When does the Burschengaufest take place in 2026?

The festival week runs from Thursday, July 23, 2026, to Sunday, August 2, 2026. Individual program points start on different days between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM.

Where is the festival grounds?

In the festival tent Hörpolding, Oberdorf 4, 83301 Traunreut. The grounds are located near B304 and the location has a train connection, ideal for travel by train.

What does the line-up look like?

Among those planned are the band Josef Menzl, Nirwana, 2 Engel & Charlie, LUNAX, Da Huawa and I, GLUEBOYS, Los Brudalos, Lenze & de Buam, as well as the Bayern Rocker on festival Sunday.

Do I need tickets or is the entrance free?

Some parts of the program are free of charge, such as beer tapping, Gaupreisplattln, festival Sunday. Tickets are required for concert evenings, e.g., GLUEBOYS starting from around €37.40 according to Eventim.

Are there camping options?

Information to follow. The organizer will publish details about camping, parking, and possible shuttles on the official channels.

What time is admission and what can I bring?

Admission is according to the program point, often starting from 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM. Weatherproof clothing, cash or card, and hearing protection are recommended. Observe the house rules of the organizer.

Burschengaufest Hörpolding 2026 - Traunreut Line-up Tickets & Camping

Name: 59th Burschengaufest Hörpolding 2026
Start: 2026-07-23T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-03T01:59:00+02:00
Location: Festzelt Hörpolding

59th Burschengaufest Hörpolding 2026: Festival week with costume pride, brass music, and party nights

The 59th Burschengaufest in Hörpolding near Traunreut transforms the festival tent in Oberdorf into a multi-day festival experience from July 23 to August 2, 2026. Between beer tapping, Gaupreisplattln, and evening concert highlights, a true festival atmosphere pulsates: traditional attire meets dance, village culture meets modern stage – a community feeling that you can sense.

Tradition that captivates: From beer tapping to festival Sunday

The kick-off on Thursday, July 23, belongs to the beer tapping and the day of businesses and associations with the band Josef Menzl. Following this are the big moments of the festival: the Gaupreisplattln of Gauverband 1, the Kreisbauerntag, and the festive festival Sunday on August 2 with the Bayern Rocker. Morning beer, festival parade, honorary dances – here, festival culture lives in Bavarian attire.

Line-up with tent vibes: From Nirwana to GLUEBOYS

The main stage in the festival tent will rise in energy on the party nights: 35 years of Goaß'n & Laterndlfest with Nirwana, followed by 2 Engel & Charlie and LUNAX with laser show and LED wall, a comedy evening with Da Huawa and I, followed by GLUEBOYS, Los Brudalos, and Lenze & de Buam. In between: family afternoon and culinary stalls – a multi-day experience for all generations.

Festival details for planners: Admission, tickets, arrival

Admission times vary depending on the program point (e.g., 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM for beer tapping, 8:00 PM for concert nights). Some evenings are free of charge, some require tickets; tickets for GLUEBOYS x Los Brudalos x Lenze & de Buam are listed starting from around €37.40 via Eventim. The festival tent is located in Hörpolding, Oberdorf 4, 83301 Traunreut – easily accessible via B304; the location has a train connection, ideal for public transportation fans.

Festival atmosphere to immerse in

When brass music wakes you in the morning, in the afternoon the costume clubs fill the grounds, and in the evening the main stage lights up, this unique open-air acoustics of a Bavarian festival tent unfolds. The aroma of burgers, bratwurst, and freshly tapped beer fills the air, mugs clink at the edge, and DJs warm up the crowd on the side stage. Here, festival friendships grow between tent stories and dance floor moments.

Voices of the fans

The reactions in the festival community are clear: the Burschengaufest delights its fans. An attendee writes on Instagram: 'I can hardly wait to stand again with the festival family in the festival tent – Hörpolding has magical nights!'

Conclusion

The 59th Burschengaufest delivers eleven days of festival magic: tradition by day, energy-charged concerts by night. Those who want to experience Bavarian festival culture with a modern line-up should mark Hörpolding 2026 firmly in their calendars – and be there live.