Walpurgisnacht Neustadt (Harztor)
Witch bonfire, live music, and laser show on the Neustadt barbecue area at the foot of the Harz mountains
About Walpurgis Harztor
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Walpurgis in the South Harz
On the night before May 1st, all of Germany celebrates Walpurgis — but in the Harz, the festival has a special depth. The legend of the witches' dance on the Brocken, the highest peak of the Harz, has shaped regional identity since Goethe's "Faust." The municipality of Harztor, with its districts Neustadt, Ilfeld, Niedersachswerfen, and Buchholz, is located directly at the southern foot of the Harz and uses this location for a grand Walpurgis festival on the Neustadt barbecue area. The festival is family-friendly, locally rooted, and at the same time large enough to attract guests from all over the North Thuringian region.
Live Music, Laser Show, and Witch Dance
The program for Walpurgisnacht Harztor combines classic Walpurgis folklore with a modern open-air party atmosphere. The Bartlos Partyband brings rocking live music to the stage, while Kevin Neon with Band delivers modern pop and catchy hits. Between the live sets, traditional witch and devil dances take place — costumed performance groups that parade across the festival grounds in colorful witch costumes. As darkness falls, the highlight unfolds: a spectacular laser show conjures mystical beams of light into the night sky.
Also for Families — Children's Party from 7 PM
So that families can experience the festival together, OCV e.V. organizes its own children's party starting at 7 PM. Young witches and devils can dance in costume, get their faces painted, and participate in small interactive activities. Children up to 13 years of age have free admission — a clear signal that the festival appeals not only to adults.
Culinary Supporting Program
The Catering-Partyküche serves drinks to the guests; at the barbecue stand of the Harzklub e.V., Thuringian specialties are the focus — Bratwurst, Roster, steaks, and vegetarian alternatives. The festival grounds offer ample outdoor seating.
Walpurgis Harztor — edition 2026
Walpurgisnacht Harztor — April 30, 2026
On April 30, 2026, the barbecue area in Neustadt will once again transform into a mystical meeting point for witches, devils, and party guests. Admission from 6:00 PM. The Bartlos Partyband will create a dancing atmosphere with rock and energy sounds, while Kevin Neon delivers modern pop. Between the live sets, traditional witch and devil dancers parade across the grounds.
As darkness falls, the highlight unfolds: a spectacular laser show and a mystical witch and devil dance transport the audience into a world of legends and myths. For families, there's a dedicated children's party from 7 PM (organized by OCV e.V.).
Programme Walpurgis Harztor 2026
Program Walpurgisnacht 2026 — Harztor
- 6:00 PM — Admission to the Neustadt barbecue area
- From 6:00 PM — Live music with the Bartlos Partyband (Rock, Party, energetic live music)
- 7:00 PM — Start of the Children's Party (organized by OCV e.V.) for young witches and devils
- During the evening — Performance by Kevin Neon with Band (modern pop, hits)
- Between live sets — traditional witch and devil dances across the entire festival grounds
- At nightfall — spectacular Laser Show and mystical Walpurgis finale dance
- Throughout the evening — Catering-Partyküche (drinks) and barbecue stand of Harzklub e.V. with Thuringian specialties
Detailed program and updates at harztor.de.
Highlights Walpurgis Harztor 2026
- Live music with Bartlos Partyband and Kevin Neon
- Traditional witch and devil dances in costume
- Spectacular laser show at nightfall
- Children's party from 7 PM — Children up to 13 years free
Prices Walpurgis Harztor 2026
Tickets from €10 in advance (from February 28, 2026, via Neustadt Tourist Information or Eventbrite). Slightly higher at the box office. Children up to 13 years: free.
Practical information — Walpurgis Harztor
Date
Thursday, April 30, 2026. Admission from 6:00 PM, children's party from 7:00 PM.
Location
Neustadt barbecue area, 99762 Harztor — Neustadt district (Nordhausen district, Thuringia state).
Admission
Tickets from €10 in advance (from February 28, 2026, via the Neustadt Tourist Information or Eventbrite). Children up to 13 years free.
Getting There
Car: A38 exit Nordhausen, then B4 south towards Harztor. Train: Regional train to Niedersachswerfen or Ilfeld, then bus or taxi to the Neustadt barbecue area.
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