Outlook 2026 and Beyond: What to Expect

• Jewish Culture Days in the City and District of Bad Kissingen: regularly every three to four years; the next edition will likely be announced towards the end of the decade. Thematic individual events are possible between festival years.
• Permanent Exhibition "Jewish Life in Bad Kissingen": ongoing offer also in 2026; updates on opening hours and guided tours will be published in the city calendar.
• Intercultural Week: as a nationwide action week, again in 2026 with a local program in Bad Kissingen, typically with participation formats and an interreligious closing impulse in the Pavilion of Religions.
• Spiritual Concerts and Cultural Festivals: regularly recurring music series, vocal concerts in special venues (e.g. Wandelhalle), and city history-themed festivals – specific dates are continuously published in the official calendars.

All dates, venues, and short-term changes are centrally communicated via the official online calendars of the city and district.

Jewish Culture Days: Perspective on the Next Cycle

The Jewish Culture Days in Bad Kissingen combine historical depth with contemporary relevance. The next festival cycle will be announced in due time on the region's cultural portals. Once again, concerts, readings, lectures, exhibitions, and guided tours at several locations in the city and district can be expected.

What Interested Parties Can Do Now

• Activate notifications: subscribe to the city event calendar and follow the social media channels of the city/cultural partners.
• Plan early: For formats with limited seats (guided tours, readings), it is worthwhile to register promptly after the program is published.
• Keep an eye on accompanying offers: School and group formats are usually announced separately.

Permanent Exhibition "Jewish Life in Bad Kissingen": Continuously Accessible

In 2026, the permanent exhibition in the Jewish community center will remain a central place for learning and encounters. It shows traces of Jewish life from the Middle Ages to the present and provides an illustrative access to religious everyday culture (including a mikveh and a reconstructed sukkah).

Current opening hours, possibly extended visiting times on holidays, as well as information on group tours are continuously published in the city event calendar. For groups, it is recommended to arrange an appointment in advance.

Intercultural Week 2026: Dialogue, Participation, Joint Conclusion

The Intercultural Week takes place nationwide every year and will also be implemented in Bad Kissingen in 2026 with its own program. Low-threshold offers can be expected, from the town hall to public spaces – such as expert impulses, family offers, culinary encounters, and artistic contributions.

An interreligious closing impulse in the Pavilion of Religions has become a strong local symbol. The city will publish the date, schedule, and participants in the official calendar in good time before the week begins.

Spiritual Concerts, Festivals, and Seasonal Highlights

Bad Kissingen will continue to focus on concert and festival series that make historical venues and special acoustics tangible. These include vocal evenings with Gregorian and Orthodox chants in the Wandelhalle as well as formats that combine classical and contemporary music with spiritual themes.

Additionally, city history-oriented festivals and ball events shape the annual cycle. They are announced individually; early ticket reservation is advisable for highly demanded dates.

Practical Planning Tips for 2026

• Check availability: Official calendars of the city and district list dates, seating plans, and short-term changes.
• Accessibility: Information on accessibility, companion regulations, and seating options are specified per event; contact in advance if needed.
• Arrival and times: For events in spa and park areas, allow extra travel time; for open-air formats, pay attention to weather options.
• Respectful interaction: For interreligious offers, pay attention to notes on rituals, food, and photo permissions.
• Groups and school classes: Many offers are suitable for educational visits; registration modalities are provided with the program publications.

Why These Formats Remain Important for the City

Interreligious events and cultural festivals will continue to strengthen social cohesion, provide opportunities for dialogue, and support a vibrant culture of remembrance. For guests, they open an additional window to the city – alongside spa tradition, architecture, and nature.

Sources and Further Information

1. City of Bad Kissingen – Event Calendar — official dates, venues, information (accessed 2026-01-14)
2. District of Bad Kissingen – Official Website — regional culture and event information (accessed 2026-01-14)
3. Intercultural Week – Nationwide Platform — theme year, action period, local entries (accessed 2026-01-14)