Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall
Edition 2026 Music Brass band Gastronomy

Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall

Largest summer festival mile in the Alpine City — one day of Stadtfest in the center

Bad Reichenhall — Landkreis Berchtesgadener Land (09172)
Dates 04 Jul — 04 Jul 2026
Venue Bad Reichenhall (09172)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall

The Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall transforms the center of the Alpine City into a colorful festival mile once a year. Bands and DJs perform on the Rathausplatz and in the pedestrian zone, alongside regional specialties, fairground attractions, a large children's program, and hands-on activities from emergency services. The festival is opened in the morning by the Stadtkapelle and the Mayor with a beer tapping ceremony. In 2026, the Stadtfest will take place on Saturday, July 4th — admission is free, organized by Bad Reichenhall Tourismus & Stadtmarketing GmbH.

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One Day, a Whole Stadtfest

The Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall is one of the largest summer festivals in the Berchtesgadener Land region. The venues are the Rathausplatz and the pedestrian zone of the Alpine City; the festival is organized by Bad Reichenhall Tourismus & Stadtmarketing GmbH. Opening in the morning by the Stadtkapelle Bad Reichenhall and the Mayor with a traditional beer tapping ceremony on the main stage.

Stages and Festival Mile

Bands and DJs for every taste perform on the Rathausplatz and in the pedestrian zone – brass music, Schlager, pop, and dance music. At the Angerl, DJ music provides dancing, along with traditional customs and wood carving demonstrations; at the Unteren Lindenplatz, ballet, live acts, and a colorful market are on the program.

Emergency Services Day with Family Program

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Fire Department, Police, Bundeswehr, Bavarian Red Cross, Mountain Rescue, and Malteser present their vehicles, hands-on activities, demonstrations, and prize wheels. For children, there's face painting, driving simulators, bungee trampolines, carousels, and swings.

Culinary Delights

Regional specialties from the Berchtesgadener Land – from Reichenhaller sausages to Bavarian snacks and desserts – define the culinary offerings. The city's restaurateurs serve their beers and summer drinks throughout the pedestrian zone.

Location in the Alpine City

Bad Reichenhall is the only *Alpine City* in Germany and is located in the Berchtesgadener Land district in Bavaria, nestled between the Saalach river and the Untersberg mountain, close to the Austrian border. The Stadtfest combines Alpine City tradition with summer joy – ideal for a day trip from Salzburg, Munich, or Berchtesgaden.

For Whom?

  • Families with children (extensive family and emergency services program)
  • Lovers of Bavarian Stadtfest tradition
  • Guests from neighboring Salzburg and Berchtesgaden
  • Those who want to experience a lively summer festival in an alpine setting

Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall — edition 2026

The Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall will take place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the center of the Alpine City. Bands and DJs will perform on the Rathausplatz and in the pedestrian zone, with regional specialties, fairground attractions, a large children's program, and hands-on activities from the fire department, police, Bundeswehr, BRK, mountain rescue, and Malteser. Free admission.

On Saturday, July 4, 2026, Bad Reichenhall Tourismus & Stadtmarketing GmbH and the city will transform the center of the Alpine City into a festival mile. Bands and DJs will perform on the Rathausplatz and in the pedestrian zone, alongside regional specialties, fairground attractions, and a children's program.

Highlights include the opening with the Stadtkapelle and the beer tapping ceremony by the Mayor, as well as the Emergency Services Day with demonstrations and hands-on activities from the rescue organizations.

Programme Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall 2026

Stages

  • Rathausplatz — Opening with Stadtkapelle and beer tapping, main stage with bands and DJs
  • Pedestrian zone — Live music and market stalls
  • Angerl — DJ music, traditional customs, and wood carving demonstrations
  • Unteren Lindenplatz — Ballet, live performances, market activities

Emergency Services Day

  • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.: Fire Department, Police, Bundeswehr, BRK, Mountain Rescue, Malteser with vehicles and hands-on activities

Family Program

  • Face painting, driving simulators
  • Bungee trampolines, carousels, swings

Highlights Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall 2026

Opening with Stadtkapelle and beer tapping by the Mayor; live stages at Rathausplatz and Angerl; Emergency Services Day with Police, Fire Department, BRK, Mountain Rescue, and Malteser; large children's program.

Prices Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall 2026

Free admission. Food and drinks at the stalls of associations and city restaurateurs. Tickets only for individual program items (event details at bad-reichenhall.de).

Practical information — Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall

Getting There

Rathausplatz and pedestrian zone, 83435 Bad Reichenhall. By train to Bad Reichenhall Hbf and a short walk to the center. By car via the A8 (exit Bad Reichenhall) or the B20/B21. Parking in the multi-story car parks and large parking lots on the edge of the old town.

Organizer and Contact

Bad Reichenhall Tourismus & Stadtmarketing GmbH, Wittelsbacherstraße 15, 83435 Bad Reichenhall, Tel. +49 8651 7151110, [email protected].

Tip

Before or after the festival, the Alte Saline (Old Saltworks) and the Salt Museum are worth a visit, or take a trip to Predigtstuhl with Germany's oldest large-cabin cable car.

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Where it takes place Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall

Rathausplatz und Fußgängerzone Bad Reichenhall

Rathausplatz, 83435 Bad Reichenhall

Contact Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall

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+49 8651 7151110

Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall at a glance

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History of Stadtfest Bad Reichenhall