David Garrett – Millennium Symphony Open Air Tour Mönchengladbach

Crossover Violin Under the Open Sky on the Lower Rhine

When summer evenings grow long and the nights on the Lower Rhine are mild, the SparkassenPark Mönchengladbach regularly transforms into one of North Rhine-Westphalia's best open-air stages. On Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM), the world-renowned crossover violinist David Garrett will give his open-air concert as part of the Millennium Symphony Open Air Tour.

The Millennium Symphony: 25 Years of Pop in Classical Guise

The current program „Millennium Symphony” is Garrett's declaration of love to the pop and R&B classics of the last 25 years. The organizers state that „The top hits of the last 25 years” are „transformed into striking sound images”. The setlist includes pieces by Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Ed Sheeran, The Weeknd, and many other pop stars – all rearranged for solo violin and orchestra by a classically trained violin virtuoso who bridges the gap between popular and classical music like few others.

Who is David Garrett?

David Garrett, born in Aachen, is now one of the most successful classical artists worldwide. Over 5 million CDs sold, 5.6 billion streams, 17 albums with a total of 18 Top Ten chart positions in Europe and the USA. 14 platinum and 32 gold awards. His blend of classical violin technique and crossover programming has opened him up to an audience far beyond the traditional classical clientele.

SparkassenPark Mönchengladbach — Hockey Meets Open Air

The SparkassenPark Mönchengladbach at Am Hockeypark 1 is one of the region's most established open-air venues. Originally a hockey stadium, the park has developed into an event location for concerts and festivals – with excellent acoustics due to the open stadium grounds and good visibility from all seats. In the summer of 2026, a whole series of other major acts are expected here in addition to Garrett.

Tickets, Travel, and Accessibility

General ticket sales began on November 14, 2025, via Eventim. Wheelchair spaces are sold out. Special arrangements for people with disabilities are possible upon request – contact SparkassenPark.

Mönchengladbach on the Lower Rhine

With nearly 270,000 inhabitants, Mönchengladbach is a medium-sized major city on the Lower Rhine, known for Borussia, its former textile industry heritage, and a vibrant cultural sector. The city is located just 30 minutes west of Düsseldorf, easily accessible via the A52 and A61 motorways. SparkassenPark in Mönchengladbach-Süd can be reached directly via the A52 (Mönchengladbach-Hockeypark exit).