Ehinger Marktplatz Kino
Open-air cinema on Ehingen's market square with lounge, street food, and cinema atmosphere under the starry sky
About Marktplatz Kino Ehingen
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Marktplatz-Kino Ehingen — Summer Cinema Under the Starry Sky
The Ehinger Marktplatz-Kino is one of the most charming open-air cinemas in Upper Swabia. For four evenings, the historic market square of Ehingen (Danube) transforms into a large, open-air cinema hall. Against the backdrop of the late Gothic Liebfrauenkirche and the pastel-colored burgher houses of the 18th century, a special atmosphere is created that no multiplex can offer — summer air, the distant sounds of the city, a glass of wine, and above all: watching together with hundreds of others under the open sky.
Program and Film Selection
The City of Ehingen is responsible for the organization, but the film selection is made by Central Center Kino Ehingen — the local cinema operator that caters to the region's cinephiles year-round. The program features a mix of summer comedies, family films, and major cinematic hits that premiered in the spring and can now be enjoyed outdoors with the whole family. The official film list will be released a few weeks before the festival on the city's website.
Ehingen Lounge and Street Food
Around the screen, the city sets up a small lounge area: beanbags, high tables, subdued lighting, and chillout music before the film begins. Local restaurateurs provide the audience with street food — burgers, bowls, vegan options, regional wines, and of course, the famous Ehinger Popcorn, which has become the festival's culinary trademark. The lounge opens about an hour before the film starts, allowing guests to arrive early and relax.
Ehingen (Danube) — The Historic Fortress Town
With just under 27,000 inhabitants, Ehingen is the largest town in the Alb-Donau district. The town is picturesquely situated at the transition from the Swabian Jura to the Danube valley — and despite its rural charm, it is a former fortress town with impressive architecture. The market square, with the Liebfrauenkirche, Konviktsgebäude, and Baroque burgher houses, is considered one of the most beautiful in all of Upper Swabia.
Bad Weather Alternative: Central Center Kino
Open-air events always carry a risk. Should bad weather be forecast for the day of the event, the film will be shown instead in one of the halls of the Central Center Kino Ehingen. The decision is traditionally made on the afternoon of the respective screening day and communicated via the city of Ehingen's website and the official Instagram account. This ensures the film is guaranteed to be shown — no matter what the summer sky decides.
Marktplatz Kino Ehingen — edition 2026
Marktplatz-Kino Ehingen 2026
Four summer evenings, a large open-air screen, and Ehingen's historic market square as the backdrop: from Thursday, August 6, to Sunday, August 9, 2026, the city of Ehingen (Danube) invites you to the annual Marktplatz-Kino in cooperation with Central Center Kino. The event traditionally marks the start of the summer holidays in Baden-Württemberg.
Around the screen, a lounge area is set up with beanbags, chillout music, and small bars. Local restaurateurs provide the audience with burgers, bowls, and vegan specialties; Ehinger Popcorn is the festival's culinary trademark. Films start after dark, around 9:30 PM. Should the weather not cooperate, the film will be moved to the Central Center Kino hall — the decision will be announced on the afternoon of each day on the city's website and via Instagram.
Programme Marktplatz Kino Ehingen 2026
Program Marktplatz-Kino Ehingen — August 6–9, 2026
Thursday, August 6, 2026
- From approx. 8:00 PM — Lounge opens, food trucks and bar
- Approx. 9:30 PM — Film start (program to be announced a few weeks prior)
Friday, August 7, 2026
- From approx. 8:00 PM — Lounge and street food
- Approx. 9:30 PM — Film start
Saturday, August 8, 2026
- From approx. 8:00 PM — Lounge and street food
- Approx. 9:30 PM — Film start (typically: family film slot)
Sunday, August 9, 2026
- From approx. 8:00 PM — Lounge and street food
- Approx. 9:30 PM — Film start (festival closing)
Film Titles: The specific film program is curated by Central Center Kino and will be published on the city of Ehingen's website and Instagram a few weeks before the festival. Experience suggests: comedies, action films, and family movies, with at least one animated film for younger audiences.
In Case of Rain
Relocation to the Central Center Kino hall. Announcement made on the afternoon of the screening day.
Highlights Marktplatz Kino Ehingen 2026
- Open-air cinema on the historic market square
- Four film evenings from Thursday to Sunday
- Lounge area with beanbags and chillout music
- Local street food vendors and bars
- Ehinger Popcorn as the culinary trademark
- Bad weather alternative: Central Center Kino
- Start of the summer holidays
Prices Marktplatz Kino Ehingen 2026
Ticket prices and film program will be announced a few weeks before the festival on ehingen.de. Prices are typically in line with regular cinema tickets (significantly cheaper than big-city multiplexes).
Practical information — Marktplatz Kino Ehingen
Getting There
Train: Ehingen (Donau) station — a 5-minute walk to the market square from there.
Car: A7 exit Ulm-West, then B30 / B311 to Ehingen. Parking available at the town hall or Donauwiese.
Bicycle: The Danube Cycle Path runs directly through Ehingen — ideal for arriving by bike.
Start Time
Film starts after dark (approx. 9:30 PM in August). Lounge and food trucks open about an hour beforehand.
Admission
Ticket prices and film program will be announced a few weeks before the festival on ehingen.de.
Bad Weather
In case of rain, the film will be shown at Central Center Kino Ehingen. Decision made on the afternoon of the respective day — on the city's website and via Instagram.
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Where it takes place Marktplatz Kino Ehingen
Marktplatz Ehingen (Donau), Schlechtwetter-Variante: Central Center Kino
Marktplatz, 89584 Ehingen (Donau)