Yiddish Summer Festival in Weimar: Celebrate 25 years of culture!

Yiddish Summer Festival in Weimar: Celebrate 25 years of culture!

Greiz, Deutschland - in summer there is really something going on in Thuringia! From July 12 to August 17, 2025, the yiddish Summer Festival takes place in Weimar, and there is a lot to discover. The festival celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and attracts with an impressive program, which consists of 28 workshops, concerts, a film series and a late night cabaret. At the opening on July 12th you could enjoy the sounds of the Yam ensemble, which consists not only of German, but also of Turkish and Greek musicians.

The mdr reports that more than 50 events take place during the festival weeks, including concerts, lectures and guided tours. A special highlight will be the dance ball on August 9th. There are numerous workshops for music enthusiasts in which topics such as Ashkenaz, the Yiddish language or the connections between Jewish and Ottoman music are treated. These workshops offer both entry-level and advanced courses and are a great opportunity for everyone who is interested in Yiddish culture.

variety in Arnstadt and Bad Langensalza

The bear is not only in Weimar. In Arnstadt, an interesting special exhibition on the successful writer Eugenie John, who is known as E. Marlitt, runs in Arnstadt. A wonderful way to be carried away into the literature of the 19th century.

For nature lovers, on August 16 and 17 in Bad Langensalza there will be a chance to travel with a ranger during a wilderness hike in the Hainich National Park. Here it goes over about 10 kilometers a day through the beautiful nature, and you can even spend the night in the open air!

cultural highlights in Erfurt and Eisenach

In Erfurt there is the figure theater "A Midsummer Night's Dream", which is performed in the courtyard of the Natural History Museum until August 30 - ideal for the whole family. In the evening at 8:30 p.m., the demonstrations are on the program, in August at 8 p.m.

For art lovers, the exhibition "Ghost Worlds" in the K12 gallery in Eisenach is a must. The artist Denise Reichenbach shows her abstract works there and even organized a live performance for the vernissage that makes the event a special experience.

folk festivals and musical events

The traditional folk festival in Saalfeld from July 12th to 20th promises rides and culinary delights - perfect for a family outing. The chamber concert of the South Thuringian Chamber Orchestra on July 19 in Bad Liebenstein will also attract many music lovers. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and takes place in the convertible hall when it rains, tickets are available from 21.60 euros.

So there is no reason to stay at home! Whether culture, nature experiences or folk festivals - there is something for everyone in Thuringia. It is worth exploring the numerous events and enjoying the variety of summer!

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