
Ensemble-Akademie 2026: Opening Concert
The Ensemble-Akademie 2026 kicks off with a faculty concert pairing Ensemble Recherche and Freiburger Barockorchester, spanning Purcell and Legrenzi to contemporary composers.
182 events for the next 18 months

The Ensemble-Akademie 2026 kicks off with a faculty concert pairing Ensemble Recherche and Freiburger Barockorchester, spanning Purcell and Legrenzi to contemporary composers.

A guided walk through the highlights of Freiburg im Breisgau's Old Town, including an exclusive interior tour of the Münster cathedral with a personal headphone audio system.

Freiburg's Theater L.U.S.T. builds every scene from scratch on audience suggestions - no script, no rehearsed lines, just live wordplay, acting and improvised song, with Christoph Müller on electric piano.

Drag queen Betty BBQ leads a walking tour through Freiburg that doubles as a travestie show - packed with nightlife stories, local gossip, and sharp wit. Adults only (18+).

Joachim Telgenbüscher and Nils Minkmar bring their popular history podcast to the stage, taking audiences through 19th-century Germany and the turbulent Vormärz era on their first live tour.

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Pub Crawl through 5 Freiburg bars with guides from drag queen Betty BBQ - welcome shot, drinks, special shots and new friendships await participants aged 18 and over.

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A one-hour guided tour of the Ganter family brewery in Freiburg im Breisgau, including a Zwickel tank tasting, a free drink in the historic Kesselhaus, and a fresh pretzel.

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A guided walk through Freiburg im Breisgau's old town, taking in the Bächle canals, historic burgher houses, the farmers' market, and the city's famous Gothic cathedral.

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A compact walking tour of Freiburg im Breisgau's historic centre, taking in the Old Town Hall, Freiburg Minster and the Schlossberg area. Open to adults aged 18 and over only.

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Munich's Colour Haze bring their psychedelic heavy rock to Freiburg im Breisgau - drifting guitar lines, hypnotic grooves, and massive sonic eruptions.

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German rapper GZUZ brings the ZUSATZ TOUR 2026 to Freiburg. The concert takes place at Messe Freiburg.

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Just Taylor performs at the renowned jazz club Jazzhaus.

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Graduation concert of Ensemble-Akademie students presenting their work with baroque and contemporary ensembles.

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A costumed walking tour of Freiburg im Breisgau set in the 16th century, led by a character playing a wandering prostitute who brings the city's shadier past to life.

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A guided tour through Freiburg's red-light district as it was in the 70s, 80s and 90s - packed with vivid stories about the local underworld, its bars and the colourful characters who ran the scene. Adults only (18+).

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A monthly wheel-throwing pottery course in Freiburg im Breisgau, open to beginners and those with some experience, covering all the basics from centring to glazing your own finished pieces.

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Matthias Maierhofer, cathedral organist and organ professor at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg, performs works by César Franck, Paul Hofhaimer, and Thierry Escaich at the Freiburger Münster.

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A pottery wheel course for beginners and returning students, running over 4 morning sessions at FABRIK in Freiburg im Breisgau. Participants learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing and leave with their own finished pieces.

Helene Bukowski reads from her new novel about a young pianist and a long-undiagnosed mental health condition. A conversation with an editor and music physician about art and social pressure.

A murder-mystery dinner show set at a UFO conference, with a four-course menu and aperitif at Schlossbergrestaurant Dattler in Freiburg im Breisgau.

The Shoo-Shoos mark 15 years on stage with an anniversary premiere, revisiting the best moments from five programmes and four albums.

An interactive crime play combined with a multi-course dinner at Waldrestaurant St. Ottilien. Improv artists involve guests in an investigation full of unexpected twists and humour.

klangwerk LIED and the SWR Vokalensemble present an evening of lieder and ensemble works by European composer-emigrants, asking how migration shapes musical identity.

The Shoo-Shoos mark 15 years on stage with an anniversary show featuring favourite songs and highlights from across all their programmes.

Renaud Garcia-Fons, master of the five-string double bass, brings his "Blue Maqam" programme to Freiburg im Breisgau - spanning jazz, classical and world music.

Subscription concert featuring the SWR Symphony Orchestra at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

Free opening event for the participatory exhibition "Alberta and the ABC of Wishes" at Literaturhaus Freiburg, with a postcard workshop, crafts, and a waffle stand.

A children's theatre show for ages 3 and up, based on Kai Lüftner's book about a little dragon who can't breathe fire - only smoke and very loud farts. Performed by Sebastian Kreutz, directed by Thomas Hänsel.

English soprano Carolyn Sampson and pianist Joseph Middleton perform works by Purcell, Poulenc and Pritchard as part of the Liederaben.de series.

The Renner trio brings together trombone, bass and drums - no harmony instrument - and finds a balance of freedom and precision that is rare in jazz.

Two post-punk acts from Western Europe share the stage: Paris veterans Frustration, with over two decades behind them, and Brussels quartet Warm Exit, blending noise and krautrock with a 70s punk spirit.

Beatriz Picas, Nelson Briceno and Thomas Bauser bring together jazz, Latin rhythms and world music for one evening at the Freiburger Jazzfestival 2026.

The 10th International Jazzhaus Piano Competition runs in Freiburg im Breisgau as part of the Freiburger Jazzfestival. The final brings the top young jazz pianists to the Jazzhaus stage for an evening of competitive performance.

A free walk-through picture-book exhibition for children aged 4+ and adults at the Literaturhaus Freiburg, with kamishibai readings, workshops, and picture-book concerts running from 22 September to 15 October 2026.

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A 5-session evening pottery wheel course in Freiburg im Breisgau, open to beginners and those with some experience. Participants take home their own finished, glazed ceramics.

Ruf Records' Blues Caravan marks its 20th anniversary with Laura Chavez, Matthew Curry, and Elise Frank - three full sets followed by a joint jam session at the Jazzhaus.

A monthly book club at Literaturhaus Freiburg discussing Anna Katharina Hahn's novel "Der Chor", about a Stuttgart women's choir, female friendship, and music after the pandemic. Free entry, registration required.

Wolfgang Haffner marks his 60th birthday and five decades on stage with his trio and special guest Ida Sand, a leading voice in Scandinavian jazz.

Duo Graceland performs a Simon & Garfunkel tribute combined with elements of classical music.

Led Zeppelin tribute act Physical Graffiti plays the Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau as part of their "Performing Led Zeppelin" Tour 2026.

Serdar Somuncu returns with his HASSIAS stand-up show, packed with sarcasm and sharp social commentary.

A comedy by Stephan Eckel about office chaos, where a hole in the wall becomes the catalyst for resolving workplace conflicts and bringing about change.

Berlin underground jazz collective Sonic Interventions blends heavy grooves with cosmos-inspired poetry and dance, moving between meditation and trance.

Six guitarists of the award-winning Guitarra a Seis sextet open the new Kultur über den Dächern season with orchestral works by Grieg, Rossini, Bizet and de Falla, played on custom-built instruments spanning five and a half octaves.

Reading and conversation with author Şeyda Kurt about her debut novel "Zeit der Monster" - an apocalyptic story about hope and despair in a fractured city.

BAILÉ returns to Wodan Halle with traditional Irish jigs, reels and songs played on fiddle, uilleann pipes, flute, guitar and bodhrán - their last show here sold out.

A science show by Dr. Mark Benecke, an expert in forensics and forensic entomology.

Matterz performs live in Freiburg im Breisgau. A concert at The Great Räng Teng Teng.

A dramatic show exploring real crimes and toxic relationships, performed by Alexander Stevens and Jacqueline Belle.

Waldsee Festival in Freiburg im Breisgau – a cultural event by the lake.

An all-girls dance night at Schneerot Club. An exclusive evening designed for women, perfect for a night out with friends.

An evening talk by Helen Sharman, the first British astronaut, recounting her extraordinary journey from chemist to space traveller aboard the Mir station.

A hands-on pottery workshop for families in Freiburg im Breisgau, where children and parents shape clay into their own decorative pieces under expert guidance.

German singer Vanessa Mai brings her Traumfabrik Tour 2026 to Freiburg im Breisgau.

German artist Masud Akbarzadeh performs at Waldsee in Freiburg im Breisgau.

An evening dedicated to ABBA's most iconic hits. Perfect for fans of the Swedish band and disco music lovers.

Mariybu brings the Frech Tour to Freiburg. Concert at Jazzhaus.

Wolfgang Roese and the ORSO Rock-Symphoniker blend rock and classical music in a large-scale live show at the Konzerthaus Freiburg.

A string quartet pays tribute to John Williams and Hans Zimmer at the Pauluskirche in Freiburg - beloved film scores in an intimate, candlelit setting.

A string quartet pays tribute to rock legends from AC/DC to Metallica in a candlelit setting at Pauluskirche in Freiburg.

A dance piece for two performers exploring how women's identities, roles and relationships shift and blur into one another.

Soft Loft brings the "Throw The Dice" tour to Freiburg. The concert takes place on 11 October 2026 at 20:00 at Waldsee.

Paula Lambert performs her stand-up comedy show 'Finde dich gut, sonst findet dich keiner'.

LANSDOWNE brings the "wish you well" tour across Europe. Concert at Jazzhaus in Freiburg.

Irish singer-songwriter Wallis Bird brings her "I Can See Your Tour From Here" tour to Freiburg.

Stand-up comedy show in Freiburg im Breisgau. An evening of humor and laughter.

RapK performs live at Jazzhaus.

Stand-up comedy evening featuring various comedians. A night of laughter and entertainment for comedy lovers.

Legendary British psychobilly act Demented Are Go take the stage at Kulturraum in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Comedians from Freiburg im Breisgau and Munich go head-to-head in a stand-up city battle at Bürgerhaus Zähringen.

Irish group The Kilkennys perform at Jazzhaus Freiburg im Breisgau as part of their European tour.

Concert by Martin Frank in Freiburg im Breisgau. Starts at 20:00.

Symphony concert by Freiburg Theatre at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

Concert by artist yara in Freiburg im Breisgau. Doors at 20:00.

German rock band Fischer-Z celebrates 50 years of existence with a special concert in Freiburg. A chance to hear rock classics from one of Germany's most important bands.

A chamber concert featuring the prestigious SWR Symphony Orchestra at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

Concert by German artist Vince in Freiburg im Breisgau.

TAHNEE performs at Konzerthaus Freiburg. The artist will present her music in the unique atmosphere of this concert hall.

Stand-up comedy show at Paulussaal.

The Hollywood Sound Orchestra brings iconic Disney film music to life on its anniversary tour – a magical evening for the whole family in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Fabio Landert performs "The Forbidden Fruit" in Freiburg. An artistic programme.

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A hands-on pottery course for children aged 7-14 at a real ceramics workshop in Freiburg im Breisgau - wheel throwing, hand-building, painting and glazing included.

An ABBA tribute dinner show in Freiburg featuring the greatest hits of the Swedish band. Enjoy an unforgettable evening with live entertainment and fine dining.

Farewell concert by Mireille Mathieu, an icon of French music, as part of her last concert tour.

STOPPOK brings the full band to Freiburg im Breisgau for the RUND-Reise 2026 tour – a chance to catch the German singer-songwriter in his most complete live setting.

Schlongonges perform at Kultur in der FABRIK in Freiburg.

Katja Berlin performs her programme "Torten der Wahrheit" in Freiburg im Breisgau.

German stand-up comedian Moritz Hohl performs in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Fritz Lang's 1928 silent spy film "Spione" comes to life with a live organ accompaniment at the Christuskirche in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Dominik Hartz performs at Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau as part of his "verstr!ckt Tour 2026".

The band nand brings the "Es wäre schön-Tour" to Freiburg im Breisgau. The concert takes place on 11 November 2026 at 20:00 in Jazzhaus.

Anda Morts brings their "I hate this part of Texas" tour to Freiburg. Live performance at Jazzhaus.

Ella Stern brings her programme "das schlimmste und das beste" to Freiburg as part of her 2026 tour.

The Magic Mumble Jumble embarks on the Better Days Tour 2026. The concert takes place at Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau.

LEAP brings the "Entropy World Tour" to Freiburg. The concert takes place on November 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

Concert by Sebastian Reich & Amanda at Paulussaal. Live music on 15 November 2026.

German band Kontrollverlust brings their "Märchen schreit die Zeit Tour 2026" to Freiburg.

Legendary Bob Dylan performs songs from the album "Rough and Rowdy Ways" live in Freiburg.

A festive drag queen Christmas tour with Betty BBQ — a colourful and humorous show full of holiday spirit, perfect for adult audiences.

A special concert for children featuring the SWR Symphony Orchestra in Freiburg.

Concert by Ersatzkopf at Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Tribute band Night Fever brings the music of the legendary Bee Gees to life at Konzerthaus Freiburg, performing their greatest hits live.

An evening celebrating the life and work of Austrian artist Udo Jürgens. A spectacular programme about his life, love, and music.

Austrian accordionist and composer Herbert Pixner embarks on a European tour in 2026.

KOK 130 event at Messe Freiburg in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Glueboys perform at Waldsee in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Concert by the SWR Symphonieorchester in Freiburg. Performance starts at 20:00.

German artist Ina Müller and her band perform in Freiburg as part of their 6.0 Tour.

Metal night with Mystic Propheca and Iron Savior at Crash Freiburg club.

A concert from the SWR1 Pop & Poesie series blending pop music with poetry, held in Freiburg.

Mighty Oaks brings their Tour 2026 to Freiburg. The band performs at Jazzhaus.

The band frytz performs at Jazzhaus as part of their Tour 2026.

A meeting with German writer Ferdinand von Schirach and his work "Der stille Freund" at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

A classical music concert of J.S. Bach's Christmas Oratorio arranged for children, featuring selections from the first three parts. Performance at Christuskirche in Freiburg.

Bach's three-part Christmas Oratorio performed by the Christuskirche choir. A Baroque masterpiece in the solemn setting of the church.

German band DIKKA performs as part of their "Boah ist das krass" tour in 2026.

The iconic Christmas film "Three Nuts for Cinderella" comes to Konzerthaus Freiburg im Breisgau with full live orchestral accompaniment - a festive treat for the whole family.

Katrin Iskam performs her comedy show about gardening without all the fuss at the Paulussaal in Freiburg im Breisgau.

A performance of the final three parts (4-6) of Bach's Christmas Oratorio BWV 248 at the Christuskirche in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Timon Krause presents his experiMENTAL project at the Jazzhaus jazz club.

Cüneyt Akan presents his "Drama King" show in Freiburg im Breisgau.

A poetry slam evening hosted by Ansgar Hufnagel. Spontaneous and energetic competition of poets on stage.

German comedian Torsten Sträter presents his stand-up programme "Die Zyklopen von Saint-Tropez" at Messe Freiburg.

Christmas concert by Simone Sommerland featuring festive songs for the whole family.

Italian ballet company Classico Ballet Napoli presents a classical version of The Nutcracker – a festive fairy tale on stage.

Concert by artist Osan Yaran. The event takes place on 16 December 2026 at 20:00.

HGich.T performs their music as part of a special anniversary tour "30 JAHRE TOUR" at Jazzhaus.

All choirs of Christuskirche in Freiburg im Breisgau - from children's groups to the chamber choir - come together for a traditional Quempas Christmas concert.

The iconic "Phantom of the Opera" in the original Sasson/Sautter production comes to Konzerthaus Freiburg im Breisgau - a romantic, dramatic musical spectacle with sweeping melodies.

A spectacular ABBA tribute show bringing the group's greatest hits to life with live performances, iconic costumes, and 70s-style choreography.

A children's theatre show based on the beloved Little Dragon Coconut series, this time sending the hero on a globe-trotting adventure.

Theater Liberi's musical adaptation of "The Jungle Book" - a classic tale of Mowgli's adventures in Freiburg im Breisgau.

United Classic Ballet brings the timeless "Swan Lake" to the Konzerthaus Freiburg, featuring Tchaikovsky's iconic score and classical choreography.

A German schlager concert with Andy Borg and guests in Freiburg. Music, singing, and fun for fans of German popular music.

Russian writer and performer Wladimir Kaminer presents his programme "Müttertage" (Mother's Days).

Bülent Ceylan presents his stand-up comedy programme "Diktatürk" at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

Concert by Caveman in Freiburg im Breisgau.

The SWR Symphony Orchestra performs the programme Linie 2 in Freiburg im Breisgau.

A concert by German artist Sven Bensmann in Freiburg im Breisgau.

A Vienna gala with the music of Johann Strauss and ballet at Konzerthaus Freiburg. Classic waltzes and polkas in an elegant performance with dance choreography.

The iconic classical ballet Swan Lake performed by the Italian company Classico Ballet Napoli.

The Chinese National Circus comes to Freiburg with ZENsation - a spectacular acrobatic show blending masterful balance acts with traditional Chinese circus arts.

International dance company SIXX PAXX brings the Dreams Tour to Freiburg, featuring a spectacular show filled with dynamic choreography and striking costumes.

Martin Frank presents his programme "Grüße aus Allegro Süd" in Freiburg.

Epic heavy metal legends Manowar bring their Kings Of Metal Fighting The World Tour 2027 to Messe Freiburg for a night of powerful metal.

Monet192 performs at the iconic Jazzhaus jazz club in Freiburg.

Kytes brings the Indie Rave Tour to Freiburg im Breisgau. Energetic indie rock and electronic sounds on one stage.

Concert by artist PaulWetz in Freiburg im Breisgau.

German pop act Unheilig and special guests perform at Messe Freiburg as part of their "Liebe, Glaube, Monster Tour 2026/27" — a night of anthems and emotion.

Concert by artist Nikita Miller at Paulussaal. Show starts at 20:00.

A poetic tribute to Berlin – a theatrical piece about the city, its history, and spirit.

German artist Helge Schneider performs his programme "Ellebogen vom Tich" in Freiburg.

A co-headliner tour bringing together artists BAHAR and SIMONA. Music that demands to be heard.

Bavarian rap-folk act Dicht & Ergreifend bring their Zweiländerdreieck Tour 2026/2027 to the Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau.

A musical gala featuring hit songs from over 20 world productions. Iconic songs, dance, and spectacular staging all in one evening.

A crime-themed stage show with Lucia Leona, part of the Mord am Mittwoch - Die Crime Show 2027 series, performed at the Paulussaal in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Norwegian band Kakkmaddafakka performs at Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Concert by RAUM27 at the Jazzhaus jazz club.

The Dark Tenor presents a spectacular project blending rock with classical music in Freiburg.

Magician Julian Pyhrr brings the world of illusions and spectacular tricks inspired by Las Vegas to the stage.

German band And One performs in Freiburg as part of their Bägtuse Ruts Tour 2027.

Tribute band performing the greatest hits of rock legend Fleetwood Mac. Perfect for fans of classic rock from the 1970s and 1980s.

German comedian Özcan Cosar performs his stand-up comedy programme VIP in Freiburg.

German dog expert Martin Rütter presents his new educational show about animal behaviour and the relationship between humans and dogs.

Ami Warning performs in Freiburg as part of the European Wellen Tour 2027.

Victory performs at Crash Freiburg on their "Temple of the fallen Culture Tour 2027".

The Austrian brass ensemble Mnozil Brass performs a spectacular programme of Strauss music and theatrical entertainment.

German band Die Lärmer performs in Freiburg as part of their "Wir sind am Leben!" 2027 tour.

Stand-up comedy show by Simon Stäblein featuring his programme "Absolute Frechheit".

German comedian Ralf Schmitz presents his stand-up comedy show "Schmitzmän" in Freiburg.

A musical about the life of Elvis Presley at Konzerthaus Freiburg im Breisgau - classic hits and a full theatrical production.

Concert by Dr. Leon Windscheid in Freiburg. The event takes place on April 19, 2027 at 8:00 PM.

Austrian folk ensemble Kastelruther Spatzen presents their "DolomitenSchatz" programme on a concert tour.

JOSH. performs at Jazzhaus Freiburg im Breisgau. Show starts at 19:30.

German comedian Paul Panzer presents his stand-up comedy show in Freiburg.

A concert celebrating the music of Queen in Freiburg. A spectacular journey through the greatest hits of the legendary band.

A theatrical performance inspired by the works of German humorist Loriot, staged in Freiburg.

Austrian comedian Lisa Eckhart presents her programme "Ich war mal wer" in Freiburg.

Concert by artist Daniel Luis in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Swiss stand-up comedian Hazel Brugger presents her show "Good Evening Europe" at Messe Freiburg.

Comedy show with Olaf Schubert and his friends at Messe Freiburg.
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The band lovehead performs in Freiburg im Breisgau as part of their Sommerwind Tour 2026.

A guided walk through Freiburg's historic centre, covering local legends, the medieval Münster and the farmers' market - tracing the city's path from the Middle Ages to today's eco-capital.

Il Civetto marks the release of "Träume aus Lava" with a live show at Club Waldsee in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Ibsen's "Nora" reimagined: Christmas in summer, Helmer as a woman, Nora as a man. A summer OpenAir in Freiburg featuring an excellent ensemble and striking set design.

SEOM blends music, poetry and spirituality into one evening - his ESSENZ concert moves between powerful songs, humour and meditative passages, suitable for audiences aged around 5 and up.

A themed tour exploring National Socialism in Freiburg, tracing key moments from World War I through the rise of the Third Reich. For adults and young people aged 16 and up.

Escape walk through the historic Brewery GANTER in Freiburg, where you solve the mystery of vanished labels for the brewery's 150th anniversary.

The Shoo-Shoos return with their fifth show - a swing comedy about a provincial "Savoy" hotel, a gala-night scandal, and live music from three vocalists backed by a full band.

A sharp comedy about a tennis club meeting that descends into chaos over a proposal to buy a separate grill for the club's only Turkish member - a witty look at majority, minority and German identity by Jacobs and Netenjakob.

A living-history walking tour of Freiburg im Breisgau narrated by a 16th-century wandering prostitute, bringing the city's shadier past to life.

An actor in the role of a medieval day labourer leads a 90-minute walk through 400 years of Freiburg im Breisgau's history, covering the Bächle canals, robber knights, and the mysteries of the Minster.

A one-hour guided tour of the GANTER family brewery in Freiburg im Breisgau, with a tasting straight from the Zwickel tank, a free drink in the historic boiler house, and a fresh pretzel included in the price.

A concert by Scottish band The Real McKenzies and Restless Feet. The show takes place at Cafe Atlantik.

Three metal acts - Pro-Pain, Draindown, and Declass - share the stage at Cafe Atlantik in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Metal evening with Pro-Pain, Draindown, and Declass in Freiburg.

Eleven-piece Freiburg band TABASCO brings over 50 years of funk-rock-soul to the Wallgraben Theater - expect punchy horns, tight grooves, and a live show that keeps the energy high all night.

Metal band SOULFLY performs at Jazzhaus. An energetic show as part of the worldwide Tribal Technology Tour 2026.

A Beatles tribute spanning their entire career from 1962 to 1970 - from chart hits to rare studio recordings - performed by The No Plastic Band, who have been playing together since 1990.

Vocalist Magdalena Ganter and Thomas Bauser's Hammond organ trio play jazz, Latin and blues at Wallgraben Theater in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Agnostic Front and Selfish Hate perform live at Cafe Atlantik.

Kapelle Petra marks 30 years on stage with the exclusive LÜBBE Tour - the only headline shows of their anniversary year, featuring highlights from three decades and promised surprises along the way.

German rock band Madsen performs at Zelt-Musik-Festival in Freiburg im Breisgau.

The Margulis Piano Trio, a sibling ensemble from a celebrated Russian musical family, closes the ZMF matinee series in Freiburg im Breisgau with works by Schubert, Saint-Saëns, Ravel, and Mussorgsky.

A breakfast tour of Freiburg's renowned Münstermarkt with tastings of local products from the producers themselves and insider stories about market life.

Buena Vista All Stars takes the stage at Zelt-Musik-Festival in Freiburg im Breisgau.

The SWEET SOUL MUSIC REVUE has been touring for nearly 20 years, paying tribute to soul legends from Aretha Franklin to Otis Redding. Ten musicians with a full brass section deliver two hours of Motown, Stax and Atlantic classics.

Kitty, Daisy & Lewis, the London sibling trio mixing swing, blues, country and rock'n'roll, bring their first album in nine years to the ZMF Freiburg stage.

NATURALLY 7 recreate the sound of a full band - drums, bass, guitar and all - using only their voices. The seven vocal virtuosos mix R&B, soul, gospel and pop in a compelling a cappella show at ZMF Freiburg.

Singer-songwriter Laura Braun performs her debut album Vom Weg ab at ZMF Freiburg for the first time with a full band - a homecoming show in the city where her career began.

British rock band Razorlight performs at the Zelt-Musik-Festival.

A guided walking tour through Freiburg's old town covering local legends, the Bächle canals, the farmers' market, and the famous cathedral.

Kolsimcha have been pioneering "Contemporary Klezmer" since 1986, weaving Eastern European klezmer tradition together with jazz and classical music into a sound entirely their own. Their ZMF Freiburg show promises virtuosic playing and genuine musical breadth.

The Interstring Project blends progressive rock with contemporary dance in NOISE CIRCUS, an expressive sound performance for four electric guitars with immersive lighting. Running time: 70 minutes.

Swiss circus arts festival Artistika makes its ZMF debut with a variety gala featuring Cirque du Soleil star Rob Alton, aerial acrobat Linda Sander, clown Peter Shub, and the chaotic Chaos-Theater Oropax.

American metalcore band Stick To Your Guns performs in Freiburg during their European summer tour.

The Freiburger Akkordeon Orchester traces Astor Piazzolla's life through music, from Buenos Aires to Paris and New York, joined by Argentine singer Josefina Aymonino.

German premiere of a play about the friendship between two girls, Konradine and Effi, which blossoms into first love. A performance for ages 9 and up.

A musical service featuring Bach cantatas performed by the ensemble Christusbarock at Christuskirche in Freiburg. The concert celebrates the 300th anniversary of the cantata BWV 170.

The fifth edition of the Freiburger Stadtmeister:innenschaften brings four poetry slam events to the Vorderhaus - preliminary rounds, a grand final, and a brand-new U20 competition for young spoken-word talent.

Final showcase of a 2-year dance-training programme: twenty dancers in ten choreographies blending contemporary dance, improvisation, and performance.

Post Apocalyptic Café Orchestra unites music from Freiburg and Newport in the international Urban Echoes project, supported by a local choir.

German punk rock legends Die Toten Hosen bring their "Trink aus! Wir müssen gehen Tour 2026" to Messe Freiburg in Freiburg im Breisgau.

The fifth edition of the Freiburger Stadtmeisterschaften poetry slam features two qualifying rounds, a grand final, and a brand-new U20 competition for performers under 20.

A musical walking tour through the Haslach neighbourhood featuring songs created together with local residents, marking the end of Cargo Theater Freiburg's season.

The second preliminary round of Freiburg's poetry slam city championship, where performers compete for a place in Saturday's final. This fifth edition also introduces a brand-new U20 competition.

A premiere musical walk through the Haslach neighbourhood in Freiburg, where squares, backyards and workshops serve as stages for songs made with local residents. Free entry.

A three-hour guided tour of Freiburg's Münstermarkt with tastings from local producers and a hearty breakfast enjoyed directly at the market stalls.

Concert performance by artist Lara Hulo at the Zelt-Musik-Festival.

The Freiburg City Championships in Poetry Slam return for their fifth edition with qualifying rounds and a final at Vorderhaus. A new addition: the first-ever competition for artists under 20.

German artist Alin Coen performs his music during a concert in Freiburg im Breisgau.

The Freiburg Philharmonic Orchestra, led by André de Ridder, reimagines britpop classics in full orchestral form - a striking crossover between pop songwriting and symphonic sound.

Bernd Lafrenz performs the entire Romeo and Juliet story solo - a comedy one-man show with live musical accompaniment by the Riegeler Musikverein. Shakespeare has rarely been this fun.

Japanese organist Risa Toho performs a programme spanning Bach to the present day at Freiburg Minster, with Reubke's rarely heard Psalm 94 Sonata as the centrepiece.

Australian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel showcases his mastery on the live stage. A concert full of virtuosity and energy for acoustic guitar enthusiasts.

Malaka Hostel brings their self-styled Global Umpa to Freiburg - a high-energy blend of Balkan and Andean folk driven by a punchy brass section. The show marks the release of their new album Brucca Beat.

Till Brönner, an internationally acclaimed German jazz trumpeter, brings his ITALIA project to open-air stages - a tribute to the golden age of Italian music that blends jazz with Mediterranean charm and the atmosphere of a summer night.

LaBrassBanda, the Bavarian band that reinvented brass music with pop, techno and ska, returns with a new album and a live show built for dancing.

Fatoni brings his biggest-ever solo tour, DRAMA ENDET NIE, to Freiburg - a live show that swings between 808 mosh-pit energy and guitar-driven melancholy, with fresh music on the way.

ECHO Klassik-awarded ensemble Spark bridges Bach and the Beatles in a virtuosic programme at the ZMF award winners' matinee in Freiburg im Breisgau, joined by ZMF prize winner Tabea Kind.

Three major orchestral works in one evening - Mozart, Beethoven, and Hindemith performed at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg.

Mexican cumbia-punk band Son Rompe Pera blend virtuoso marimba with raw punk energy - their live shows are guaranteed to fill the dance floor.

Cuban pianist Ramón Valle and his quartet play the world premiere of their new album at Jazzhaus Freiburg - recorded in the same studio earlier that day. Grammy winner Dafnis Prieto, Joaquin Sosa, and Yandy Martinez complete the lineup.

The Academic Orchestra Freiburg takes on Brahms and Szymanowski, with violinist Moë Dierstein as soloist and Xiao Zhuo conducting.

British-Georgian singer Katie Melua takes the stage at the Zelt-Musik-Festival.

An outdoor escape walk through the Ganter brewery in Freiburg - a 90-minute team challenge for groups of 3-9, hunting down missing labels from an 1865 lager.

Dota Kehr and her band DOTA bring new material to the Zelt-Musik-Festival in Freiburg im Breisgau - minimalist, bouncy songs full of open questions and sharp, searching lyrics.

The band Berq performs at Zelt-Musik-Festival in Freiburg im Breisgau during the summer open-air concert series.

Alex & Joschi mix clowning and acrobatics in a lively, interactive show that works for kids and adults - full of daring stunts and genuine laughs.

Andreas Kümmert, winner of "The Voice of Germany," brings his A.LIVE! Tour to the stage. The musician fuses blues, rock, and soul into emotionally charged and authentic songs.

Legendary Jamaican reggae artist Burning Spear, one of the most important voices in the genre's history, performs at the ZMF Festival in Freiburg. A powerful concert filled with messages of unity and cultural pride.

A sing-along evening with Cécile Verny and Christian Gutfleisch on the eve of the festival. Rock, pop and jazz classics for all voices, regardless of experience.

A young reading stage presents unpublished texts from Freiburg debut authors. The evening combines curated readings with an open mic for spontaneous performances.

A humorous guided walk through Freiburg im Breisgau's historic centre, taking in the Bächle, picturesque lanes, the farmers' market and the famous Minster.

Camerata Vocale Freiburg presents an ambitious a-cappella programme spanning Brahms, Ravel, and Elgar alongside contemporary works, showcasing transparent choral sound and interpretative artistry.

A performance following two enslaved Africans whose path to freedom runs through a perilous escape to a Quilombo, guided by the Orixá Exú and the world of Capoeira.

The international TAU ENSEMBLE merges Maqam traditions with jazz and Mediterranean rhythms in an improvisational dialogue of cultures. Support act Oud Dates Cuatro opens the evening.

Young exceptionally talented musicians from the FAB programme take the stage at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg in an evening dedicated to the next generation of classical performers.

A documentary theatre piece by Tuğsal Moğul examining the 2020 Hanau terrorist attack - asking hard questions about racism, state failure, and the absence of accountability.

The KHG Orchestra Freiburg under Leonhard Kreutzmann performs works by Liszt, Franck and Saint-Saëns, including the celebrated Organ Symphony. A concert marking the end of semester with organist David Kiefer.

An interactive dinner-crime mystery at a singles party with a four-course menu. Solve the murder while participating in games and discussions with fellow guests.

Twelve young writers aged 13 to 19 perform their own texts created during the Schreibcouch youth workshop at Literaturhaus Freiburg. Entry is free.

Samuel Gapp and Rodrigo Brandão present an experimental improvisation concert that merges ritual and contemporary musical creation.

A memorial concert honouring Prof. Dr. Tibor Szász, featuring his former colleagues performing piano and chamber music works.

Concert exam of pianist Hyo Eun Park from the class of Prof. Eric Le Sage. Admission 8.50 €.

Ensemble Recherche and the Freiburg Philharmonic Orchestra unite in a concert blending chamber and symphonic sonorities. The programme features works by Bartók, Saunders, and a premiere by Ivičević.

A symphony concert from Theater Freiburg's 2025/26 season. Classical music at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

A micro-festival of Freiburg's classroom theatre genre - three short, stripped-back performances with no set or lighting, each followed by an hour-long discussion.

A theatrical adaptation of Loriot's classic comedy texts, directed by Hans Poeschl and performed by four actors who bring his 1980s sketches into a fresh, contemporary setting.

An evening of poetry and song at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg in Freiburg im Breisgau, presenting one poem in a variety of musical settings.

Illustrator Nele Palmtag presents the picture book "Hört mal!" for children aged 5 and up, using the world's largest Kamishibai storytelling theatre for a fun, rhyme-filled afternoon.

Concert at Kulturraum Freiburg.

Concert on 1 July 2026 at 20:00 at the Crash Freiburg venue.

Violinist Shu Ran Li performs her concert examination under Prof. Sebastian Hamann at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg.

Concert exam of clarinet student Alessandro Beverari from the class of Prof. Kilian Herold.

Lea Hänsel performs her graduation recital in Prof. Kilian Herold's clarinet class at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg.

A guided walking tour through Freiburg's historic old town, covering local legends, the famous Münster cathedral, and the city's journey from medieval roots to eco-capital.

American soul and R&B singer Joss Stone performs in Freiburg as part of her 2026 European summer tour.

Legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny performs his Side-Eye III+ project at Konzerthaus Freiburg.

Violist Tabea Zimmermann and pianist Thomas Hoppe perform sonatas by Hummel, Brahms, and Reger at the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg.

Three authors read and discuss social changes in eastern Germany. Leistner, Präkels, and Thériault share observations from their 2024 travels through Brandenburg, Saxony, and Thuringia during the election year.