Kultursommer Salzgitter 2026 – Open-Air Concert Series Schloss Salder
Three weeks of open-air concerts in the historic courtyard of Schloss Salder with stars from rock to classical
2026
About Kultursommer Salzgitter
Kultursommer Salzgitter — edition 2026
The cultural department of the City of Salzgitter once again brings a lineup to the stage with Kultursommer 2026 that skillfully combines stylistic diversity and crowd-pulling acts. The intimate atmosphere of the Salder Castle courtyard with its historic quarry stone walls and the adjacent Mühlengarten make every concert a special experience. Admission from 6:30 PM gives visitors the opportunity to explore the grounds before the concert and wind down the evening in peace.
Highlights Kultursommer Salzgitter 2026
- Suzi Quatro live as the opening headliner on July 30
- Schiller „Sommerklang“ Open Air under the starry sky
- Max Giesinger and Kamrad: German pop at its finest
- Apocalyptica Cello Metal as a spectacular closing concert night
- Mühlengarten with comedy, accordion, and Latin music
- Historic Schloss Salder courtyard with a unique atmosphere
Programme Kultursommer Salzgitter 2026
Main Stage Castle Courtyard
- Thursday, July 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – Suzi Quatro (Opening)
- Friday, July 31, 2026, 8:00 PM – Schiller „Sommerklang“
- Saturday, August 1, 2026, 8:00 PM – Max Giesinger
- Thursday, August 6, 2026, 8:00 PM – Kamrad
- Friday, August 7, 2026, 8:00 PM – Christian Steiffen
- Saturday, August 8, 2026, 8:00 PM – Apocalyptica Open Air
Mühlengarten Stage
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – con:trust Akkordeon-Duo
- Thursday, July 23, 2026 – Comedy Ladies
- Friday, July 24, 2026 – Havana Latin
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 – Aretha Tribute Show
Practical Information
- Admission from 6:30 PM
- Tickets from approx. €44 (Eventim, Reservix, KA Piekert)
- Seated and unseated areas depending on the concert
Prices Kultursommer Salzgitter 2026
Practical information — Kultursommer Salzgitter
Date 2026
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026 to Monday, August 10, 2026
- Main concerts: 07/30, 07/31, 08/01, 08/06, 08/07, 08/08/2026
- Mühlengarten: 07/22-25/2026
Venues
- Main stage: Schlosshof Schloss Salder
- Side stage: Mühlengarten Schloss Salder
- Museumstraße 34, 38229 Salzgitter-Salder
Admission and Concert Start
- Admission: from 6:30 PM
- Concert start main stage: 8:00 PM
Tickets
- Eventim: eventim.de
- Reservix: reservix.de
- Concert agency Piekert
- Prices range from approx. €44 to €55 depending on the artist
Getting There
- A 39 exit Salzgitter-Lebenstedt
- Bus stop Schloss Salder
- Parking around the museum
Organizer
- City of Salzgitter – Cultural Department
- Website: salzgitter.de/kultursommer-salzgitter
Since 1998 at Schloss Salder
What began in 1998 as a municipal summer concert series has developed over the years into one of the most distinguished open-air festivals in southeastern Lower Saxony. The organizer is the cultural department of the City of Salzgitter, which curates a high-caliber lineup for Kultursommer annually, combining stylistic diversity with crowd-pulling acts. The historic castle courtyard provides an intimate setting for around 2,000 spectators per evening and ensures exceptionally good acoustics due to its architectural enclosure.
Main Stage in the Castle Courtyard
In 2026, the main stage in the Salder Castle courtyard will feature big names from rock, pop, electronic music, and classical adaptations:
- Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – con:trust Akkordeon-Duo (Mühlengarten opening)
- Thursday, July 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – Suzi Quatro (official opening concert)
- Friday, July 31, 2026, 8:00 PM – Schiller with the tour „Sommerklang“
- Saturday, August 1, 2026, 8:00 PM – Max Giesinger
- Thursday, August 6, 2026, 8:00 PM – Kamrad
- Friday, August 7, 2026, 8:00 PM – Christian Steiffen, the self-proclaimed „Gott of Schlager“
- Saturday, August 8, 2026, 8:00 PM – Apocalyptica, the Finnish cello metallers
Mühlengarten Stage
Parallel to the main stage, the more intimate Mühlengarten stage offers a diverse program of chamber music, comedy, and world music:
- July 22, 2026 – con:trust Akkordeon-Duo
- July 23, 2026 – Comedy Ladies
- July 24, 2026 – Havana Latin
- July 25, 2026 – Aretha Tribute Show
Historic Setting
Schloss Salder is a Renaissance castle built in the 17th century, which today houses the Städtisches Museum Salzgitter. The castle courtyard, enclosed by quarry stone walls, and the adjacent Mühlengarten with its old mill wheel form an extraordinary backdrop for summer open-air concerts. Admission begins at 6:30 PM each day – ample time to explore the museum or the castle gardens before the concert.
Tickets
Tickets are available through the advance booking points Eventim, Reservix, and the concert agency Piekert. Prices vary depending on the artist – starting from approx. €44 for Suzi Quatro and approx. €49 for Schiller, up to approx. €55 for Apocalyptica.
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