Culture shock in Thuringia: Experience exciting events on the weekend!
Discover Thuringia's exciting events from August 11th to 17th, 2025: master concerts, puppet theater and festivals!

Culture shock in Thuringia: Experience exciting events on the weekend!
A lot is happening in Germany's cultural landscape, and anyone looking for special experiences can look forward to an exciting weekend. The Thuringian State Music Academy in Sondershausen will take place from August 11th to 15thStrad International Horn Masterclassacross the stage. Young musicians from China can exchange ideas with renowned professors and artists from Germany and hone their skills. On August 14th at 8 p.m. and on August 15th at 2 p.m., the participants will present their newly created pieces - and all without entry costs. This means that the enjoyment of classical music remains accessible to everyone. Loud MDR The focus is on high artistic quality and lively exchange between cultures.
What can the audience expect at the final concert? The students have developed an impressive program. Here you will hear works by Beethoven, Glière and Dukas, among others, performed by emerging talents and experienced professors such as Christoph Eß and Marc Gruber. This festival concert on the second day of the master class promises exciting musical highlights and gives talented horns a platform.
Culture in the theater and on the festival grounds
But there is not only a lot to experience in the musical area. On August 13th, around the same time as the master class, the new production of Shakespeare's “A Midsummer Night's Dream” will be performed in the festival barn in Tiefurt. Director Harald Richter will enchant the audience with a creative stage design that features clothes racks full of nightwear. Tickets are available for 27.50 euros and promise an entertaining evening. The performance starts at 7:30 p.m.
At the same time it starts in WaffenrodWoodstock Forever Festival, which is celebrated from August 13th to 17th. Under the motto “Peace, Love and Rock’n’Roll”, the festival will be opened by the band Double Vision at 7 p.m. For 20 euros at the box office, music lovers can not only experience numerous bands, but also have fun in a family zone with games and children's programs. Camping options on the festival grounds round off the offering and make it an unforgettable experience.
Tradition meets adventure
For those who have a penchant for speed, this is itZiegenrücker mountain racea must on August 16th and 17th. 214 vehicles are expected here, including historic racing motorcycles and cars from the 1930s. The 3.8 kilometer route from Ziegenrück to Liebschütz promises adrenaline-pumping moments, while spectators can easily get to the event with a shuttle bus. Entry is free for children up to 14 years of age, while the day ticket for adults is just 6 euros.
Overall, this weekend in Germany offers a diverse range of events that are both cultural and entertaining. Whether classic, modern or traditional – there is something for every taste. Anyone who would like to immerse themselves in the world of music and art will find a variety of opportunities to experience unforgettable hours in Sondershausen as well as in Tiefurt and Waffenrod. And all in the spirit of community and creativity.