Kronach
Events
Start: 18:30 Uhr
Viertelmeistertag (c) Josef Barnickel.
Viertelmeister Day Kronach
Historic "spectacle" that no other Franconian city has!
Each year, the quartermasters invite the historical scene of Kronach to celebrate Quartermaster's Day with them. On this day, a "spectacle" takes place in the Old Market Hall of the Historical Town Hall, which is unique to this Franconian city.
So the (mayor) reports to the city's quartermasters on what happened in the quarters of the Upper City in the past year. Citizens are following this debate closely and are making sure that the quartermasters at least stay close to the truth, because their reports determine whether they will be given the responsibility of their respective quarters for another year.
The quartermaster's oath and the presentation of the quartermaster's chain finally seal the "service relationship." Now, music, dance, and pranks can be celebrated.
Kronacher Parkleuchten (c) Falk Bätz.
KRONACH leuchtet
Light fascinates! KRONACH leuchtet® reinvents itself in 2026 with a 4-Area concept.
Architecture and event lighting have been the magical backdrop for effectively placed world-class light art for years. A 2 km long light promenade, live music, and culinary tasting put Kronach in a joyful state of exception. KRONACH leuchtet® presents a wide variety of light art: international, regional, interactive, colorful, moving, quiet, innovative, classic, always fascinating. Installations by world-renowned artists blend with those by students and regional art enthusiasts in a harmonious light walk.
Lake stage Kronach (c) Stadt Kronach, Stefan Wicklein.
Music days Kronach
Discover a diverse event program in the Landesgartenschau Park. Enjoy wonderful Sunday concerts with the music clubs from the city and county with your whole family, participate in extraordinary events, and feel the summer in Kronach's green oasis.
Kronach - Rosenberg festival "Funny Money" © Frank Wunderatsch.
Rosenberg Festival
Between May and August, the Rosenberg Festival offers top-class open-air theatre high above the roofs of the half-timbered town of Kronach on the mighty Rosenberg Fortress, one of the most important fortifications in Germany.
Further information and tickets (only in German)
Start: 12:15 Uhr
The fortress rocks - Kronach
Always organized by the Youth and Culture Center Struwwelpeter and with the help of up to 100 volunteer youths from the Kronach region, Die Festung Rockt has become a staple in the festival calendar of many punk, ska, and rock fans.
The largest preserved fortress in Europe is transformed into a festival site year after year, and national and international music stars rub shoulders.
Start: 08:00 Uhr
©Heinz Hofmann-Strockheim.
Sweden procession
Processions are not uncommon around Corpus Christi in Catholic Bavaria. But a procession where the women lead the way? In Kronach can visitors experience this sight every year on the Sunday after Corpus Christi. On the so-called Swedish Sunday, the faithful gather on Melchior-Otto Square in the middle of the historic Upper Town and, accompanied by the firing of cannons, proceed to the mighty Rosenberg Fortress via several stations.
The Swedish procession dates back to the Thirty Years' War, during which the city was besieged several times. The attackers were repelled many times, but in March 1634, the odds were against them. The Swedes had already breached the city wall, the defenders were tired and exhausted, and defeat was looming. And here begins the story of the resolute women who balanced the dwindling strength of their men with emancipated strength. Hot water from the breweries and street paving stones suddenly became weapons. On her own, the woman - following this motto, the attackers could actually be driven off.
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Winefestival Kronach
The Patenweinfest in Kronach is a cozy wine festival in the city moat, organized by the Kronach Youth Orchestra and the Kronach Musicians. At live music – from oldies to pop to German rock – visitors enjoy wines from the Palatinate partner community of Rhodt unter Rietburg for three days. Culinary specialties like Flammkuchen or Saumagen also ensure the well-being of the palate. The highlight is the election of the new Wine Queen, which traditionally takes place on Saturday.
Kronach - Kronacher Freischießen (c) Stadt Kronach, Thea Xynos.
Free Shooting Festival Kronach
The Kronach Freischießen is a traditional shooting and folk festival in Kronach, which is celebrated every year in August over eleven days. Highlights include the large Schützenauszug, a children's parade, the proclamation of the Schützenkönig, -königin, and Jungschützenkönig, as well as a spectacular fireworks display.
The free shooting competition dates back to 1588, underscoring its historical significance as a centuries-old tradition in the region.
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Roses & Garden Fair
At the beginning of autumn, Fortress Rosenberg once again invites you to Upper Franconia's largest and most atmospheric garden and rose event – the Rose Fair! More than 100 carefully selected exhibitors will present roses, plants, floristic treasures, handicrafts, and special items for home and garden. Dive into a sea of flowers, scents, and colors – discover the beautiful indoors and outdoors, the fine and delicious, surrounded by the historic charm of the fortress. The Rosenmesse Kronach has been a meeting point for garden enthusiasts, rose lovers, and connoisseurs from all over Franconia and Thuringia since 2007.