Ulmer Volksfest
17 days of Volksfest (traditional funfair) in the Friedrichsau with a Ferris wheel, XXL music fireworks, and drone show
About Ulmer Volksfest
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17 Days of Volksfest by the Danube
The Ulmer Volksfest is the largest Volksfest in the Ulm-Neu-Ulm region — a counterpart to Munich's Oktoberfest or Stuttgart's Cannstatter Wasen, but held in midsummer and consistently positioned as a family festival. The venue is the Friedrichsau, a traditional fairground in the Böfingen district right on the banks of the Danube, with good access by bus and tram. Over approximately 12,000 m² of festival space, a small city of rides, festival tents, food stalls, inns, and live stages emerges for 17 days.
Over 80 Showmen — The Full Spectrum
Organizer VMV GmbH explicitly advertises bringing rides usually only seen at the very largest Volksfests in Munich or Stuttgart: a Ferris wheel with Danube panorama, Highrider, looping roller coasters, free-fall towers, classic chain carousels, haunted houses, children's carousels, shooting galleries, crêpe stands, candied almond vendors — the full range. Alongside these are festival tents with live bands, traditionally sponsored by local breweries (Gold Ochsen, Magirus, Ulmer Münster Spezial).
Spectacular Highlights: XXL Fireworks and Drone Light Show
For several editions now, the Ulmer Volksfest has focused on spectacular show elements: The XXL music fireworks in the second week of the festival regularly draw tens of thousands to the fairgrounds and along the Danube. A newer element is the drone light show — synchronized light choreographies by hundreds of drones in the night sky, a modern contrast to the classic Volksfest ambiance. Both dates are communicated in advance on the festival website.
Themed Evenings and Family Sunday
The program is structured by themed evenings: Ladies Night (discounted ride prices for women), Family Day (discounted carousel tickets), Action Days (special offers from individual showmen). The Family Sunday with superhero meet-and-greets and kids' specials is an important marketing pillar for the Volksfest operators: it aims to introduce young families to the Volksfest. Opening 2026: Friday, July 10, from 4 PM. Closing: Sunday, July 26.
Ulmer Volksfest — edition 2026
Ulmer Volksfest 2026
The Ulmer Volksfest 2026 opens on Friday, July 10, 2026, at 4 PM and runs for 17 days until Sunday, July 26. The venue is the Friedrichsau, Böfinger Straße 50, in Ulm's Böfingen district on the banks of the Danube. The organizer is VMV GmbH.
On approximately 12,000 m² of festival space, over 80 showmen gather — Ferris wheel, classic carousels, looping roller coasters, free-fall towers, haunted houses, children's carousels, food stalls, inns, festival tents. Special program highlights include the XXL music fireworks and the drone light show.
Programme Ulmer Volksfest 2026
2026 Program Highlights
- Friday, July 10, 4:00 PM — Festival Opening
- XXL Music Fireworks — synchronized with live music (date on ulmer-volksfest.de)
- Drone Light Show — choreographed light show by hundreds of drones
- Ladies Night — discounted ride prices for women
- Family Day — discounted carousel tickets
- Family Sunday — superhero meet-and-greets, kids' specials
- Action Days — special offers from showmen
Rides (Selection)
- Ferris wheel with Danube panorama
- Looping roller coasters
- Free-fall tower
- Chain carousels, haunted houses, children's carousels
Gastronomy
Several festival tents with local breweries (Gold Ochsen, Magirus, Ulmer Münster Spezial), inns, crêpes, candied almonds, international street food. Exact dates for highlights on ulmer-volksfest.de.
Highlights Ulmer Volksfest 2026
- 17 days of Volksfest in the Friedrichsau (July 10–26, 2026)
- Over 80 showmen on 12,000 m²
- Ferris wheel with Danube panorama
- XXL music fireworks and drone light show
- Ladies Night, Family Day, Action Days
- Organizer VMV GmbH
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices Ulmer Volksfest 2026
Admission to the festival grounds is completely free. Rides and food are paid for on-site. Festival tent reservations and special tickets via ulmer-volksfest.de.
Practical information — Ulmer Volksfest
Getting There
Friedrichsau, Böfinger Straße 50, 89073 Ulm. By train: Ulm Central Station, then take bus lines 4 or 5 towards Böfingen, stop at Friedrichsau. By car: A 8 (Munich–Stuttgart), exit Ulm-Ost. Parking situation at the Volksfest is tight — using public transport is strongly recommended.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is completely free. Rides, food, and drinks are paid for on-site. Festival tent tickets for special events can be purchased via the official website.
Opening Hours
Opening Friday, July 10, 2026, from 4 PM. Daily festivities continue until Sunday, July 26. Exact opening hours for rides can be found at ulmer-volksfest.de/oeffnungszeiten.
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Where it takes place Ulmer Volksfest
Friedrichsau Ulm
Friedrichsau, Böfinger Straße 50, 89073 Ulm