Summer-Open Air Unnau — Après Ski XXL Anniversary
20th anniversary edition of the Après Ski festival Summer-Open Air Unnau with Ikke Hüftgold and top acts on the Unnau sports field
About Summer-Open Air Unnau
The Summer-Open Air Unnau celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026 — an XXL celebration for one of the most unusual festivals in the Westerwald. The concept: Après Ski atmosphere in the middle of high summer, on the sports field of the Westerwald community of Unnau, organized on a voluntary basis by SG Alpenrod/Lochum/Nistertal/Unnau.
In 2026, the festival will take place on Friday, June 19th, and Saturday, June 20th. The headliner is Ikke Hüftgold, the Ballermann and Mallorca star. Also performing: Non Plus X, Groundville Bastards, Kapelle Karacho, and Pentonic. A colorful mix of Schlager, party hits, rock, and covers.
Twenty Years of Après Ski in the Westerwald
The Summer-Open Air Unnau was first held in 2006 and has developed into a Westerwald institution over the years. The concept of "Après Ski atmosphere in summer" may sound paradoxical at first — but it works perfectly: The mix of Schlager, party hits, and dance floor fillers typical of Après Ski fits perfectly with a relaxed summer weekend in the Westerwald.
Unnau Sports Field as Festival Grounds
The festival takes place on the sports field of the Westerwald community of Unnau. The open space offers room for the stage, food trucks, bar, and audience. The rural location in the Westerwald ensures a relaxed, family-like atmosphere — far from the anonymity of large city festivals.
Volunteer Organization
The organizer is the SG Alpenrod/Lochum/Nistertal/Unnau, the sports association of the four Westerwald communities in football. The entire festival is organized on a voluntary basis — setup, catering, logistics, security. The proceeds benefit youth and club work. This voluntary rooting gives the festival its special, heartfelt charm.
Line-up 2026
The headliner is Ikke Hüftgold, the Mallorca and Ballermann star with hits like "Disco Pogo," "Helikopter 117," and "Saufi Saufi." His performance promises a hot package of party atmosphere. The line-up is complemented by Non Plus X (cover rock), Groundville Bastards (country-punk rock), Kapelle Karacho (party music), and Pentonic. A colorful mix that covers every taste.
Date Confirmed
The event calendar of the community of Unnau and press releases from the Rhein-Zeitung confirm the dates June 19th and 20th, 2026. This 20th anniversary is expected to attract particularly large crowds.
Summer-Open Air Unnau — edition 2026
The Summer-Open Air Unnau celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026 on Friday, June 19th, and Saturday, June 20th, at the Unnau sports field. Headliner is Ikke Hüftgold, complemented by Non Plus X, Groundville Bastards, Kapelle Karacho, and Pentonic. Après Ski atmosphere in the middle of the Westerwald summer, organized on a voluntary basis by SG Alpenrod/Lochum/Nistertal/Unnau.
The XXL anniversary combines 20 years of Westerwald festival tradition with a top-class line-up. Ikke Hüftgold as the party engine, complemented by cover and party bands for all tastes.
Programme Summer-Open Air Unnau 2026
Program 2026 according to official announcements:
- Friday, June 19th, 2026 and Saturday, June 20th, 2026: Summer-Open Air Unnau, 20th anniversary edition
- Headliner: Ikke Hüftgold (Mallorca Schlager, Ballermann party hits)
- Other Acts: Non Plus X, Groundville Bastards, Kapelle Karacho, Pentonic
- Atmosphere: Après Ski atmosphere in high summer on the Unnau sports field
- Organizer: SG Alpenrod/Lochum/Nistertal/Unnau (voluntary, proceeds for club work)
- Catering: Service by the club and food trucks
Exact performance order and detailed program will be communicated via sg-alpenrod.de, unnau.de, and the Rhein-Zeitung.
Highlights Summer-Open Air Unnau 2026
- 20th anniversary of one of the most unusual Westerwald festivals
- Ikke Hüftgold as headliner
- Cover and party bands for all tastes
- Organized on a voluntary basis, proceeds for youth and club work
- Après Ski atmosphere in the middle of summer
Prices Summer-Open Air Unnau 2026
Ticket prices and advance sales will be communicated via SG Alpenrod/Lochum/Nistertal/Unnau.
Practical information — Summer-Open Air Unnau
Date 2026
Friday, June 19th, and Saturday, June 20th, 2026.
Location
Sportplatz Unnau, 57648 Unnau, Verbandsgemeinde Bad Marienberg (Westerwald), Westerwaldkreis, Rhineland-Palatinate.
Admission
Ticket prices and advance sales will be communicated via SG Alpenrod/Lochum/Nistertal/Unnau and the portal sg-alpenrod.de.
Getting There
By car via the A45 (exit Herborn-West) or the A3 (exit Montabaur) and then via Bad Marienberg. Public transport: VRM bus lines. Parking available at the festival grounds.
Tips
Ikke Hüftgold is extremely popular with the audience — arrive early for a good spot. Dancing shoes, weatherproof clothing as a backup. Plan for carpooling or overnight stays, as the festival is in a rural location.
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