Five days of city festival around Winsen Castle – multiple stages, live bands, amusement rides, food truck market, and children's program
Winsen (Luhe) is the district town of the Harburg district, located south of Hamburg on the Luhe river. Its historic center is characterized by preserved city architecture and the former ducal hunting lodge. The Winsen Castle now houses the district administration and is the centerpiece of an extensive castle park, which serves as the main event area during the city festival.
In 2026, the city festival runs from Wednesday, May 13th, to Sunday, May 17th, making it one of the longest city festivals in the region. Wednesday and Thursday have a quieter, more local character; starting Friday, the program transitions into the main weekend, attracting large crowds.
The festival is spread across several venues, each with its own profile:
Performers include:
Carousels and amusement rides are available primarily for younger visitors. A dedicated children's program with hands-on activities takes place at various locations. The food truck market offers a particularly wide culinary range: regional specialties, international cuisines, street food, vegetarian, and vegan options.
As in previous years, the city festival is designed as a multi-stage format catering to different generations and tastes. The main stage in Rathausstraße offers the biggest live performances and the danceable evening program. The Marienbühne is more acoustic and quieter. Harms Point and Korny Castle complement with tribute and cover bands.
The exact performance times and stage splits will be published by the organizer in the weeks leading up to the festival on stadtfestwinsenluhe.de.
Wednesday, May 13 – Sunday, May 17, 2026, five days continuously.
Winsen (Luhe) city center and castle grounds, 21423 Winsen. Main stage in Rathausstraße.
Metronom train connection from Hamburg Main Station, approx. 25 minutes to Winsen (Luhe). By car via A39 or A1, parking in the city center is limited.
Free admission. Consumption at stalls and amusement rides payable individually.
The complete program for all stages is available on stadtfestwinsenluhe.de. Program flyers will be distributed on-site and in the city.
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