parade and public stage program are generally free to attend. Admission fees may apply for individual concerts.

Practical information — 875 Years Stadtsteinach

Getting There

Stadtsteinach is located in the Kulmbach district on the edge of the Franconian Forest, accessible via the B289 from Kulmbach. Travel by car is recommended.

Admission

The parade and public stage program are generally free to attend. Admission fees may apply for individual concerts.

Program

A detailed program flyer is available free of charge in local shops and can be accessed at www.stadtsteinach.de.

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Where it takes place 875 Years Stadtsteinach

Innenstadt Stadtsteinach

Marktplatz 8, 95346 Stadtsteinach

Contact 875 Years Stadtsteinach

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