Kassel celebrates diversity: Old Town Festival brings back music and enjoyment!
Experience the 4th Kassel Old Town Festival from June 27th to 29th, 2025 at Königsplatz with music, cuisine and diversity.

Kassel celebrates diversity: Old Town Festival brings back music and enjoyment!
The countdown is running! From June 27th to 29th, 2025, the people of Kassel will celebrate an unforgettable time at the 4th Old Town Festival, which will take place this year on the popular Königsplatz. The festival has already proven its potential to be a real highlight in the city's event calendar in the past. HNA reports that the festival of diversity, music and encounters is not only returning, but is also continuing to develop. The return of the main stage to Königsplatz promises special musical highlights with performances by well-known artists such as Olaf the Pinball as well as the Spanish-language band Marquess and the Linkin Park tribute band From Zero.
The program offers a colorful mix that has something for young and old. The opening will take place on Friday, June 27th at 4 p.m. with the Uni Big Band, followed by other acts such as Brassvegas and the Ghetto Dance Band. The creative stages are particularly noteworthy: In addition to the main stage, there is a regional stage at the market hall and a young art stage at Dock 4, which will offer young talent a platform. What would a celebration be without good food? A new street food alley and an expanded club alley invite you to enjoy culinary specialties from Kassel and the region.
A celebration for all generations
On Saturday it continues from 1 p.m. with the Lohfelden Orchestra and other acts that ensure a good atmosphere until late in the evening. Sunday also has a lot to offer! An ecumenical family service and musical presentations from Kassel elementary schools are on the program before Marquess heralds the end of the festival at 8:30 p.m. The diverse musical offering is complemented by the unique fairground activity and typical presentations of the partner cities. City festivals in Germany emphasizes that the old town festival offers a journey through time to the medieval “Chassalla”, which underlines the historical flair of the event.
With opening hours from Friday to Sunday that extend late into the night and events that appeal to both a young audience and families, the Old Town Festival is a real hit. The event takes place under the motto “We celebrate diversity” and shows how culture and community can come together. Here in Kassel it is once again clear that the city has a good nose for great events.
For anyone who would like more information, it is worth taking a look at the Old Town Festival's official website, where further details about the event can be found. Get ready for a weekend full of music, food and community! Visit Kassel offers all the details about the program content and the various offers during the festival.