When does the festival take place

The Umsonst & Draussen 2026 takes place from Thursday, June 18 to Sunday, June 21 at the Talavera Main meadows in Würzburg.

Does admission cost anything

No, admission is free. Funding comes mainly from food and stands as well as funding programs and sponsors.

What is the best way to arrive

Public transport and bicycles are recommended. Tram lines stop at the Talavera stop. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes on foot from the main train station.

Are there parking facilities

Yes, event parking spaces are available at Talavera and Main meadows. Access is via Mainaustraße at house number 7.

How big is the festival and how many stages are there

The grounds extend about one kilometer along the Main. Five stages and about 80 concerts are planned over four days.

Is there camping at the festival site

No, there is no official campsite at the site. Nearby campsites in the region are recommended.

Four days of freedom at the Main: Experience Umsonst & Draussen Würzburg 2026

Name: Umsonst & Draussen Festival Würzburg 2026
Start: 2026-06-18T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-22T01:59:59+02:00
Location: Talavera Mainwiesen (Festplatz Talavera)

Four days to be free: The Umsonst & Draussen 2026 conquers the Talavera

When the sun glitters over the Main and the first chords waft in from the shore, the multi-day experience begins in Würzburg that the festival community waits for all year: The Umsonst & Draussen 2026. Four days, five stages, about 80 concerts – with free admission. The festival atmosphere unfolds on the Talavera Main meadows, characterized by community feeling, lived diversity, and openness.

Sound carpet by the river: five stages, many colors

From the main stage to the side stage: The line-up mixes pop, rock, hip-hop, folk, and jazz. The festival grounds stretch like a one-kilometer-long cultural boulevard along the Main. A vibrant community emerges between the bazaar, initiatives, children's circus tent, and indoor stage – an open, curated urban space festival without consumer pressure.

Organization with attitude: volunteer-based, accessible, free

Since 1987, an organizing association with hundreds of volunteers has been managing the festival organization. Revenue primarily comes from food and stands; strong regional partners ensure planning and infrastructure. The result: a large, free festival that brings together tens of thousands of people annually.

Arrival, grounds, accessibility

The Talavera is located close to the main train station. Those arriving sustainably can use the tram and bus to the Talavera stop, bicycle parking at the Friedensbrücke entrance, or walk through the Ringpark. Car parking spaces are available on Talavera/Main meadows; during major events, the frequency of public transport is increased.

Multi-day experience instead of one-day wonder

Four days of festival culture mean: arrive early, find favorite spots on the grass, discover newcomers on the side stages, browse the bazaar, play in the children's area, and enjoy the open-air acoustics in the main area in the evening. Those with festival know-how will pack a picnic blanket, sun, and rain protection – making the U&D a complete multi-day experience.

Safety and respect

Looking out for each other is part of the U&D's DNA: celebrating without discrimination, respecting boundaries, seeking help when something happens. Quiet and family areas as well as first aid and information points are clearly marked.

Conclusion

Würzburg's biggest free open-air promises festival magic at the Main again in 2026: broad line-up, strong community feeling, family-friendly offerings – and all for free & outdoors. Block the date now, invite the crew and make the Talavera your own festival home base.