When does the 78th Hans-Thoma-Fest take place?

The festival runs from August 8 to 10, 2026, in Bernau in the Black Forest.

Where is the festival area?

Celebrations will take place in the festival tent at the Spitzenberg sports field in Bernau in the Black Forest, between the districts of Dorf and Innerlehen.

How much does a ticket cost?

The ticket for the party night with the Dorfrockers costs €20. A 10-ticket bundle with table reservation costs €180.

Is entry free for children?

Yes, entry is free for those under 14 years of age.

Who performs at the festival?

The program includes, among others, the Dorfrockers, brass band fever, traditional costume bands, morning gatherings, and other regional program points.

What makes the Hans-Thoma-Fest special?

Since 1949, the festival has connected tradition, art, customs, music, and a strong sense of community in the Black Forest.

Bernau celebrates grandly: Tradition, music, and Black Forest magic at the Hans-Thoma-Fest

Name: 78th Hans-Thoma-Fest
Start: 2026-08-08T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-11T01:59:59+02:00
Location: Festzelt am Sportplatz Spitzenberg

78th Hans-Thoma-Fest 2026: Bernau Celebrates Tradition, Music, and Black Forest Atmosphere

From August 8 to 10, 2026, Bernau in the Black Forest transforms into a stage for lived customs, music, and art. The 78th Hans-Thoma-Fest honors the painter Hans Thoma, born in Bernau, and has been combining local festivities, traditional costumes, concerts, and exhibitions into a three-day multi-day experience since 1949. ([bernau-schwarzwald.de](https://www.bernau-schwarzwald.de/erleben-geniessen/veranstaltungen/hans-thoma-fest))

A Festival with History and Genuine Village Spirit

The Hans-Thoma-Fest is one of the identity-forming events in the High Black Forest. For decades, the town of Bernau has placed its traditions at the center: With the participation of traditional costume wearers, art, customs, and regional music, a festival atmosphere emerges that goes far beyond a classic local festival. The event is closely associated with the name Hans Thoma and local cultural history. ([bernau-schwarzwald.de](https://www.bernau-schwarzwald.de/erleben-geniessen/veranstaltungen/hans-thoma-fest))

Music, Award Ceremony, and Black Forest Program

The festival program for 2026 features a strong mix of party nights, morning gatherings, traditional costume parades, and family moments. On Saturday, the festival kicks off with keg tapping and a local evening, followed by the party night with the Dorfrockers. On Sunday, the schedule includes an ecumenical service, the Nature Energy Award ceremony, the exhibition opening at the Hans-Thoma Art Museum, and the bulldog and tractor parade. On Monday, attractions include a children's afternoon, a craftsmen's gathering, and a festive conclusion with brass band fever. ([hans-thoma-fest.de](https://www.hans-thoma-fest.de/festprogramm/?utm_source=openai))

Festival Grounds, Arrival, and Atmosphere

Celebrations will take place in the festival tent at the Spitzenberg sports field between the village and Innerlehen. The location is referred to as the hiking parking lot at Spitzenberg; the address is Sportplatzstraße, 79872 Bernau im Schwarzwald. The site is designed for a compact, easily accessible open-air and tent setting where village life, music, and community closely intersect. ([www1.bwegt.de](https://www1.bwegt.de/land-und-leute/das-land-erleben/veranstaltungen/detail/traditionelles-fest-bernau-im-schwarzwald/78-hans-thoma-fest/5c619b0f-8d05-4964-82e9-4a2e463e7e62?utm_source=openai))

Tickets, Admission, and Special Features

The ticket for the party night with the Dorfrockers costs €20. Additionally, there is a 10-ticket bundle with table reservation for €180. Prices apply starting from 14 years; entry is free for those under this age. Tickets are available in advance online and at the Bernau Tourist Information. ([schwarzwald-tourismus.info](https://www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info/veranstaltungen/78.-hans-thoma-fest-18e432ff9d?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion

The 78th Hans-Thoma-Fest offers a strong mix of Black Forest tradition, music, traditional costume culture, and festive community in 2026. Those seeking an authentic festival atmosphere with a regional character will experience a rare, rich, and warm weekend here. This festival deserves to be experienced live. ([bernau-schwarzwald.de](https://www.bernau-schwarzwald.de/erleben-geniessen/veranstaltungen/hans-thoma-fest))