Arnstadt plans application for Thuringia 2029 - a festival with a future!

Arnstadt plans application for Thuringia 2029 - a festival with a future!

Gotha, Deutschland - Arnstadt thinks great! The city is considering an application for Thuringia 2029. Mayor Frank Spilling brought up the topic in the city council and made it clear that it is ready to get involved in this important event. An administrative examination for this project is currently taking place, because the country's tender for the Thuringia Day is still pending. But one thing is certain: the anticipation is noticeable!

A look back at Thuringia 2025, which took place in Gotha from May 2 to May 4, shows the potential of this festival. With impressive 250,000 visitors, it was a complete success. The parade alone attracted around 55,000 people and offered a limitless pleasure. The program was peppered with culture, music and traditions and greeted the guests with more than ten themed miles that ranged from traditional craft to innovations in energy and agriculture. For the whole family there were interactive experiences and a children's program with Volker Rosin and the campaign "Kika comes to you!"

celebrate with diversity

But that was far from everything. Visitors were able to discover career opportunities on the job mile, while the financial mile of the Kreissparkasse Gotha came up with hands-on offers, such as an exciting basketball tournament with Olympic champions. Thuringian specialties and international delicacies also attracted gourmet friends. The opening was on May 1, 2025 at 5 p.m. with water art, followed by a large warm-up party with Dirk Sipp, who heralded the evening.

The city center also turned into a stage for national and international artists. Bands like Voxxclub, Caught in the Act and Eko Fresh contributed to the festive atmosphere. The crowning glory was a musical fireworks on the water art and a fireworks out of the Palace Friedrichsthal, which illuminated the night.

an overview of the Thuringia Day

The Thuringia Day itself is more than just a folk festival; It is an important event that promotes the feeling of togetherness and the identification of the Thuringian with their country. It first took place in 1996 and has developed into a festival that took place every two years since 2007. The goal always remains to maintain home idea and customs, which is particularly visible during the big parade on Sunday. Here thousands of guests and participants gather to celebrate together.

Arnstadt still has a while to further concretize the application for the Thuringia 2029. But in view of the success and the diversity that Thuringian day brings with it, it is clear: preparations are tackled with a lot of enthusiasm and a good hand. The citizens and the city administration are optimistic about the future. Further information and impressions for the previous Thuringia days can be found on the websites of Gotha.de and thueringingen.de.