Schmiere New Year’s Show 2026/27 in Frankfurt – Cabaret & Satire

Welcome to the Schmiere New Year’s Show 2026/27 in Frankfurt

On 31 December 2026, Die Schmiere in Frankfurt stages its traditional New Year’s Eve cabaret: the Schmiere-Silvester-Show “Wennnichtjetztwanndann” with special guest Horst Blue. In the vaulted cellar of the Carmelite monastery at Seckbächer Gasse 4, two performances – 18:00 and 21:00 – deliver satire, favourite sketches and musical moments. Founded in 1950, Die Schmiere remains a classic repertoire cabaret in the heart of Frankfurt’s old town, between Römerberg and Willy-Brandt-Platz.

Highlights & Attractions at the Schmiere New Year’s Show in Frankfurt

• Two New Year’s Eve shows on 31 December 2026: 18:00–20:00 (doors about 17:30) and 21:00–23:00 (doors about 20:45).
• Best-of programme “Wennnichtjetztwanndann” with Gabriele Meyer, Effi B. Rolfs and Matthias Stich – favourite scenes from decades of Schmiere cabaret.
• Special guest from Berlin: Horst Blue adds music and extra punchlines.
• Intimate venue: historic cellar of the Carmelite monastery with roughly 90–100 seats and close contact with the audience.
• Classic Frankfurt New Year’s cabaret instead of a mass party – sharp satire and year-end reflection in a small room.
• Long-running institution: Die Schmiere is one of Germany’s few repertoire cabarets, run in the second generation by Effi B. Rolfs and Matthias Stich.
• Central old-town location: a short walk to Römerberg, the cathedral and U-Bahn Willy-Brandt-Platz.

Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026/27

The Schmiere New Year’s Show 2026 is a cabaret best-of: Gabriele Meyer, Effi B. Rolfs and Matthias Stich draw on favourite scenes from across the decades. Direction is typically by Marc Ermisch. Guest artist Horst Blue from Berlin joins for musical numbers alongside the satire. The official site initially listed 31 December as “in planning”; ticket platforms already show both shows with fixed times and prices.

The early show runs roughly 18:00–20:00, the late show 21:00–23:00. After the early performance you still have time for the rest of New Year’s Eve in the city; the late show carries the evening toward midnight with cabaret. Box office for cash payment usually opens one hour before curtain; on New Year’s Eve no discounts apply according to ticket information.

Tickets & Admission for the Schmiere New Year’s Show Frankfurt

Tickets for the Schmiere-Silvester-Show on 31 December 2026 start from about €28.50 and go up to around €39.50 depending on seat and sales channel (Reservix/ADticket and event listings). No reductions on New Year’s Eve. Advance sales run through the usual Schmiere partners such as Reservix; the box office generally accepts cash only and opens about an hour before the show. Official information and the current programme are on die-schmiere.de. Capacity is limited, so early booking is strongly advised.

Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Frankfurt

• Getting there: Die Schmiere is at Seckbächer Gasse 4 in the Carmelite monastery, between Römerberg and Willy-Brandt-Platz. U-Bahn Willy-Brandt-Platz is within walking distance; S-Bahn Hauptwache and Konstablerwache and nearby trams also work well. By car, use central car parks (e.g. Parkhaus Am Theater at Willy-Brandt-Platz, Dom/Römer or Hauptwache) – street parking in the centre is limited and paid.
• Atmosphere and dress: The vaulted cellar is intimate and historic; smart-casual evening wear is fine. New Year’s Eve in the centre can be crowded and cold – bring a coat and allow extra time for crowds and security.
• Where to stay: Frankfurt books up for New Year’s Eve. Reserve hotels or apartments in the old town, near the Römer or along the Main early. After the early show (ends about 20:00) you still have room for dinner or fireworks; after the late show (ends about 23:00) plan your journey home in advance.
• On site: Seating is limited; arriving near door time helps with seat choice (sofas at the front, chairs behind, depending on layout). Have cash ready for the box office and keep online tickets from Reservix/ADticket handy.
• Accessibility: Access is via stairs into the cellar; wheelchair access is limited. Contact the theatre in advance on +49 69 281066 or via the website if you need assistance. Always check die-schmiere.de for the latest details.