StraßenKUNSTfestival Geretsried

A Young Festival with Great Impact

The StraßenKUNSTfestival was launched in 2022 by the City of Geretsried and has since developed into one of the region's most prominent cultural events. It is organized by the municipal department of Culture & Archives. Within a few years, a premiere became a firm October tradition.

Venue: Karl-Lederer-Platz

The center of the action is Karl-Lederer-Platz in the heart of Geretsried, one of the largest towns in the district of Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen in the state of Bavaria. The square and the surrounding city center become an open stage for two days, combining street art, market, and encounters.

Diverse Program

The program features international and regional street artists: acrobatics and aerial arts, juggling and fire shows, music from local ensembles and bands, magic, comedy, and breakdance. An artists' and crafts market, an extensive children's program with a carousel, face painting, and balloon animals, as well as workshops – such as circus, drumming, or graffiti – complete the offering.

The Hat Principle

Admission is free; the hat principle applies: what you like can and should be supported. This form of voluntary remuneration is typical for street art and creates a direct connection between the audience and the artists.

Culture and City Life

With Sunday shopping and gastronomic offerings, the festival combines art, commerce, and community. It exemplifies the vibrant cultural work of smaller towns in the Bavarian pre-Alps and has become an identity-defining event for Geretsried.