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Duration: 1.5 hours Dare to climb up the castle tower and discover Marburg from a lofty height! Between ancient walls, mighty roof trusses, and hidden treasures, you will learn exciting stories about Landgrave Castle. Afterwards, the path leads you to the mysterious Witch Tower and finally deep down into the historic well cellar, far beneath the castle – accompanied by surprising insights and entertaining anecdotes. Please note that the castle well cannot currently be visited during the winter months. We offer a nice alternative during these dates: the archaeological excavation site. Price information: Discount for children (6-12 years) Children can only participate when accompanied by a supervising adult.
Duration: 1 hour He knows Marburg like no one else: The night watchman strolls through the streets when all the lights in the houses have already gone out. With memories of old traditions and always a few anecdotes on his lips, he leads you to secret spots in the lively old town, away from the well-trodden paths. A sensory experience awaits you: After historical impressions, you can look forward to a historical drink from Marburg. The herbal liqueur "Marburger Nachtwächter" is exciting history in a glass and the conclusion of your discovery journey. Price information: Discounts for young people under 18 years old
ROOTS – A multimedia theatre performance for a poetic exploration of intergenerational trauma, heritage, origins, homelessness, and war. An attempt to make new choices and find peace. “Sometimes I feel like a houseplant: alive in a pot that is too small, cut off from the earth, uprooted, made to fit, ungrounded, unstable, isolated, and movable at any time… But why? Could I reconnect with ‘my roots’? What would I find there, as a German-French mixed-race person with Nazi and colonial ancestors?” Can we make peace with the past that we can no longer change? What kind of support do we ourselves give to those who will come after us? We live in the link between what was and what will be. How do we shape the past of the future in the present? The piece is a mixture of performance, storytelling theatre, and dance theatre with layered visual impulses from the interplay of light, shadow, and film projections. Alongside the original theme of ancestors and roots, the research suddenly raised questions about how we treat our children, monoculture in humans and nature, and inherited memories in our cells… Karen Rémy moves through different layers, time, and space. Objects, video projections, shadows, and voices evoke ancestors and the living underground mycelium. *Over the course of just under 65 minutes, the stage design transforms and reveals ever deeper layers.* Credits Karen Rémy – performance, text, stage and costume design; Jacek Klinke – outside eye / dramaturgy; Imke Rust – “Branches & Roots” drawings; Tom Müller – stage design support; music: Ester Gonzales (www
We meditate together, independently and across traditions. Afterwards, there is also a short keynote talk and an exchange about it. On the first Thursday of every month, there is a general introduction to Vipassana meditation. As always, participation is free of charge. More information at www.metta.de.
Gin is not just gin: At “Gin & Gin Cocktails” in the 360° Bar & Lounge, everything revolves around different gin styles, their special features, and the question of how to perfectly integrate the spirit into cocktails. During the three-hour event, participants will taste various gin types and cocktails and gain in-depth knowledge about the spirits, their flavors, and the appropriate preparation. Snacks and water are also included in the price. The course is suitable for both beginners and advanced participants. Price: 119 € per person Minimum age: 18 years A delightful afternoon for anyone wanting to get to know gin better, discover new flavors, and learn more about the world of cocktails.
"BECAUSE WE ARE FRIENDS" For the 100th anniversary of FSV and FFW Cappel, the theatre group of the Choral Society 1863 Cappel is performing a cheerful, intergenerational play. It catapults the audience 50 years back to the village preparations for the celebrations at that time. The choir and musicians also transport everyone back to the 1970s.
Marburg and the wide world are sometimes closer than you think. In the art exhibition “Fernweh,” two worlds meet: photographs of journeys and distant places combine with motifs from Marburg. Landscapes, people, buildings, and moments that may be separated by thousands of kilometers come together in a single image
On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the death of Hermann Bauer (1897–1986), the exhibition “Between Printer’s Ink, Politics and Love of Home” is taking place in the *Exhibition Space Markt 23*. Bauer was known, among other things, as a newspaper publisher and politician from Marburg. The exhibition is open from Thursday, October 29, to Saturday, December 19, every Thursday to Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. The exhibition makes Bauer’s personality visible in the context of the events of the time through photographs and selected records. With a focus on the different roles Bauer held during his life, snapshots of a life in Marburg are to be presented. The exhibition content is drawn from Bauer’s estate in the Marburg City Archives, which is organizing the exhibition together with the City of Marburg’s Cultural Services department.
Narrator: the author Florian Schwebel and the audience Free admission
The blind Berlin artist Silja Korn has been photographing for over 20 years in order to connect with people and explore her surroundings with all possible senses. Her city views, architectural photographs, and self-portraits challenge familiar ways of seeing and social ideas about blindness. The exhibition invites visitors to look at photography and perception from a different perspective. The opening will take place on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. There will be an opening address by Gina Bolle, musical performances by the Marburg singer and rapper Latoya Rey, as well as the Marburg singer-songwriter J-Flat Major, and an artist talk and audience discussion with Silja Korn. The exhibition was initiated and curated by Gina Bolle, selected by the AG Kunst, and supported by the City of Marburg. Admission is free. The art display cases at Rudolphsplatz are accessible at any time and barrier-free.
Shine On – A Pink Floyd Album Journey TimeLine brings "The Dark Side of the Moon" to the stage live "TimeLine" is a tribute to one of the most influential bands in rock history: Pink Floyd. The musicians Frank Leweke, Volker Zipp, Marc Holzhäuser, Tom Debus, and Rainer Kamara have dedicated themselves to the task of authentically bringing the timeless soundscapes of the British rock legends to the stage. A special highlight of TimeLine's performances is the presentation of the complete concept album The Dark Side of the Moon. The program is complemented by spectacular live interpretations that recall legendary Pink Floyd concert moments — such as the performances at Earls Court in 1994 or the famous concert in Pompeii in 1972. With great attention to detail and strong musical precision, "TimeLine" brings the unmistakable sound of the originals back to life. At the same time, the musicians preserve a lightness and joy of playing that captures the spirit of the early Pink Floyd concerts. It is precisely this blend of technical perfection and seemingly effortless performance that makes the tribute band authentic and unique. More information about the band: www.timeline-band.de
A party for everyone who can’t stand still. Finest indie is served here, the kind you know or maybe don’t know yet. A sweaty, dance-filled night awaits you, so get into your dance pants, because: “I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor!” “Dance Pants” sounds like: Two Door Cinema Club, Girl in Red, Metronomy, Kapa Tult, Tame Impala, Lola Young, Wet Leg, and more. Admission: 11:00 pm | standing room only Box office only: €8
The night photography photo course in Marburg shows how fascinating images of the historic old town of Marburg an der Lahn are created. The wonderful creative variations such as the blue hour, lighting design, shadow workshop, and the staging of motifs are presented and photographed together as a group.
A king had a daughter who was beautiful, but very proud. She mocked and insulted all her suitors. As a punishment, her father married her off to a beggar. Through life with the beggar, the princess learned humility and to appreciate the value of hard work. In the castle of King Drosselbart, the princess recognizes in King Drosselbart her husband, the beggar. From then on, they lived happily together, and if they haven't died yet....., well you know how these stories end. The production is carried by an inclusive ensemble, where performers with and without disabilities share the stage. The play is suitable for people aged 3 and above and is equally directed at children, families, and all those who want to rediscover fairy tales. Text/Direction: Karin Wölfer With: Lilli Kirell, Yannick Herrmann, Lukas Lotz, Karin Wölfer, Kim Burger, Jasmin Jankowska, Sarah Kaddouri, Manuel Fichtner, Lukas Haupt, Tizian Bastian Admission: Advance Sale: 7 € plus fees | Box Office: 12 €
Matthias Rische tells in his second collection of short stories about people who struggle with their inner demons, endure familial conflicts, or seek their place in a world that often does not understand them. "Dogs without Feathers" includes 26 tales of love and loss, of drama and trauma, and of the unyielding little moments of happiness.
The Kurhessen Kantorei under the direction of Church Music Director Uwe Maibaum performs the motet "Why is light given to the weary" Op. 74 No. 1 and "A German Requiem" Op. 45 in the version for soloists, piano four hands, timpani and choir.
The lecture presents physics effects to experience, especially about the nature of light and air. This lecture is aimed at children and teenagers (ideally from school classes 3 to 10), but friends of physics of any other age are also very welcome! Dr. Tobias Breuer and Dr. Catrin Ellenberger
Bernard-Marie Koltès is one of the most frequently performed and most influential playwrights of the 1980s. Written in 1986, the text leaves open whether this encounter in the middle of the fields happens by chance or whether this dialogue is deliberately sought out. A customer and a dealer meet. Both circle each other, feeling each other out. A transaction is to take place, but what is to be sold remains unspoken. In any case, the person addressed feels meant. Little by little, it emerges that he too wants something. The dealer and the customer are faced with no “other” choice than “to contend with the violence of the enemy or with the gentleness of brotherhood.” (B.-M. Koltès). The virtuosity of speaking together grows into a meandering flow. This exchange in solitude winds its way up to great universal questions. It oscillates between skill and feeling, sexual play and capitalist, demanding dependency, and at the same time is an intellectual probing of power in confrontation. For everyone aged 15 and over who wants to experience the way people interact with one another, regardless of social systems and state structures, and for lovers of poetic-rhetorical skill.
Backstage, uncensored, unvarnished. Two dancers provide an insight into daily life between casting, wardrobe, and sweat-inducing rehearsals. Styles like salsa, house, ballet, and contemporary dance meet personal memories and insider knowledge that is rarely spoken aloud in the dance world: It's about money, about being different, and about moments when one's own identity – whether due to appearance, gender, or disability – was in the spotlight. With tactile and audible costumes, social media aesthetics, participatory dances, and integrated, creative audio description, "Dance Selfies #unfiltered" invites you to experience the stage anew. Developed for everyone, but especially for a young audience aged 11 and up. Co-Artistic Direction and Dance Performance: Hannah Dewor, Amelia Uzategui Bonilla Audio Description, Concept, Idea, and Mediation: Hannah Dewor, Lilian Korner, Amelia Uzategui Bonilla Access Dramaturgy and Community Management: Lilian Korner Composition, Music, and Artistic Contribution: Santiago Pisano, Mariano Sauco Stage and Costume Design: Pedro Abad Dramaturgy: Charlotte Arens Technical Direction: Jimmy Kömpel Production Management: Amelia Uzategui Bonilla, Bex Pattison Photography, Video Documentation, and Trailer: De-Da Productions
Everyone is welcome, no age limit, with lots of fun, danceable beats for every taste, and good vibes… Admission: pay what you want, minimum €5
On the day of his thirtieth birthday, Josef K., first assistant of a large bank, is arrested. Neither the crime he is accused of is mentioned, nor is he taken into custody. K. is to continue his profession and shape his daily life as before. Information that could explain this situation, which initially seems like a cruel joke, is denied to him. In search of answers, Josef K. is drawn deeper into the labyrinth of an opaque bureaucracy that acts seemingly arbitrarily and follows its own, incomprehensible rules. Soon, the unknown judicial system dictates his entire life. In the end, the death of Josef K. awaits, without a verdict being passed or his guilt being proven. Franz Kafka's (1883 – 1924) unfinished novel is a surreal nightmare, a crime story, and a linguistically dense work of art that eludes any definitive interpretation and proves to have new urgency in the face of every present moment. At a time when justice and legal systems worldwide are wobbling, being manipulated, and where law and justice are increasingly becoming matters of interpretation by those in power, Kafka's novel appears more relevant than ever. For all people aged 14 and up who want to engage with law and justice and wish to cultivate their critical perspective on our present. In a version by Bettina Rehm and Cornelius Edlefsen.
Sometimes we face challenges whose roots run deeper than we initially realize. Relationships, family influences, inner conflicts, or recurring patterns can limit our scope for action. The constellation work offers a protected space to make such connections visible and tangible. Through the spatial representation of relationships and inner parts, new perspectives can emerge and previously unconscious dynamics can come into awareness. Our work is systemically oriented, trauma-sensitive, and body- and resource-oriented. The individual experiences, boundaries, and possibilities of each person are at the center. We pay attention to a mindful pace, encourage self-awareness and self-determination, and incorporate existing resources into the process. The body can serve as a guide to better perceive one’s own needs, sensations, and boundaries. A workshop for people who want to understand themselves better, discover new possibilities for action, and consciously shape their own place in relationships and in life.
Artistic creation with or without prior experience. Information/Registration: mail@alles-kreativ.de
From October 7 to December 12, 2026, the Cube Exhibition  “Games History: Knowledge Spaces of Play” in the open access area of the Central University Library Marburg tells about the worlds of analog and digital games. Objects will be displayed that testify to technological developments and media changes as well as to social concepts, cultural traditions, and the diverse relationships between games and other media. At the interactive opening event, you will have the opportunity to get to know various games and to experience and discover the world of games and their histories for yourself - for viewing, trying out, and participating. Exhibition opening on October 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. c.t. in the lecture room of the Central University Library Marburg, Deutschhausstraße 9, 35037 Marburg Further information and the flyer can be found on our website: [https://uni-marburg.de/OVqa0X](https://uni-marburg.de/OVqa0X) We look forward to your visit!
On a shared walk with travelers or local residents through Marburg’s Upper Town in early winter, special favorite places and stories are strolled through, told, and located… Format: -Partially accessible- walk. Time: Saturdays, 4 p.m. - On Friday, December 18 at 12 p.m.… and by arrangement* Meeting point: Marburg (Upper) Town (Market Fountain). Duration: 1-1.5 hours. Advance registration: Not necessary! Target group: Adults and/or young people. Weather: In almost any weather. Companions: Younger people and dogs are welcome to join. Language: German, Greek, English. Insurance: At your own risk. What to bring: Comfortable shoes, weatherproof clothing, (possibly a camera). Cost: Donation-based. * -For other dates, please arrange by appointment: 01520 5133257
On a shared walk through Marburg’s Upper Town in early winter, the right path to the Castle is found and followed while stories and anecdotes are told. Secret path, staircase, fairy-tale trail, forest path, or path of the Romantics: “All roads lead to the Castle”… Format: -Partially accessible- walk. Time: Tuesdays, 2 p.m. and by arrangement* Meeting point: Marburg (Upper) Town (Market Fountain). Duration: 1–1.5 hours. Advance registration: Not necessary! Target group: Adults and/or young people. Weather: In almost any weather. Accompaniment: Younger people and dogs are welcome to join. Language: German, Greek, English. Insurance: At your own risk. What to bring: Comfortable shoes, weatherproof clothing, (possibly a camera). Cost: Donation-based. * -For other dates, please arrange in advance: 01520 5133257
Dive into the world of pottery, experiment with clay, and create your very own favorite piece. Whether you are a beginner or experienced – here you are allowed to be creative with your own hands!
Fancy a creative break from everyday life? At Creative After-Work, you can spend two hours drawing, designing, experimenting, and simply switching off. Whether comic, illustration, mixed media, or free work – you decide what you feel like doing. I’ll be there with ideas and support and provide a selection of materials. No prior experience needed – just sign up, try it out, and get creative! 2 to 6 people €25 to €35 per person More info at www.frauturtur.de
Enjoy a relaxed summer evening on our pool terrace as the sun slowly sets over Marburg. Look forward to Mediterranean specialties and relaxed chillout music. Paella de Marisco with squid, prawns, and mussels Crunchy Neapolitan pizzas from the buffet Pulpo a la Gallega, Bacalao Gratinado, and Pimientos de Padrón from the grill Refreshing drinks and summery cocktails Chillout music and relaxed sunset vibes All-you-can-eat buffet: 45 € per person including welcome drink Children aged 7 to 12 years: 25 € Children aged 0 to 6 years: free
