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Welcome to Open Beatz Festival 2027 in Herzogenaurach
From July 23 to 25, 2027, the Poppenhofer Weiher near Herzogenaurach, just a short distance from Nuremberg, once again turns into one of the largest electronic music festivals in southern Germany. Across roughly 50 hectares of grounds, visitors can expect several stages, a lakeside camping area and a packed program spanning every corner of EDM culture.
Highlights and Attractions at Open Beatz Festival in Herzogenaurach
- Eight stages with clearly separated sounds, from EDM and house to hardstyle, hardtechno and psytrance
- The Caldera main stage as the heart of the festival, hosting international headliners
- Stonelands and Zone 3 delivering heavy bass through hardstyle and hardtechno
- Magical Forest and Goa Garden for atmospheric sets of techno, goa and psytrance
- A dedicated camping area right at the Poppenhofer Weiher with swimming access
- More than 200 national and international artists across the grounds
- A friendly, family like atmosphere despite around 90,000 visitors over the weekend
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Herzogenaurach
The festival traditionally runs from Friday to Sunday, with the camping area opening as early as Thursday. Throughout the day and into the evening, the various stages alternate between international headliners and rising artists. The 2027 line up and timetable have not yet been confirmed and are usually revealed between autumn and spring ahead of the festival on the official website.
Tickets and Admission for Open Beatz Festival
Ticket sales for 2027 have already opened. Early pricing phases start at around 71 euros, while later sales phases and higher ticket tiers can cost up to around 199 euros. Separate camping options at the lake are available in addition to the festival ticket itself. Since prices tend to rise as each sales phase progresses, buying early through the official website is worthwhile.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation near Herzogenaurach
- Herzogenaurach sits just a short drive from Nuremberg, Fürth and Erlangen and is reachable by highway as well as shuttle services
- Since the festival grounds sit right on the Poppenhofer Weiher, bringing swimwear is a good idea for the hot late July days
- Anyone planning to camp should secure a camping ticket early alongside the festival ticket
- Hotels and holiday apartments in Nuremberg, Erlangen and Fürth fill up quickly given the roughly 90,000 expected visitors
- Entry to the festival grounds is restricted to guests aged 18 and over, so a valid ID should always be carried
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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