78. Hans-Thoma-Fest 2026: Three days of festival magic in Bernau in the Black Forest
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78. Hans-Thoma-Fest 2026: Bernau celebrates tradition, music, and Black Forest feeling
From August 8 to 10, 2026, Bernau in the Black Forest will once again become a stage for a festival that uniquely combines home, music, and active club culture. The 78th Hans-Thoma-Fest brings together folk music, dance, art, children's programs, and festive encounters – a true multi-day experience with a strong community spirit.
A home festival with history and character
The Hans-Thoma-Fest has been closely associated with the name of the Black Forest painter Hans Thoma for decades and is one of the most traditional events in the region. Official festival and tourism sources describe it as a longstanding home festival that annually shapes Bernau during the second weekend of August. In 2026, the location will be entirely focused on music, traditional costumes, encounters, and regional identity from August 8 to 10.
Music, dance, and Black Forest tradition on multiple levels
The program combines brass music, dance performances, festive parades, church services, award ceremonies, and social evenings in the festival tent. Particularly, the interplay of club culture, regional music associations, and festive atmosphere makes the Hans-Thoma-Fest an event with a distinctive festival vibe. The mix of the main stage in the festival tent and lively program points in Bernau creates a multifaceted experience for families, regular guests, and tradition enthusiasts.
The festival grounds at the Spitzenberg sports center
The venue is the festival tent at the sports field Spitzenberg between the districts of Dorf and Innerlehen. The area around the Spitzenberg sports center is well known in the region, well connected, and easily found due to the hiking parking lot and proximity to the Spitzenberg ski lift. For visitors, this creates an uncomplicated festival grounds with a Black Forest backdrop and plenty of space for a relaxed festival atmosphere.
Tickets, price structure, and visitor information
Tickets are required for the party bands. The official pre-sale prices for the Dorfrocker mention a single ticket for 20.00 euros, as well as a 10-ticket with table reservation for 180.00 euros. Admission is free for those under 14 years. Additionally, there will be a box office and online pre-sales. This makes the visit manageable and gives the festival a clear structure between free traditional components and ticketed music highlights.
Family-friendly, weather-independent, and full of atmosphere
The official notes emphasize the Hans-Thoma-Fest as child- and youth-friendly, suitable for families, weather-independent, and senior-friendly. This mix shapes the multi-day experience: daytime encounters, evening festival tent atmosphere, and between them regional cuisine, club life, and the special tranquility of the Black Forest. Those looking for festival atmosphere with a sense of home will find an event with its own character here.
Conclusion: A festival that brings Bernau together
The 78th Hans-Thoma-Fest 2026 promises a vibrant weekend full of music, tradition, and community. Between festive parades, brass music, art, and celebratory mood, a festival is created in Bernau that is not only visited but experienced. Anyone wanting to feel the Black Forest in its most festive form should attend this home festival live.
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