Event

Eduard 3.0 kick off on the third Thursday with honest, handmade music, grown from genuine friendship and many years together between Ulm and Esslingen. The band combines quiet singer-songwriter moments with energetic acoustic pop - sometimes thoughtful, sometimes ironic, always with heart. Their original German-language compositions tell everyday stories that are touching and fun. Instead of a digital show, what counts is the real live experience: music that is not only played, but also lived.
Thu, 06.08.2026 | 19:00-20:00, acoustic pop

Then Rainer von Vielen effortlessly breaks down genre boundaries: Their unique sound combines zen metal with devilish pop, driving beats with organic acoustics and anthemic vocals with rhythmic chanting. Accordion, guitar, tuba and electronics merge into an energetic sound cosmos between ecstasy and intimacy. Poetic, powerful and full of attitude - their music is sometimes brute, sometimes tender, but always rousing and deeply honest.
Thu, 06.08.2026 | 20:30-22:00, Bastard Pop


Art in the west wing:

Experience the T-Shirt Lab by international fashion designer Silke Debler: a space for fashion, sustainability and creativity. An expansive, interactive installation consisting of countless T-shirts invites you to rediscover the everyday garment. Learn more about the background and effects and get creative: under the designer's guidance, you can create your own unique pieces from used T-shirts.
Material fee from €10 per person. No registration necessary.
Part of the proceeds will go to an environmental organization. Sponsored by the cultural department of the city of Ulm, with the kind support of Corporate Fashion GmbH, Aktion Hoffnung Laupheim collection center and donations of fabric and materials from the public.
More at silkedebler.com @silkedebler

Opening hours:
Thursday to Saturday | 17:00-22:00
Sunday | 14:00-21:00
West wing, NW corner entrance

Open Tower 2.0 - art, creativity and exchange
This year, the Kehlturm is once again part of the festival: the open cultural space for creative projects is entering its second round in the Open Tower format. Following the successful first test phase, the concept will be developed further this year and this time will even be brought to life over a longer period of time.
Visitors can expect a diverse mix of interactive installations, exhibitions, open studios, Ulm craftsmanship and scientific formats. Some projects specifically invite active participation - from collaborative design to experimental formats at the interface of art, culture, technology, science and society.
The tower thus becomes a lively place for exchange and encounters that constantly opens up new perspectives. Those who make it to the top are rewarded with a roof terrace with a rooftop bar and a wonderful view over the whole of Ulm.

Opening hours:
Thursday: 17:00-23:00
Friday + Saturday: 17:00-24:00
Sunday: 14:00-21:00

We would like to thank our sponsors, the GOLD OCHSEN brewery, the Albgärtle organic food store, café and delivery service and our partner hotel, the MARITIM HOTEL ULM.