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Cannstatter Wasen 2024 Program Highlights

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Get ready for 17 days of pure joy and festivity at Stuttgart’s legendary Cannstatter Wasen. From September 27 to October 13, 2024, this vibrant Volksfest promises to be an unforgettable celebration. Mark your calendars and join the fun at one of the largest and funnest folk festivals in the world.

Opening Hours

The Cannstatter Wasen opens its doors to revelers every day, offering ample time to soak up the festivities. From Monday to Thursday, the festival grounds are accessible from noon until 11:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the attractions and indulge in delicious food and drinks. On Fridays and Saturdays, the celebration continues late into the night, with the festival running from noon until midnight.

Young adults smile and enjoy themselves at a brightly lit carnival at dusk, standing by a ride with colorful lights glowing in the background. One person holds a drink, and everyone looks excited and happy.

Program Highlights

Opening Ceremony with Keg Tapping
Friday, September 27, 2024, 4:00 PM
Kick off the festivities with a time-honored tradition. Stuttgart's Lord Mayor, Dr. Frank Nopper, will tap the first keg at the Grandls Hofbräu Zelt. The celebration begins with firecrackers and bells announcing the start of beer service across the festival.


Large Historical Folk Festival Parade
Sunday, September 29, 2024, 11:00 AM
Prepare to be dazzled by a vibrant parade featuring over 3,600 participants. Traditional costumes, historical groups, and bands will make their way from Cannstatter Kursaal to the Wasen, creating a spectacle of color and culture.


VVS-Wasenday
Monday, September 30, 2024, from 12:00 PM
Traveling to the festival? Show your VVS ticket and enjoy discounts from many showmen. It’s a fantastic way to save while enjoying the fest.

  • Two young people smile and laugh while riding in a bumper car at an amusement park. One has arms raised excitedly; the other is steering. Bright sunlight and a colorful canopy cover the ride in the background.
  • Colorful swing ride at an amusement park, viewed from below with empty chairs hanging, decorative floral patterns on the carousel, and a bright blue sky in the background. A Ferris wheel is visible in the distance.
  • A smiling young girl in an orange sweater and denim overalls rides a carousel horse, looking back over her shoulder. Bright lights and another child in a green shirt are visible in the background.
  • Four friends sit on the grass at a nighttime carnival, smiling and laughing together. Two are holding large lollipops. Bright carnival lights and rides glow in the background.
  • Aerial view of a small rural town surrounded by fields and patches of forest, with houses, roads, and a few larger buildings clustered in the center under a partly cloudy sky.
  • A mug of frothy beer surrounded by salted pretzels sits on a wooden table decorated with blue and white checkered Bavarian pennant flags, evoking an Oktoberfest celebration.
  • Four people sit at an outdoor table, smiling and holding beer mugs under colorful umbrellas. Large pretzels are on the table, and they are dressed warmly in coats, hats, and scarves, suggesting cool weather.

Family Day
Wednesday, October 2 and 9, 2024, from 12:00 PM
Family fun takes center stage with reduced prices on attractions and special surprises for kids. Enjoy stilt walkers, balloon artists, and fairytale carousels – it’s all about making family memories.


Musical Fireworks
Sunday, October 13, 2024, 9:30 PM
Wrap up the festival with a breathtaking fireworks display. Pyrotechnics world champion Joachim Berner will light up the sky in a spectacular show set to a medley of popular tunes. It’s the perfect grand finale to an amazing Volksfest.


Don’t want to miss out on all the fun? Grab your lederhosen and dirndl, round up your friends and family, and make your way to Cannstatter Wasen. We can’t wait to party with you.


Stay close to the action without sacrificing your relaxation

To make your experience even better, check out Ruby Hanna for your stay. It’s the perfect spot to unwind and be close to the action. As a special treat, we offer a FREE BREAKFAST with our Non-Refundable rate plan for stays between September 29th and October 8th, 2024. 


Book your stay at Ruby Hanna now and start your day with us. Get ready for an unforgettable festival – see you at the Wasen.

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