27th Hermsdorfer Straßenfest 2026
Traditional street festival on the historic Regensburger Straße — Open Monument Day with street music, crafts, and folklore
About Hermsdorfer Straßenfest
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A Historic Trade Route in Festival Mode
The Hermsdorfer Straßenfest is one of the oldest and most traditional street festivals in East Thuringia. Since 1993, the Alte Regensburger Straße — Hermsdorf's historic main axis — transforms into an open festival mile on the second weekend of September for Open Monument Day. In 2026, the 27th edition will take place on September 12th and 13th.
The Alte Regensburger Straße as a Venue
The festival mile stretches from the historic inn «Zum schwarzen Bär» — Hermsdorf's oldest building — to the inn «Zur Linde». Both buildings are part of the listed architectural substance of the former trade route, which connected Regensburg and Leipzig in the Middle Ages and gave Hermsdorf its geographical significance. During the festival, the houses along this axis become stages, stalls, and seating areas.
Crafts, Folklore, and Musical Diversity
The program showcases remarkable musical diversity: street music, folklore, country, Dixieland, and brass bands alternate on the various stages along the street. In addition, craftspeople present demonstrations — from blacksmithing and weaving to carpentry — and local clubs set up stalls and offer programs. Art stalls and small galleries open their doors as part of Open Monument Day.
Opening on Saturday Evening
Traditionally, the festival kicks off on Saturday evening with a dance event in the courtyard of the Gasthof «Zum schwarzen Bär». Live bands provide the festive opening, accompanied by bratwurst and beer. On Sunday, the stalls along the entire street open — from morning until late afternoon, visitors from Hermsdorf, the Saale-Holzland district, and beyond flock to the event.
Hermsdorf in the Saale-Holzland District
Hermsdorf is located in the Saale-Holzland district (state of Thuringia) at the Hermsdorf motorway junction (A4/A9) — historically a crossroads between southern and central Germany. The street festival culturally preserves this tradition of transport and trade. Travel via A4 or A9, exit Hermsdorf-Ost.
Hermsdorfer Straßenfest — edition 2026
2026 Season — 27th Edition on Open Monument Day
The 27th edition adheres to the proven model: Saturday dance evening in the inn's courtyard as the kick-off, Sunday open street festival along the entire length of the Alte Regensburger Straße. Both days are dedicated to the nationwide Open Monument Day — Hermsdorf's listed buildings will be visible and accessible.
Programme Hermsdorfer Straßenfest 2026
Saturday, September 12th, 2026 — Dance Evening
- Evening opening in the courtyard of the Gasthof «Zum schwarzen Bär»
- Live band and dance evening
- Bratwurst, beer, mulled wine in the late summer atmosphere
Sunday, September 13th, 2026 — Main Festival
- Market activities along the entire length of the Alte Regensburger Straße
- Street music, folklore, country, Dixieland, brass bands
- Craft demonstrations: blacksmithing, weaving, carpentry, pottery
- Club stalls, bratwurst, regional specialties
- Open Monument Day — listed buildings open their doors
Detailed program and stage schedule available at vg-hermsdorf.de.
Highlights Hermsdorfer Straßenfest 2026
- 27th edition of the traditional Hermsdorfer Straßenfest
- Open Monument Day — listed buildings open
- Music: Folklore, Country, Dixieland, Brass Bands, Street Music
- Craft demonstrations along the street
- Dance evening Saturday in the courtyard of Gasthof Zum schwarzen Bär
- Historic Alte Regensburger Straße as festival backdrop
- Free admission
Prices Hermsdorfer Straßenfest 2026
Admission to the festival is free. Payment at the stands for food, drinks, and craft products. Open Monument Day: free access to participating listed buildings.
Practical information — Hermsdorfer Straßenfest
Date 2026
Saturday, September 12th, and Sunday, September 13th, 2026.
Location
Alte Regensburger Straße between Gasthof «Zum schwarzen Bär» and Gasthof «Zur Linde», 07629 Hermsdorf.
Getting There
By car: A4/A9 exit Hermsdorf-Ost, follow signs to the town center. By train: Hermsdorf-Klosterlausnitz station, then bus to the center.
Admission
Free.
Accommodation
Hotels and guesthouses in Hermsdorf, Jena (15 km), and Stadtroda.
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Where it takes place Hermsdorfer Straßenfest
Alte Regensburger Straße Hermsdorf
Alte Regensburger Straße, 07629 Hermsdorf