26th Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival
Airport Life — Airshows, Antonov AN-2 Parachute Record and A400M Fly-In — May 30th and 31st, 2026
About Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival
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Airport Life — The Airfield Becomes a Festival Ground
The Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield is located about 5 kilometers southeast of the city of Altenburg in the Altenburger Land district, just before the Saxon border. What serves regular sport flights and general aviation during the week transforms into a festival ground on the last weekend of May 2026. The 26th Airfield Festival is one of the largest open-air events in Altenburger Land, attracting visitors from Thuringia, Saxony, and all of Central Germany.
Airshows from Morning to Evening
Over two days, the program is packed: aerobatic demonstrations with historical and modern aircraft, formation flying, vintage flights, plus scenic flights for visitors who want to experience Altenburger Land from a bird's-eye view. Anyone who has always wondered what it feels like to be in the air in an Antonov AN-2 — the world's largest single-engine biplane — has the chance here.
Record Attempt: 50 Skydivers from Antonov AN-2
The highlight of the 2026 edition is an announced record attempt: 50 skydivers jumping simultaneously from several Antonov AN-2 aircraft over the airfield. This is not only visually spectacular — when 50 parachutes open at the same time, the sky becomes a mosaic — but also a masterstroke in logistics and organization. The Flugsportverein Altenburger Land has gathered several AN-2s from across Europe for this purpose.
German Armed Forces A400M and Family Program
The German Armed Forces have announced a fly-in with an Airbus A400M (subject to current operational deployment). The A400M is one of Europe's largest transport aircraft and is rarely seen in a civilian setting. If it comes, there will be walkthrough opportunities.
For families, there is a dedicated program: childcare, bouncy castles, games for the little ones, guided bus tours across the airfield (which is normally not accessible), and extensive catering from hearty sausage and burger stands to sweet crepes and ice cream.
Admission €12, Children Up to 14 Free
Admission is clearly regulated: €12 for adults, children up to 14 years have free admission — a family-friendly price for a two-day major event. There are ample free parking facilities on site.
Altenburg — The Skat Capital
Altenburg, the district's administrative town, is known as the 'Skat Capital' of Germany — the game of Skat was invented here. With the Residential Palace (site of the Prince's Robbery spectacle), the Lindenau Museum, the historic old town, and the Playing Card Museum, a visit to the city is definitely worthwhile after or before the airfield festival. The city is celebrating its anniversary year '1050 Years of Altenburg' in 2026.
Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival — edition 2026
Two Days of Aviation Festival
On May 30th and 31st, 2026, Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield becomes the stage for aerobatics, a record attempt, and a German Armed Forces fly-in. Every day from 10 AM, the stage and flight program runs until 6 PM, with a dense sequence of demonstrations, scenic flight opportunities, and family activities.
Record and A400M
The highlight is the announced record attempt — 50 skydivers jumping simultaneously from several AN-2s — and the German Armed Forces A400M fly-in. The latter depends on operational deployment but is a typical magnet for aviation enthusiasts.
Programme Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival 2026
Program 26th Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival 2026
- Saturday, May 30th, 2026:
- 10:00 AM — Opening of the festival grounds
- Flight program: Aerobatics, vintage flights, demonstrations
- Scenic flights for visitors (for a fee)
- Guided bus tours across the airfield
- 6:00 PM — End of the day
- Sunday, May 31st, 2026:
- 10:00 AM — Opening
- Record Attempt: 50 skydivers from Antonov AN-2 aircraft
- Fly-In: German Armed Forces Airbus A400M (subject to operational deployment)
- Further airshow programs
- Scenic flights for visitors
- 6:00 PM — End of the festival
- Family Program: Childcare, bouncy castles, guided bus tours across the airfield, which is normally not accessible
- Catering: Sausages, burgers, crepes, ice cream, drinks
- Accompanying Program: Walkthrough opportunities at the aircraft, model aircraft demonstrations
Detailed program and confirmations on the organizer's website and via @Flugplatzfest.altenburg_nobitz on Instagram and Facebook.
Highlights Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival 2026
- Record attempt: 50 skydivers simultaneously from AN-2 aircraft
- German Armed Forces A400M fly-in (subject to operational deployment)
- Aerobatics, vintage flights, scenic flights for visitors
- Guided bus tours across the airfield
- Children up to 14 years free admission
- Family program with childcare
Prices Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival 2026
Adults €12 (box office). Children up to 14 years free. Free parking at the airfield. Scenic flights range from €30–€80 depending on the aircraft and route — book on site.
Practical information — Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival
Date and Opening Hours
Saturday, May 30th, 2026, and Sunday, May 31st, 2026, 10:00 AM — 6:00 PM daily.
Location
Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield, Am Flughafen 1, 04603 Nobitz, Altenburger Land district. Approximately 5 km southeast of the city of Altenburg.
Admission
Adults €12. Children up to 14 years free. Free parking on site.
Program Highlights
- Airshow programs from 10 AM to 6 PM
- Record attempt: 50 skydivers from Antonov AN-2 aircraft
- Planned fly-in: German Armed Forces Airbus A400M (subject to operational deployment)
- Scenic flights for visitors
- Vintage flights
- Family program and childcare
- Guided bus tours across the airfield
- Catering and snacks
Getting There
Altenburg station (Leipzig — Hof line), then bus or taxi. A4 exit Schmölln or Altenburg, then B7 or B93. Parking at the airfield is signposted.
Social Media
Updates and current program changes via @Flugplatzfest.altenburg_nobitz on Instagram and Facebook.
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Where it takes place Altenburg-Nobitz Airfield Festival
Flughafen Altenburg-Nobitz
Am Flughafen 1, 04603 Nobitz