Waldstock Festival
One of Bavaria's largest free open-air festivals on Pegnitz's Schloßberg
About Waldstock
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Free and Outdoors Since 1994
Since 1994, Waldstock e.V. has organized its wonderful, free open-air festival on Pegnitz's Schloßberg. "Free and Outdoors" is the motto: free admission, free camping, family-friendly – a festival that thrives on idealism, volunteer work, and a love for music. It is supported by, among others, the Federal Cultural Foundation (BKM), ByteFM, and the vfm group.
The Festival Meadow on Schloßberg
The festival takes place on the festival meadow on Schloßberg (Leibnizweg 4, 91257 Pegnitz) – an idyllic stage landscape surrounded by forest on the outskirts of the Upper Franconian town of Pegnitz. The natural setting, the relaxed atmosphere, and the absence of commercial marketing contribute to Waldstock's special charm.
Program Dramaturgy
Friday evening is traditionally dedicated to calmer sounds: folk, singer-songwriter, jazz, and world-pop. Saturday is the main day with the most packed program – from regional acts of the Franconian scene to international newcomers. The booking deliberately focuses on discoveries off the beaten track: indie, alternative, rock, and crossover.
Family-Friendly and Free
Waldstock sees itself as a family-friendly festival – admission and camping are free, financed through donations, funding, and beverage sales. This combination of a high-quality lineup and free access has made Waldstock one of Bavaria's largest and most popular free open-air festivals.
Pegnitz in the Franconian Jura
Pegnitz is located in the Bayreuth district, at the transition to Franconian Switzerland and the Franconian Jura. The town is a starting point for hiking and cycling tours – many festival visitors combine Waldstock with a weekend in the nature of Upper Franconia.
Waldstock — edition 2026
Waldstock 2026
On July 10th and 11th, 2026, the Waldstock Festival will once again take place on Pegnitz's Schloßberg – free, family-friendly, multi-day. Confirmed via the official website waldstock.de as well as festivalsunited.com and festival-alarm.com.
What Visitors Can Expect
Friday evening with calmer sounds (folk, singer-songwriter, jazz, world-pop), Saturday as the main day with a packed program from regional acts to international newcomers. Free admission and camping.
Programme Waldstock 2026
Friday, July 10th, 2026 — Schloßberg Festival Meadow
- Evening program: Folk, singer-songwriter, jazz, and world-pop
Saturday, July 11th, 2026 — Main Day
- All-day program from regional acts to international newcomers
- Indie, Alternative, Rock, Crossover
Confirmed Acts 2026
- Carlo Karacho
- Maria Iskariot
- Shredded Palm
- Urbannino
- and many more bands
The full lineup with set times will be published successively on waldstock.de/line-up and the Facebook page as soon as it is confirmed. Status of confirmed acts: Sources waldstock.de and festivalsunited.com.
Highlights Waldstock 2026
- Headliners Carlo Karacho, Maria Iskariot, Shredded Palm, Urbannino
- One of Bavaria's largest free open-air festivals
- Free admission and free camping
- Friday: Folk/Singer-Songwriter evening, Saturday: Main day
- Idyllic forest setting on Schloßberg
Prices Waldstock 2026
Admission is free, and camping is also free. The festival is financed through donations, funding (including the Federal Cultural Foundation), and the sale of food and drinks on site.
Practical information — Waldstock
Getting There
Festival meadow on Schloßberg, Leibnizweg 4, 91257 Pegnitz. By train: Pegnitz station on the Nuremberg–Bayreuth line, from there on foot or by short shuttle. By car: A9 (Berlin–Munich) exit Pegnitz.
Admission & Camping
Admission is free. Camping is free. The festival is financed through donations, funding, and the sale of food and drinks on site.
Tips
The full lineup will be published successively on waldstock.de/line-up and the Facebook page. Festival visitors should bring camping gear and sturdy footwear (forest terrain).
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Where it takes place Waldstock
Festwiese am Schloßberg, Pegnitz
Festwiese am Schloßberg, Leibnizweg 4, 91257 Pegnitz