Festivals 2026 in and around Frankfurt
Ready for unforgettable festival experiences in 2026? Grab your trendiest festival outfit and off you go! Spring, summer and fall in and around Frankfurt promise hot rhythms, rousing beats and unforgettable moments in the open air. 💜
Rausgegangen has summarized the coolest festivals in the Main metropolis and its surroundings for you. Discover the best events for you and your friends now, because cultural life pulsates in Frankfurt at any time of year. Here's an exclusive tip: we have a lottery for you at some of the festivals! Choose your favorite festival and, with a bit of luck, you'll soon be on the guest list! Get ready for a festival experience in a class of its own! 😍
Festivals in & around Frankfurt
Rausgegangen is your personal festival guide! So watch out, here are the best events in Frankfurt! Plan your festival visits with family and friends from spring to fall. ✨
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OURS Open Air - Season Pre-Opening 2026
To kick off the new season, OURS Open Air is bringing real house and electro pros such as Maceo Plex, Radio Slave and Alinka to the stage to mark the start of spring. Look forward to a relaxed afternoon in the open air that will give you a taste of summer 🪩
Lichter Filmfest Frankfurt International
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Grüne Soße Festival
At the Green Sauce Festival, Frankfurt's cult sauce competes against 56 creative chefs, while musicians, comedians and artists ensure a good mood with a fresh program. You can try different variations and help decide who takes the title in the end 🤩
Wäldchestag - Traditionsfest im Stadtwald
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WORLD CLUB DOME 2026
The World Club Dome will bring together major German rap acts such as Haftbefehl and Vega with international DJs such as DJ Snake and Miss Monique at the beginning of 2026. Three days of music and spectacular stage worlds promise a diverse festival experience that will make festival fans really happy 🤩
Das Osthafen-Festival
On 25 and 26 July, the Osthafen in Frankfurt will be transformed into a festival with a family program, art, sport and international specialities - colourful and lively during the day, with live music and a club atmosphere in the evening at an unusual location in the middle of the port 🤩
Love Family Park 2026
Love Family Park brings house and techno together again in 2026, from great legends to fresh talent. Electronic highlights and plenty of community spirit await you on two stages with long sets in the middle of the city 🪩
STOFFEL 2026
STOFFEL 2026 brings you a colorful mix of music, cabaret and readings for four weeks. This includes legendary sausages and drinks, a night flea market and silent disco, all on a donation basis, open to everyone who appreciates culture in a relaxed atmosphere 🫂
Mainfest
The Mainfest brings Frankfurt to the water and combines tradition with plenty of entertainment. The fisherman's joust in historical outfits is all about skill and balance, while local specialties and rides provide variety🎡
Frankfurter Apfelweinfest
Here you will find Frankfurt Ebbelwoi in all its facets - from classic variations to creative new interpretations. There are also Hessian specialties and a colourful live music program that makes the local culture tangible 🙃
Museumsuferfest
At the end of August, the Museumsuferfest transforms Frankfurt into a huge stage for art and music with artists from the region and around the world. In addition to exciting museum tours and craft stalls, dragon boat races and live performances entice visitors to linger and discover 🪩
Glücksgefühle Festival 2026
40 hours of live music at Germany's biggest music festival Featuring the best acts from the pop, rock, hip hop and EDM genres - endorphins guaranteed!
Festivals outside Frankfurt
Are you always open to new things? Perfect, so are we! Festivals outside of Frankfurt am Main also have a lot to offer! The road trip to the destination, good music, camping, great people and of course tons of fun! 🌼
MS DOCKVILLE 2026 – Festival für Musik und Kunst
The MS DOCKVILLE has been mixing indie, hip-hop, pop and electronic music for years to create a colorful program of new and well-known artists. Between murals and art events, you can expect exciting discoveries and relaxed festival vibes in the heart of the harbor district🥂
Lollapalooza Berlin presented by essence 2026
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SUPERBLOOM 2026 Experience Days – SAMSTAG
The SUPERBLOOM Festival makes the week more colorful with a variety of music from international to local. In addition to the Experience Days with stars such as Kygo and Zara Larsson, intimate concert evenings with acts such as Lorde and Lewis Capaldi await you from Monday 🪩
Sziget Festival 2026
The Sziget Festival brings together music from all over the world and combines pop, rock and electronic sounds with a diverse art program. Here you can meet big names and exciting newcomers who celebrate freedom and creativity in a unique way 🤩
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Frequently asked questions about festivals in and around Frankfurt am Main
1. what is the most popular music genre at festivals?
The popularity of music genres at German festivals varies depending on the event and target group. Some of the largest and best-known festivals in Germany are.
- Rock am Ring: Eines der größten Rockfestivals Deutschlands, das jährlich am Nürburgring stattfindet.
- Wacken Open Air: Das größte Metal-Festival der Welt, das jährlich in Wacken, Schleswig-Holstein, veranstaltet wird.
- Parookaville: Ein großes EDM-Festival, das in Weeze, Nordrhein-Westfalen, stattfindet.
This diversity shows that the popularity of music genres at festivals depends heavily on the event in question. While some festivals cater to specific genres such as rock or metal, others offer a mixture of different music styles.
2. what should you definitely have with you at a festival?
Our top 5:
1. comfortable clothing & shoes
2. sunscreen & sunglasses
3. water bottle
4. power bank
5. rain jacket/poncho
3. are there special regulations at festivals in and around Frankfurt?
Each festival has its own rules and regulations, which are published on the website of the respective festival. It is important to find out about these in advance to ensure that everything runs smoothly. For example, most festivals have specific rules regarding food and drink brought into the festival, any age restrictions and a list of prohibited items.
4. what is the best way to get to the festivals in and around Frankfurt?
Most festivals in Frankfurt are easy to reach by public transport. It is recommended that you use public transport to avoid traffic jams and parking problems. If you are camping, it is advisable to travel by car so that you can transport all your utensils properly!
5 What types of festivals are there?
There are many different types of festivals, including music festivals with jazz, pop, techno, rock, EDM festivals, film festivals, art and culture festivals, food festivals, family festivals, religious festivals and much more.
