Main Events and Festivals in Rothenburg ob der Tauber
From traditional festivals and cultural highlights to seasonal events – there’s always something happening in Rothenburg ob der Tauber throughout the year. Here you’ll find all the latest events, dates, and special experiences taking place in the historic Old Town.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber offers a diverse calendar of events throughout the year, bringing together tradition, culture, and unique experiences in an unforgettable historic setting. From colorful historical festivals and summer theater to music, culinary events, and the magical Christmas season, the town’s events offer a wonderful opportunity to experience Rothenburg from a different perspective.
Event Highlights in Rothenburg ob der Tauber
- Master Draught – This historic festival and open-air theater performance brings Rothenburg’s fascinating history to life with parades, historical encampments, and theatrical performances.
- Imperial City Festival – For three days, medieval Rothenburg comes alive with traditional crafts, music, historical groups, and lively market activity.
- Taubertal Festival – One of Germany’s best-known open-air music festivals, featuring international artists and a unique atmosphere in the Tauber Valley.
- Rothenburg Wine Festival – Enjoy Franconian wines, regional specialties, and relaxed summer evenings at the Green Market and Church Square.
- Reiterlesmarkt Christmas Market – This traditional Christmas market is considered one of Germany’s most beautiful, delighting visitors with a festive atmosphere, traditional crafts, and culinary specialties.
- Concerts & Theater – High-caliber cultural events, open-air concerts, and theater performances add to Rothenburg’s diverse annual events calendar.
In addition, numerous cultural highlights, smaller festivals, and seasonal events shape life in Rothenburg ob der Tauber throughout the year. Whether you visit in spring, summer, fall, or winter, every season offers special experiences in the historic Old Town.
Explore the Rothenburg event calendar and plan your visit around concerts, historic festivals, markets, music festivals, and cultural highlights. Experience the medieval town at its most vibrant — filled with history, culture, and Franconian hospitality.
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Marktplatz, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Le‘Chajim, auf das Leben! Unter diesem Motto steht die Rothenburger Woche jüdischer Kultur.
Mi., 14.10.2026 and more
Schrannenplatz, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Volksfest mit Gewerbeschau täglich auf dem Schrannenplatz
Sa., 31.10.2026 and more
Marktplatz, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
The Christmas market in the romantic old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Fr., 20.11.2026 and more
Unter den Linden, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Taubertal Festival auf der Eiswiese.
Do., 05.08.2027 and more
Grüner Markt, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
The Rothenburg Wine Village invites you on a culinary journey of discovery.
Mi., 11.08.2027 and more
Marktplatz, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Die gute alte Zeit... Ob sie wirklich so gut war, sei dahingestellt, auf alle Fälle sind die vergangenen Jahrhunderte es wert, sie nicht ganz untergehen zu lassen.
Fr., 03.09.2027 and more
Klosterhof 6, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
The professional theater in the north courtyard of the former Dominican convent boasts a unique atmosphere.