Name: Heidenheim Faschingssturm 2026 — Grand Parade 2026
Start: 2026-01-31T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-31T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Schloss Arkaden / Fußgängerzone Heidenheim

Heidenheim Faschingssturm

About Heidenheim Faschingssturm

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, the Heidenheim Faschingssturm — the grand parade of the carnival weeks in the Heidenheim district. Starting at 10:00 AM, preliminary performances begin at Schloss Arkaden, around 12:00 PM the parade starts with over 400 costumed figures from numerous guilds through the pedestrian zone. After the parade, DJs and traditional carnival bands play at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz and Elmar-Doch-Haus. Local bakeries and butchers provide refreshments. Free admission.

Dates 31 Jan — 31 Jan 2026

Venue Heidenheim an der Brenz (08135)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Heidenheim Faschingssturm — edition 2026

The Heidenheim Faschingssturm 2026 takes place on Saturday, January 31. From 10:00 AM, preliminary performances at Schloss Arkaden, around 12:00 PM the parade starts with over 400 costumed figures through the pedestrian zone. After the parade, DJ music and carnival bands at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz, catering by local bakeries and butchers. Free admission.

Faschingssturm 2026 in the City Center

The Faschingssturm 2026 is the highlight of the Heidenheim Fasnet days. From 10:00 AM at Schloss Arkaden, Karlstraße 12, with preliminary performances by Heidenheim guilds and Guggenmusiken. The guilds present themselves at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz and Elmar-Doch-Haus.

At 12:00 PM, the actual parade begins. Over 400 costumed figures march through the pedestrian zone — a colorful mix of traditional Häs figures, Guggen, drummers, and themed floats.

Highlights Heidenheim Faschingssturm 2026

Over 400 costumed figures in the parade
Program from 10:00 AM — continuously until the afternoon
Midday parade starting at 12:00 PM
DJ party after the parade at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz
Catering by Heidenheim local businesses

Programme Heidenheim Faschingssturm 2026

Schedule of Events January 31, 2026

10:00 AM: Start at Schloss Arkaden — Performances by Heidenheim guilds and Guggenmusiken
10:00 AM–11:30 AM: Guild presentations at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz and Elmar-Doch-Haus
12:00 PM: Grand parade starts — over 400 costumed figures through the pedestrian zone
After the parade: DJ music and carnival bands at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz

Catering

Bäckerei Gnaier — sandwiches, sweet pastries
Peerless Dine — hot meals
Genuss Werkstatt — vegetarian and hearty options
Metzgerei Schröder — currywurst, Schwarzwurst specialties
Mulled wine, punch, non-alcoholic hot drinks

Guilds (typical)

Heidenheim local guilds
Friendly groups from the Brenz valley
Bavarian groups from Swabia
Groups from the Ries region

Prices Heidenheim Faschingssturm 2026

Admission is completely free. Food and drinks at the stands of Heidenheim local businesses (Bäckerei Gnaier, Peerless Dine, Genuss Werkstatt, Metzgerei Schröder) at usual festival prices. Mulled wine and punch approx. 3–4 EUR.

Practical information

Practical information — Heidenheim Faschingssturm

Getting There

Schloss Arkaden, Karlstraße 12, 89518 Heidenheim an der Brenz. It's about a 5-minute walk from Heidenheim train station to the city center. By car via the B 19 (from the south) or B 466 (from the north). Parking available in the city center parking garages and at Brenzpark.

Admission

Faschingssturm and parade are free of charge. Food and drinks at the stands at usual prices.

With Children

Family-friendly event — many themed floats throw candy. Dress children warmly — the city center alleys can be cold in January temperatures.

The Faschingssturm of Schloss Arkaden

The Heidenheim Faschingssturm 2026 takes place on Saturday, January 31, in downtown Heidenheim. The event is organized by Schloss Arkaden (the city's central shopping center) in cooperation with the Heidenheim Narrenzünfte (carnival guilds). The format combines a classic Fasnet parade with activities at and in the shopping center, making Heidenheim the carnival center of the Brenz valley for a day.

Program from Morning to Late Afternoon

From 10:00 AM, the first performances by Heidenheim guilds and Guggenmusiken (carnival bands) start at and in Schloss Arkaden, Karlstraße 12. The guilds present themselves at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz and Elmar-Doch-Haus — both central squares in the city center. At 12:00 PM, the actual parade begins. With verve, over 400 costumed figures from Heidenheim and friendly guilds march through the pedestrian zone — a colorful mix of traditional Häs figures, Guggenmusiken, themed floats, and drummers.

After the Parade — Party at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz

After the parade, the festivities continue at Eugen-Jaekle-Platz. DJs play current charts and classics, traditional carnival and Guggen bands take the stage. Mulled wine and punch provide warmth during the often cold January temperatures. Local restaurants offer currywurst, sandwiches, and hearty Schwarzwurst specialties.

Catering by Local Businesses

Catering is provided by local Heidenheim businesses: Bäckerei Gnaier, Peerless Dine, Genuss Werkstatt, and Metzgerei Schröder. Mulled wine, punch, and non-alcoholic hot drinks are also available.

Carnival in the Brenz Valley

The carnival tradition in the Brenz valley (Heidenheim, Sontheim, Bopfingen, Aalen) dates back a long way and is part of the Swabian-Alemannic Fasnet culture. The Heidenheim Faschingssturm brings together guilds from the entire district as well as friendly groups from Bavaria (Swabia-Bavaria) and the Ries region.