24 Events in August in Bayreuth - Events & Activities in August 2026

Melissa Naschenweng fascinates with her mix of folk music, rock, pop and a lot of girl power.

Experience a musical journey with Siegfried Wagner, Hermann Levi, and others at the Friedrichsforum Bayreuth.

An exclusive concert featuring rare pieces by Siegfried Wagner and his contemporaries awaits you on August 9 at the Friedrichsforum Bayreuth.

Experience Franconian Switzerland up close: quiet valleys, rocks, and caves around Wüstenstein. Free on 09.08.2026. #FranconianSwitzerland

A morning full of Bayreuth Festival history: Stephan Müller tells at RW21 about myths, people, and anecdotes. Free of charge on 09.08.2026. #Bayreuth #Festspiele

A free festival conversation on the Green Hill: Rediscover Rienzi, Bayreuth, and the art of perspective. #Bayreuth #Wagner

Bayreuth experiences a special classical evening: rare Wagner works, great orchestral colors, and an emotional festival program at Friedrichsforum. #Bayreuth #Classical

An evening full of rare Wagner sounds in Bayreuth: Wagner's Son and Contemporaries brings great names and new discoveries to the stage. August 9, 2026, from 28 €. #Bayreuth #Wagner

An evening full of song art in the historic Haus Wahnfried: Kränzle and Dumno present Schubert, Mahler, and Frank Martin. 8/9/2026, from 15 Euro. #Bayreuth #Concert

Discover the life of Jean Paul in a new exhibition at the Historical Museum Bayreuth. A fascinating journey into the 18th century.

Sound experiments, reporter moments, and DJ vibes in Bayreuth: The free holiday offering at the House of Play captivates young people with creativity. #Bayreuth #FamilyTime

Little hands, big imagination: In the Comic-Theater in a Shoebox in Bayreuth, children build their own stage. Free, creative, and full of learning fun. #FamilyTime

Magic, movement, and children's laughter in Bayreuth: In the free vacation course, children aged 6 to 13 discover juggling and flow arts. Mark the date now! #FamilyExperience

Wood, ideas and real crafting for children in Bayreuth: The Great Booth Magic makes holidays a creative family experience. Free of charge, with pre-registration. #Bayreuth #FamilyTime

Free holiday workshop for small movement talents in Bayreuth: Acrobatics, stilt walking, and team spirit from August 10 to 14, 2026. #FamilyTime

Holiday time for little explorers: Forest Researchers in the Learning Workshop in Bayreuth brings together nature, hands-on fun, and learning joy. Free for families. #Bayreuth #FamilyExperience

Wood, tools, and big ideas: In Bayreuth, children build at the Little Construction with curiosity and team spirit. 10.–14.08.2026, free, with pre-registration. #FamilyExperience

Imagination to touch in Bayreuth: At the free paper mache workshop, giant masks and sculptures are created. August 10-14, 2026, perfect for creative children! #Bayreuth #FamilyTime

Be there as the best Wagner voices compete for the title. A must for opera fans!

Discover the exciting world of the Children's Play City Mini-Bayreuth with numerous activities and a final show.

Vacation time for little creatives in Bayreuth: Children make their own crayons and try them out. Free on 11.08.2026, with prior registration. #FamilyTime

Bayreuth becomes a Wagner stage: In the Friedrichsforum, it will be decided on 11.08.2026 which voice will shape the final. #Bayreuth #Wagner

Bayreuth laughs outdoors: Heißmann & Rassau serve Pleasures with pace, timing, and Franconian charm. 11.08.2026, from €39.90. #Comedy

Schubert's Swansong at Wahnfried House: Alexander Grassauer and Stephan Matthias Lademann bring Bayreuth to listen. 11.08.2026, 7:30 PM. #Bayreuth