Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß
A night full of music, culture, and encounters in the Oberpfalz
About Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß
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One town, one night, all senses
Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß is the flagship event of the northern Oberpfalz: On a single evening, squares, shops, the local history museum, and the striking Renaissance Friedrichsburg Castle open their doors to a broad cultural audience. Strolling through the old town, you'll encounter new sound worlds and culinary offerings every minute.
Vohenstrauß and Friedrichsburg Castle
Vohenstrauß is the central town between Weiden and the Czech border, located in the Neustadt an der Waldnaab district, Bavaria. The 1586 Palatinate-Gravely Friedrichsburg Castle forms the striking silhouette of the town and is one of the main stages during Kulturnacht — perfect for concerts, readings, and theater performances.
What awaits you
- Live music on several stages (jazz, pop, funk, world)
- Theater and performance in Friedrichsburg Castle
- Guided tours of the town and local history museum
- Shops open in the evening (late-night shopping)
- Culinary stands from local gastronomy
- Program for families and children
An initiative for the region
Behind Kulturnacht are the Mittelständischer Wirtschaftsverein (MWV), the Vohenstrauß Music Initiative, and the municipal tourist information office. With this format, they demonstrate that even a small town in the northern Oberpfalz can host a diverse, urban cultural evening — attracting guests from Weiden, Tirschenreuth, and the nearby Czech Republic.
Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß — edition 2026
Kulturnacht 2026, following the success of previous years, relies on the proven concept: parallel stages in the middle of the town center, performances in the Renaissance Castle, and a varied program for all age groups. Admission is free at most venues. The town of Vohenstrauß and the MWV organize the evening together with numerous local clubs and restaurateurs.
The highlight of 2026 is the multicultural dance music performance "Ночной снег" (Night Snow) between 7:45 PM and 8:45 PM — an encounter between Eastern European and Central European sound traditions. The final performance at 9:45 PM brings together a funk-soul band, regional musicians, and DJs.
Programme Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß 2026
Provisional Program — Friday, May 22, 2026
- 6:00 PM — Opening at the music stations in the town center
- 7:00 PM — Jazz with Emma Stone & local musicians
- 7:15 PM — Performance Aura & Andy
- 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM — Dance music show "Ночной снег" (multicultural)
- from 6:00 PM — Theater in Friedrichsburg Castle (OVIGO Theater)
- 9:45 PM — Finale: Funk-soul band, local musicians, DJs
- parallel — City tours, open local history museum, late-night shopping, culinary stands
As of: Spring 2026. Current program at kulturnacht-vohenstrauss.de.
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Practical information — Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß
Getting there
Via the A 6 motorway (Pleystein exit, approx. 8 km). Train travel to Vohenstrauß-Stadt (Weiden – Eslarn railway line). Parking around the town center; event parking fee approx. €8.
Admission
Access to most venues is free. Individual performances in the castle may be ticketed separately.
Accessibility
Most venues are accessible. Detailed information at kulturnacht-vohenstrauss.de.
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Where it takes place Kulturnacht Vohenstrauß
Innenstadt Vohenstrauß / Schloss Friedrichsburg