When will the Heimattage Baden-Württemberg 2026 take place?

The Heimattage will take place throughout the year 2026 in Oberkirch. Central highlights include Baden-Württemberg Day on May 16 and 17, as well as the State Festival Days from September 11 to 13, 2026.

What program highlights are there at the Heimattage?

The program includes events such as SWR1 Pop & Poesie in Concert, SWR1 Pfännle, the Brennermeile, an artisan market, the award of the Heimat medal, a concert by Glasperlenspiel, a children's and customs day, as well as the grand state festival parade.

Where are the Heimattage taking place?

The Heimattage are taking place in various locations in Oberkirch. These include the city center, the marketplace, a festival tent, and the Renchtal Stadium.

Will there be music and concerts at the Heimattage?

Yes. The program includes several concert formats, including SWR1 Pop & Poesie in Concert, a concert by Glasperlenspiel, as well as performances by regional bands and other ensembles.

Are the Heimattage a multi-day festival?

The Heimattage are a year-round event project with several multi-day highlights. These include the Oberkirch Days, Baden-Württemberg Day, and the three-day State Festival Days in September.

What is the motto of the Heimattage 2026?

The motto of the Heimattage Baden-Württemberg 2026 in Oberkirch is 'Home is where good things arise.'

Oberkirch celebrates Heimat: A whole year full of music, tradition and surprising encounters

Name: Heimattage Baden-Württemberg 2026
Start: 2026-01-01
End: 2026-12-31T23:59:00+01:00
Location: Oberkirch

Heimattage Baden-Württemberg 2026: Oberkirch becomes a stage for history, culture and enjoyment

Oberkirch in the Renchtal will host the Heimattage Baden-Württemberg in 2026, transforming the city into a vibrant meeting point for tradition, literature, music, customs, and regional lifestyle. Under the motto 'Home is where good things arise', the festival year connects historical anniversaries with modern cultural formats and numerous events for young and old.

A whole festival year with a strong regional character

Since 1978, the Heimattage Baden-Württemberg have taken place every year in a different location. In 2026, Oberkirch will place its history, associations, districts, and culinary culture at the center. The program spans the entire year, making the city a showcase for lived Heimat, civic engagement, and the cultural diversity of Baden-Württemberg.

Three anniversaries shape the event year: Oberkirch celebrates 700 years of city rights, commemorates the 350th anniversary of the baroque poet Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen, and looks back on 300 years of distilling rights. History, literature, and regional specialties thus form the thematic framework of the Heimattage.

Baden-Württemberg Day with music, market and enjoyment

A first highlight will take place on May 16 and 17, 2026. During Baden-Württemberg Day, Oberkirch's city center will turn into a festival area featuring a state trade fair, artisan market, culinary offerings, and a varied stage program. SWR1 Pop & Poesie in Concert, SWR1 Pfännle, and the Brennermeile will set musical and indulgent accents.

On May 14 and 15, the Oberkirch Days will prepare for the big festival weekend. Cycling and hiking tours will lead through the nine districts, while open farm shops, distilleries, and local actions make the regional identity directly experienceable. An evening concert with piano.vocal, the Baden Symphony Orchestra, and the State Police Orchestra will complement the cultural program.

State Festival Days as a grand finale

From September 11 to 13, 2026, the State Festival Days will focus on the traditions and customs of the state. The opening includes the awarding of the Heimat medal and a concert by Glasperlenspiel. On Saturday, there will be a children's and customs day, an evening of customs in the festival tent with the band Die Stadelhofner, and a grand ceremonial act in the Renchtal Stadium.

Sunday culminates the festival days with a service, a square concert by the Haslach folk music band, and the grand state festival parade. Groups from all over Baden-Württemberg will bring costumes, music, community life, and regional traditions to the streets of Oberkirch.

Festival atmosphere between city center and Renchtal

The Heimattage are not a single concert but a multifaceted multi-day experience with changing venues. Between the historic city center, marketplace, festival tent, and Renchtal Stadium, an open festival atmosphere is created where music, encounters, crafts, and culinary delights interconnect. Visitors experience the main stage, cultural program, club presentations, and customs in a typical Oberkirch connection of Black Forest scenery and urban city festival.

For festival fans, the festival year means a program with many entry points: concerts, markets, family offerings, literature, services, historical themes, and regional specialties. The Heimattage thus appeal to both culture-interested guests and families, music lovers, and the local festival community.

Conclusion: Heimat becomes a shared experience in Oberkirch

The Heimattage Baden-Württemberg 2026 showcase Oberkirch as a host with history, musical energy, and a pronounced festival culture. Those who want to connect state festivals, regional cuisine, literature, customs, and live music will find a diverse event year in the Renchtal with several major highlights. The best experience arises on-site: in shared celebration, discovery, and participation in Oberkirch.