Aufwind! Festival Stormarn

School Project with a Societal Goal

«Aufwind! — Kreative Brise Stormarn» is a school project initiated by the working group «Stormarn kulturell stärken» (Strengthening Stormarn Culturally) — consisting of the Kreis Stormarn (Stormarn District), the Sparkassen-Kulturstiftung (Savings Bank Cultural Foundation), and the Bürgerstiftung Stormarn (Stormarn Community Foundation). Eight Stormarn schools — primary and community schools, a special needs school — are working with regional authors on topics related to contemporary literature, climate justice, diversity, and societal futures. The focus is on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Festival at Schloss Reinbek

On May 28, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the schools' results will be presented at Schloss Reinbek — one of the most beautiful Renaissance complexes in the Hamburg metropolitan region, located in the south of the Stormarn district. The rooms and the castle park will be used for stage performances, an exhibition of student work, and interactive supporting programs. Free admission. Families are explicitly invited.

Diverse Supporting Program

In addition to the student presentations, there will be:

• Upcycling workshops with the Reinbek City Library and regional climate coordinators
• Seed library — exchange and advice station for regional seeds
• Climate protection stations with interactive hands-on activities
• Stage with readings, performances, and musical contributions from the schools

Participating Schools

• Community schools in Ahrensburg and Reinbek
• Primary schools in Ahrensburg, Glinde, and Hamberge
• Specialized support centers

Funding and Organizers

The festival is funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the European Social Fund (ESF Plus), and the Ministry of Culture of Schleswig-Holstein. The working group «Stormarn kulturell stärken», led by the Kreis Stormarn, is the organizer.