Long Night of CultureWorlds Hildesheim
21 cultural institutions, around 150 program items – one night, one ticket, free public transport
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Second Edition 2026
Following the successful premiere in May 2024, the Long Night of CultureWorlds will be held for the second time on an early summer evening in Hildesheim in 2026. The format combines the strengths of the city's most important cultural institutions into a joint presentation, making the diversity of Hildesheim's cultural scene tangible in one evening.
21 Venues, 150 Program Items
Participants include the Roemer- and Pelizaeus-Museum with its world-renowned Egyptian and Peruvian collections, the City Museum, the Volkshochschule (Adult Education Center), the Theater für Niedersachsen, the Music School, the Mariendom Cathedral with its treasury, St. Michaelis Church, the City Library, the galleries and studios in the city center, as well as numerous independent cultural institutions and associations. In total, this creates a program with around 150 individual events, offering something for every taste.
Motto 2026
The motto Explore. Experience. Expand. invites the public to discover new places and themes. Those who usually go to the theater might discover an unusual gallery; those who regularly visit museums might engage with a piano concert at the music school or a reading at a bookstore. The format deliberately encourages cross-pollination between disciplines and venues.
One Ticket for Everything
A central ticket provides visitors with access to all participating venues. Free public transport from 5:30 PM makes it easy to visit multiple locations in one night, from the museum complex and the city center to churches and venues in the wider vicinity of the center.
City Festival in Culture Mode
The Long Night has the character of a city festival: squares are lively, restaurants and cafés stay open longer, people interact while moving between venues, and small performances, walk acts, or light installations animate the public space. Despite high visitor numbers, the format maintains a relaxed atmosphere thanks to the wide distribution of venues.
Family-Friendly and Accessible
Many program items are specifically aimed at families with children: hands-on workshops, storytelling events, child-friendly tours, and musical contributions ensure that younger guests can also enjoy the evening. The organizers strive for accessible entrances to the participating venues.
Long Night of CultureWorlds — edition 2026
The 2026 edition builds on the success of the 2024 premiere. New venues have been added, the program portfolio has been expanded, and the route concept between venues has been optimized. For every visitor, the selection is large enough to create a highly individual evening.
Accompanying route suggestions by theme will be published (e.g., family route, classical culture, young scene, World Heritage route), facilitating an easy entry into the program offerings.
Programme Long Night of CultureWorlds 2026
Program Structure 2026
- 5:30 PM – Public transport in Hildesheim becomes free for ticket holders.
- 6 PM – Official opening of the Long Night, doors of all participating venues open.
- 6 PM–10 PM – Main program: tours, concerts, readings, workshops, performances in 21 institutions.
- 10 PM–12 AM and later – Late program with concerts, performances, talks, and light installations.
Participating Venues (Selection)
- Roemer- and Pelizaeus-Museum – Egyptian and Peruvian collections, special exhibitions.
- Stadtmuseum Hildesheim – City history and thematic exhibitions.
- Volkshochschule Hildesheim – Workshops and educational programs.
- Theater für Niedersachsen – Short stage productions, backstage insights.
- Musikschule Hildesheim – Concerts, participatory music.
- Mariendom and St. Michaeliskirche – UNESCO World Heritage sites, sacred music, tours.
- Stadtbibliothek and Bookstores – Readings, book flea market.
- Galleries and Studios – Exhibitions, artist talks.
Highlights Long Night of CultureWorlds 2026
- 21 cultural institutions, one evening, one ticket
- Around 150 program items from all disciplines
- Free public transport from 5:30 PM for ticket holders
- Motto Explore. Experience. Expand.
- Family program and accessible offerings
- Atmosphere of a city festival in culture mode
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Practical information — Long Night of CultureWorlds
Date 2026 (2nd Edition)
- Friday, May 29, 2026
- Starts at 6 PM, program until late at night
Venues
- 21 cultural institutions spread across Hildesheim's city center and nearby districts
Admission
- One central ticket grants access to all participating venues
- Exact ticket prices and advance sales will be communicated on the official website before the event
- Some program items may be accessible free of charge
Mobility
- Public transport in Hildesheim free from 5:30 PM for ticket holders
- Shuttle connections between major venues may be available
Getting There
- Hildesheim Hauptbahnhof (main station) as a central starting point
- Arrival by public transport is particularly recommended
Notes
- Program overview and route suggestions at kulturwelten-hildesheim.de
- Weather-appropriate clothing recommended, as travel between venues is required
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