Rudolstadt Old Town Festival
Free city festival in the historic old town – 32nd edition 2026
2026
About Altstadtfest Rudolstadt
Altstadtfest Rudolstadt — edition 2026
Rudolstadt Anniversary Year
In 2026, Rudolstadt celebrates its 1250th city anniversary and the 700th anniversary of its city rights. The Old Town Festival is embedded in this anniversary year, combining tradition with current acts.
Main Stage Market Square
Three days of live programming with a mix of regional and national bands. Free admission.
Highlights Altstadtfest Rudolstadt 2026
Programme Altstadtfest Rudolstadt 2026
Friday, June 5th, 2026 – Market Stage
- 8:20 PM–9:30 PM – Joybox
- 9:30 PM–10:40 PM – Vincent Gross (Swiss Pop-Schlager Star)
- 10:40 PM–11:40 PM – Joybox
Saturday, June 6th, 2026
- Club mile in Marktstraße and on the market square: Sports, cultural, and social clubs present themselves
- 7:00 PM–8:45 PM – Ton-Kollektiv (Market Stage)
- ABBA CZ – Tribute show with music by ABBA
- Sensation Band from Derry (Northern Ireland) with singer Joanna Harkin
Sunday, June 7th, 2026
- 19th Open Thuringian Dance Competition «Thüringer Löwe» – approx. 500 dancers: children's dance, hip-hop, folklore, show dance
- Closing program on the market stage
Current program details at altstadtfest.rudolstadt.de.
Prices Altstadtfest Rudolstadt 2026
Practical information — Altstadtfest Rudolstadt
Admission
Free.
Getting There
Train: Rudolstadt station, 15 min. walk to the old town. Car: A9 exit Triptis, then B85.
Best Time to Visit
Friday evening for Vincent Gross, Saturday for the club mile and Sensation Band, Sunday for the dance competition.
32 Years of City Festival in the Saalestadt
For over three decades, the Rudolstadt Old Town Festival has been the musical early summer highlight of the city in the Saalfeld-Rudolstadt district. Against the backdrop of historic Renaissance buildings and Heidecksburg Castle, the free city festival offers a packed program of concerts, dancing, hands-on activities, and culinary delights.
Double Anniversary Background 2026
The 32nd edition in 2026 coincides with Rudolstadt's 1250th city anniversary and the 700th anniversary of its city rights. This gives the festival special significance and creates a festive atmosphere, supported by an expanded program structure and additional highlights.
Club Mile in Marktstraße
A novelty in 2026: On Saturday, June 6th, the city administration is organizing a club mile in Marktstraße and on the market square. Sports, cultural, and social clubs will present their work, network, and recruit new members – a vibrant showcase of Rudolstadt's club life, underscoring the festival's roots in the city community.
19th Open Thuringian Dance Competition
Sunday features the 19th Open Thuringian Dance Competition «Thüringer Löwe»: around 500 dancers from children's dance, hip-hop, folklore, and show dance will compete on the market stage – one of the largest open dance competitions in Central Germany.
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