Warburger Oktoberwoche
One of the largest folk festivals between Kassel and Paderborn — 77th edition
About Oktoberwoche Warburg
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Warburg — Hanseatic City in the Höxter District
Warburg, with around 23,000 inhabitants on the Diemel river in the Höxter district of North Rhine-Westphalia, is a Hanseatic city and a central hub in southern Ostwestfalen. Situated between the Eggegebirge and Habichtswald hills, its historic double city structure of Altstadt (Old Town) and Neustadt (New Town) shapes the cityscape — a backdrop for one of the region's most traditional folk festivals.
77 Years of Oktoberwoche
With 77 editions in 2026, the Warburger Oktoberwoche is firmly anchored in Ostwestfalen's festival calendar. For ten days, the festival grounds transform into a fairground with rides, stalls, and drink stands, while concerts and events take place concurrently in the Stadthalle (city hall), sporting competitions are held throughout the city, and cultural events unfold in the Altstadt. The Oktoberwoche is considered the largest folk festival between Kassel and Paderborn, attracting visitors from the entire Höxter district, the Hessian Waldeck-Frankenberg region, and the southern Hochstift Paderborn.
New Festival Host 2026
Following a public tender by Stadtwerke Warburg, Köster Event + Gastronomie will take over as the new festival host in 2026. Founded in 2003 by Markus Köster, this family business with 22 permanent and up to 300 seasonal employees manages over 500 events annually in the region. Sons Nils and Silas Köster have joined the business. Plans include modern beverage stations with umbrellas and seating areas between the festival tent and the fairground, an additional offering of cocktails, wine, and local Warburger Pils, as well as catering for Stadthalle events. The beer price will remain at €3.50, Köster emphasizes — a deliberate signal to regular guests.
Program Between Festival Tent and Stadthalle
The program combines classic fairground attractions with stage and sports events. Amusement rides for all ages — from the chain carousel to large thrill rides — fill the festival grounds. The Stadthalle hosts dance evenings, live concerts, and comedy shows. Sporting events such as indoor tournaments and the traditional Oktoberwochenlauf complement the festival week. A Family Day with discounted ride prices and the Senior Afternoon with coffee and cake in the festival tent are fixed dates. The celebration concludes on the last Sunday with a spectacular fireworks display over the city.
Oktoberwochenlauf — The 49th Edition
The sporting highlight of the festival week is the 49th Warburger Oktoberwochenlauf, a fun run for amateur and competitive runners with courses ranging from a children's run to the main race. The start and finish are traditionally located in the city center, with the route leading through the Altstadt and Neustadt and across the Diemel meadows — with spectators lining the entire course.
Oktoberwoche Warburg — edition 2026
From October 3rd to 11th, 2026, the Hanseatic city of Warburg will celebrate its 77th Oktoberwoche. The organizers are the Hanseatic City of Warburg and Stadtwerke Warburg. Following a public tender, the new festival host is Köster Event + Gastronomie — the family business from the Hochstift region will cater the festival tent, manage two beverage stands at the fairground, and handle catering for Stadthalle events. The concept is modernized with a beer garden, additional cocktail and wine offerings, and local Warburger Pils. The beer price remains €3.50. Program highlights include the Mayor's keg tapping ceremony to kick things off, Family Day, Senior Afternoon, concerts in the Stadthalle, the 49th Oktoberwochenlauf on Sunday, and closing fireworks.
Programme Oktoberwoche Warburg 2026
Opening Weekend — October 3rd to 5th, 2026
- Saturday, Oct 3rd — Festival Tent Opening with Mayor's keg tapping ceremony (exact time available on warburg.de)
- Saturday/Sunday — Opening of the fairground and amusement rides
- Sunday, Oct 4th — First Family Afternoon and morning pint in the festival tent
Weekdays — October 5th to 8th, 2026
- Daytime — Amusement rides and stalls, fairground atmosphere
- Evening — Festival tent program with live music (bands to be scheduled by Stadtwerke Warburg and Köster Event)
- One weekday — Family Day with discounted prices on amusement rides
- One afternoon — Senior Afternoon in the festival tent with coffee, cake, and music
Sports and Culture Week
- Stadthalle events with dance evenings, concerts, and comedy (program and tickets from the Hanseatic City of Warburg)
- Indoor tournaments and sporting competitions throughout the city
Closing Weekend — October 10th and 11th, 2026
- Saturday, Oct 10th — Main evening in the festival tent
- Sunday, Oct 11th — 49th Warburger Oktoberwochenlauf: Start in the city center, courses from children's run to main race (route through Altstadt and Neustadt as well as Diemel meadows, registration via the official running website of the Hanseatic City of Warburg)
- Sunday evening — Farewell to the festival week
- Closing Fireworks as the traditional highlight of the final festival day
Stage program, Stadthalle dates, and bands will be announced via warburg.de and local press (Westfalen-Blatt, Neue Westfälische).
Highlights Oktoberwoche Warburg 2026
- 77th edition of the largest folk festival between Kassel and Paderborn
- Ten festival days with fairground, festival tent, and Stadthalle program
- New festival host Köster Event + Gastronomie
- Beer price remains at €3.50
- Family Day and Senior Afternoon
- 49th Warburger Oktoberwochenlauf on the final Sunday
- Closing fireworks on October 11th, 2026
Prices Oktoberwoche Warburg 2026
Free admission to the festival grounds and fairground. Beer (0.5 l) €3.50. Wine, cocktails, and Warburger Pils as posted. Amusement rides range from €2 (children's carousel) to €6 (large rides). Stadthalle events: tickets vary by program, advance sales through the Hanseatic City of Warburg. Family Day: special prices on all rides.
Practical information — Oktoberwoche Warburg
Getting There
Train: Warburg (Westf) station, an ICE stop on the Frankfurt–Hanover line, RE17 Hagen–Warburg. Car: A44 motorway, Warburg exit. Parking is signposted around the city center.
Admission
Festival grounds and fairground: Free admission. Rides and drinks as posted. Stadthalle events require tickets — available from the Hanseatic City of Warburg and at the box office.
Beer & Food
Half a liter of beer remains €3.50. Additionally, cocktails, wine, Warburger Pils, and non-alcoholic beverages. Bratwurst, potato pancakes, fries, crêpes, and sweet specialties are available at the stalls.
Family Day
Discounted prices on amusement rides, traditionally held on a weekday during the second week of the festival. Current date available on warburg.de.
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Where it takes place Oktoberwoche Warburg
Festplatz, Stadthalle und Innenstadt Warburg
Festplatz und Innenstadt Warburg, 34414 Warburg