Heide Park Resort — Pirate Festival

Themed Festival in Northern Germany's Largest Amusement Park

Heide Park Resort in Soltau is Northern Germany's largest amusement park, offering over 40 attractions for all age groups on an area of 850,000 square meters. The park regularly supplements its regular program with themed festivals that add special focus to individual areas or seasonal periods.

Pirate Corner as Festival Backdrop

In Heide Park, the Pirate Corner is its own themed area with the water attraction Bounty, the water carousel, and other pirate-themed elements. The large roller coasters Krake and Big Loop, also located in this area, are integrated into the Pirate Festival. The spatial concentration allows for an immersive theme world.

Shanty Bands and Walk Acts

The festival's focus is on live performances by shanty bands, filling the maritime atmosphere with traditional sailor songs. Walk acts in pirate costumes interact with visitors, creating photo opportunities. These performative elements distinguish the Pirate Festival from a regular park visit and give it a special experiential character.

Stage Program and Themed Offers

A specially tailored stage program complements the walk acts. Pirate shows, interactive stations for children, themed costume events, and gastronomic offers in the maritime world make the festival an all-day experience. The exact program details will be published by the park shortly before the event.

2026 Season

The 2026 season of Heide Park opens on March 28th — with a preview Sunday on March 22nd as the season opener. The Pirate Festival falls in the earlier May weeks, a time when the weather is increasingly stable and the Pentecost holidays mean travel time for many families. With the Pirate Festival, the park sets an early season highlight.