Wolfenbüttel is transformed: old town festival with music and fun for everyone!

Wolfenbüttel is transformed: old town festival with music and fun for everyone!

The old town festival in Wolfenbüttel is just around the corner again and promises a very special experience for all visitors! From August 15th to 17th, 2025, the city center will be transformed into a colorful festival mile with a varied program that will leave no one indifferent. The organizers have worked hard to make the festival an unforgettable event that appeals to all age groups.

A total of five stages ensure a musical highlight. These are located in central locations such as the Schlossplatz, the Seeliger Park, the Seeliger Bank and at the main and Trinity Church. The stages will feature local talent as well as internationally known artists, presenting a variety of musical styles - from pop and ska to jazz and electronic music. There is something for every taste!

A celebration for the whole family

But the Old Town Festival offers more than just live music. On Friday “free dancing” will be launched again at the Kornmarkt, which is a great opportunity to shake your dance legs. At the city market, craft businesses can present themselves on a craft mile, which allows the craftsmanship to be experienced up close.A real highlight for families are the children's activities in Seeliger Park, where bouncy castles and climbing walls await the little festival visitors.

On Saturday and Sunday, the Wolfenbüttel clubs will show what they can do and present themselves at the Kornmarkt and in the city center. There will also be cabaret in the pedestrian zone, which will provide additional entertainment. There is even a yoga offer in Seeliger Park - also for those who focus on health and relaxation.

Treats and market spots

Of course, gourmets will also get their money's worth: numerous drinks and snack stands stretch across the entire festival area. The local gastronomy caters to guests with special offers and ensures that no one goes hungry. Sunday shopping in retail rounds off the offering, so intensive shopping is also on the agenda.

Around 100,000 visitors were counted at the Old Town Festival in 2018, and expectations for the upcoming event are high. Back then the band was MIA. with hits like “Hungry Heart” and “Dance of the Molecules” caused a sensation. Who knows what musical surprises visitors can expect in 2025!A full program will be published online in the coming weeks so that anyone curious can tune in to the upcoming highlights.

Wolfenbüttel is ready for the Old Town Festival – you can’t miss it! So if you're planning a nice trip to the heart of the city, mark August on your calendar!

For further information and the latest updates, those interested can visit Lessingstadt Wolfenbüttel or browse the overview of events on Quermania.