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Coastal Dance Festival

*⏰ COASTAL DANCE TIMETABLE DROP !!! ⏰*
Who's playing when? Here's your schedule for two nights of demolition, emotions, and electronic ecstasy

*directly on the Usedom Baltic Sea beach!*

*🔸 THURSDAY – 19.06.*
🕕 From 18:00 PM | *PRE-PARTY at the e² BeachClub*
Right on the festival beach – the perfect way to get in the mood for an unforgettable weekend!

🏁 *DAYTIME:*
Breathtaking *jet ski racing & motorsport action* at the *King of Beach* – right on the festival beach!
Adrenaline. Speed. Waves. Sound.

International Yoga Day - Create your yoga day in the Heringsdorf healing forest.

Morning greeting & mediation, forest yoga, humorous forest hike, puppet theater for the family & children's yoga, forest history, relaxing evening walk and the traditional tree planting with the forester

Concert reading Karat

The reading & the concert
with blues, rock'n roll, top-class songs and fascinating stories from the successful Karat biography "You have to go over seven bridges" for the 45th anniversary of the super band KARAT "Over seven bridges..." The success story of rock'n roll.

USEDOM dances in 2024

“Dancing is dreaming with your legs,” as a saying from Finland aptly describes it.

Look forward to a weekend with an invitation to dance, including on the concert stages with the live music show of the “Blue Comets” on June 08.06.2024th, 19 at 00:09.06.2024 p.m. in Seebad Bansin and on June 16th, 00 at XNUMX:XNUMX p.m Ahlbeck seaside resort.

Let yourself be seduced into the fascinating world of show dances around the world, from traditional to modern, with the Fritz Reuter Ensemble from Anklam. Date: June 08.06.2024th, 16 from 00:XNUMX p.m. in Seebad Ahlbeck at the concert stage

If you don't just like modernity, but also the tradition and honest customs of our region, then you've come to the right place with the show program “In Mäkelborg un Vorpommern sünd wi to Hus” by the renowned Mecklenburg-Pomeranian folklore ensemble “Richard Wossidlo”, which is known far beyond the borders. e. V. Date: June 09.06.2024th, 17 at 00:XNUMX p.m. in Seebad Bansin at the concert pavilion.

With a detour into the dazzling world of carnival, the show “Spraying Sparks” by the carnival clubs from the island of Usedom takes you to the concert shell stage in Seebad Heringsdorf on Sunday, June 09.06.2024th, 16 at 00:XNUMX p.m. The youngest offspring “funken” are also there with their colorfully costumed dance choreographies.

SANDread

An evening by the sea in a relaxing atmosphere on Bansin beach with an author reading and accompanying live music.

Ahlbeck Christmas market

On the 1st weekend in Advent, the Imperial Baths Christmas market on the Ahlbeck concert square gets you in the mood for the Christmas season in a contemplative atmosphere. The smell of mulled wine, bratwurst, cookies, roasted almonds and candied apples is in the Baltic Sea air and invites you to linger. Atmospheric music sounds around the Christmas season and at the end of each evening, a mulled wine party and mood music under the Christmas tree invite you to spend the Kaiserbad Christmas market in good company.

Bansin Christmas market

It's very Christmassy in the Kaiserbad Bansin - a small, regional market invites you to the promenade on the third weekend of Advent. Artisans, local traders and local associations would like to show together what Usedom and the surrounding area have to offer. Handmade gift ideas, jewelry made of amber and sea glass, sustainable wood products, knitwear and textiles as well as organic products from Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania not only have the right thing for festive occasions. True to the motto “from here, for here”, there is nothing missing in terms of cuisine: regional game meat, hot drinks and spirits made from products from the island of Usedom, vegetarian offerings and sweet delicacies that are traditionally part of every Christmas market.

Magical winter world by the sea

A warm welcome, in a bright winter setting behind the dunes next to the ice arena, with handicrafts and local businesses. How about a fragrant lard cake and aromatic mulled wine? Immerse yourself in the colorful glittering world, with the Ferris wheel and children's carousels, with the fresh wind from the sea on your face and feel-good music in your ears. Look forward to dazzling fantasy characters and a colorful program for the whole family. And if you like it sporty, you can race over the runners in the “Usedom Island Ice Arena”. On December 31st, a wonderful fireworks display with music will start at 17 p.m. especially for all children and families in the event area next to the winter world. Enjoy the last days of the year in the glow of lights

New Year's Eve fireworks

At the turn of the year, the sky above the beach and sea shines above each of our unique piers.

Event highlights 2026

Winter beach party with ice bathing

At the winter bathing spectacle, costumed ice bathers plunge into the cold Baltic Sea waters, while most of us bundle up in warm coats and hats. A varied supporting program as well as food and drink stands invite you to linger.

Baltic Lights

From March 06th to 08th, 2025, the imperial spa towns of the Baltic Sea island of Usedom will once again be transformed into the backdrop for one of the most exciting events of the year: Baltic Lights! International sled dog teams and celebrity guests will gather on the Baltic Sea beach to compete in thrilling races for a good cause. Over 500 huskies, popular TV stars, and more than 60.000 spectators will make this event a special highlight in the northern events calendar.

International Day of Forests

Experience day in the Heringsdorf Forest from morning yoga meditation, a humorous forest therapy hike, the forester encounter, puppet theater with the forest spirit to the evening health hike.

Bansin Easter Island

The Bansin Easter Islands are an Easter festival on the promenade and on the beach with various stations, such as a games island, a show island and others.

For the fourth time, the beach and promenade of Bansin will be transformed into a gaming paradise for young and old over Easter. The latest novelties from the hottest game publishers, such as “Amigo”, “Schmidt Spiele” and “Pegasus”, will be presented on several “theme islands”.

In the unique atmosphere on the Baltic Sea beach, visitors can immerse themselves in the colorful world of games and escape the stress of everyday life. Whether creative wooden games, games of skill or logic games for quick thinkers, spontaneous participation is required and, above all, gaming fever is everywhere for young and young at heart.

Imperial baths heyday

The season kicks off with a colorful spring market. This year's highlight: all three imperial spa towns—Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin—invite you to kick off the 2025 market season on the promenade near the concert venues. Regional offerings, meticulously crafted arts and crafts, along with themed garden and decorative items, will whet your appetite for the warmer season.

Market opening hours:
Thursday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 18:00 p.m.

Grand Schlemm 2025

Experience the exclusive culinary masterpieces of the best chefs in Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf and Bansin. Enjoy a variety of flavors at 10 stops along the picturesque coast of the imperial spas, rounded off with the finest wines from German and Austrian winemakers.

Children's, club and senior citizens' festival

We welcome all children, parents and grandparents with a colorful and varied program with lots of music, interesting shows and presentations, face painting, games together and sporting activities at the Heringsdorf event site right next to the pier. This year we are calling for the children's flea market again. Many clubs and institutions in the Ostseebad Heringsdorf community are involved in the success of the festival.

International Arbor Day

“The gentle medicine of trees”

Experience day in the Heringsdorf Forest from morning yoga meditation, a humorous forest therapy hike, the forester encounter, puppet theater with the forest spirit to the evening health hike.

Out into the spa and healing forest, out into nature!

7 Painting by the Sea

Sunshine, blue skies, bathers, the sound of the sea and a unique cultural landscape, characterized by its special spa architecture and in between since 20 Years, plein air artists on the promenade, on the beachd or in town of Heringsdorf, equipped with painting supplies, bicycle and sun protection. A rather unusual and somewhat nostalgic sight in our holiday paradise by the sea.

International cabaret festival

Every year the promenade around the Heringsdorf pier on the sunny island of Usedom becomes a meeting place for artists from all over the world. Every Pentecost, artists and artist groups from different countries visit the island, face the keen eyes of the expert and student jury and make the hearts of our guests beat faster again. We hope that you feel comfortable during these four days at the only festival of its kind on the island of Usedom. Since the artists who have traveled far and wide perform for us without a fee, their hats should not remain empty.

Since the first festival in 1, around 2000 artists have taken part in the International Cabaret Festival on the island of Usedom.

Photos © Karin Short

Variety show by the sea

It has become a beautiful tradition for selected participants of the International Cabaret Festival to create a top-class gala program together with a renowned emcee. We are particularly pleased that the master magician Matthias Rauch is taking over the moderation for our variety show this year. Experience exquisite acrobatics, eloquent comedy, tricky juggling and magic. This program has been arranged especially for the cabaret festival and will not be repeated at any other location.

Due to renovation work, this year it is not called the Imperial Baths Hall as usual, but the Chapeau Rouge theater tent invites you to the unforgettable variety evenings.

Children's, club and senior citizens' festival

Imperial baths sports beach

On, on, in the water - the sports beach of the Kaiserbades offers the right program and the right course for beginners or professionals and for tension or relaxation: Whether volleyballs over nets, enjoying yoga in the beach sand or with the stand-up board towards the sunrise paddle.
If lounging on the fine sand is not enough for you, you can work up a sweat on the sports beach. Anyone who wants to keep fit while on vacation or who enjoys playing games together can really step on the gas here. It doesn't matter whether you like chasing balls, want to start the day with a relaxed early morning exercise session or on the Baltic Sea with sunrise stand-up paddling - there are plenty of opportunities to be active in sports on the sports beach of the imperial baths.

Beach soccer, volleyball, beach tennis or gymnastics have one thing in common here - the fine, white beach under your feet and the steady, rushing waves in your ears.

Summer cinema Heringsdorf

Due to technical problems with the LED screen required to display the films, the summer cinema is on a forced hiatus. The technical company responsible for the installation has not yet provided any information on the progress of the repairs, and there is no date yet for when films can be shown again.

Tickets already booked for cancelled screenings will be refunded no later than the day of the screening.

Cinema with your feet in the sand right by the sea. You can enjoy children's and family films, blockbusters and classic films on the large LED video wall. In beach chairs or snuggled up in warm blankets on a deck chair, you can experience cinema in a different way on the beach.

Play beach "Play(t) room by the sea"

"Playroom by the Sea" – that's the motto of our play beach. Unusual large-scale games and skill games, fascinating puzzles, unusual creative activities, and captivating team experiments are available to try out free of charge on the beach (Thursday to Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 17:00 p.m.) in July and August.

The latest board games can be tested in the games tent.

In addition, the "creative studio" offers the opportunity for small handicrafts.

In addition, there are other highlights in the afternoons.

Different game publishers will be there on the weekends with their new releases

Jazz we can

Look forward to the jazz festival with top-class guests and a unique flair. The music goes straight into the body, moves the hips and legs, it creates lightness and makes you happy.

International Yoga Day - Create your yoga day in the Heringsdorf healing forest.

Midsummer party in the park

Be inspired by design, creative workshops or create your own holiday memories. Being curious and awakening new interests is possible during the two days in Goethepark.
We make Midsummer a “Mitt(mach)fest”.
(Participation fees are charged on site.)

SANDread

An evening by the sea with author reading and accompanying live music

UseTube26

Newcomer concerts for discoverers of new music, far away from the chart-oriented radio mainstream. Look forward to cool live music on UseTube26 on three evenings, on the stylish concert stage with a sun-drenched beach promenade.

Imperial Baths Beach Tennis Tour

Beach Tennis is an action-packed mix of Tennis, beach volleyball and badminton – with spectacular rallies, athletic jumps, and rousing music on the beach. Admission is free. Come along, join in, or simply enjoy the summer atmosphere at Ahlbeck's sports beach.

Bansin pier festival

The pier festival, maritime and colorful, is one of the cultural highlights of the summer in the seaside resort of Bansin. Look forward to a small, fine shopping mile and a sparklingly lively and eventful program, including a hilarious lifeguard from a bygone era, a traditional maritime shanty choir, charming cabaret with "outstanding" walk-through acts, hands-on activities for our little ones, and the unforgettable live concert experience every night with top-notch bands. Come stroll, linger, and unwind as the impressive lighting, visible from afar, illuminates the beloved pier in magnificent light every evening. A brilliant fireworks display over the sea will illuminate Saturday night with magical pyrotechnics.

Sandpiper barefoot concerts

Feet in the sand, the Baltic Sea waves in sight and your favorite song in your ear, played live and directly on the beach at a barefoot concert while the sun slowly sets behind the dunes. It is precisely these moments that creep into your feel-good memory and stay with you.

Silent disco

Dancing through the summer night with headphones in the open air on the beach - at this extraordinary dance event, three DJs simultaneously inspire their audience via headphones with different and selectable music styles. From party music, hits and charts to the 90s, electro, rock, hip-hop and alternative music, there is something for every musical taste. A party where people dance wildly but apparently silently and outsiders are amused by the bizarre sight.

Glow Volleyball Tournament

The beach glows in neon colors under black light, glowing volleyballs are smashed over the net, players are covered in neon make-up. The beach in Ahlbeck will shine brightly again, then you can splash, dredge and dance again.

Ahlbeck Summer Festival

Against the historical backdrop of the oldest pier in Germany, we welcome you to another cultural highlight in the imperial baths - the Ahlbeck Summer Festival. Look forward to a colorful program for young and old, unique musical performances and a few surprises.

During the four days, the Ahlbeck summer festival attracts visitors with its colorful market and all kinds of arts and crafts stands. Browsing through the stands, there is sure to be something for one or the other.

To strengthen yourself you will find numerous gastronomy stands with a wide range of offers.

Fun and action on the bumper cars and breathtaking views from the Ferris wheel await you, as do wonderful walk-through acts on the promenade and live music on the concert stage in the evenings. Ahlbeck's summer highlight.

Heringsdorf's Glory Times

A shopping mall and a diverse program invite you to a first-class anniversary event. Over four days, we'll delve into the past of our seaside resort.

Water sports day

Try out the water sports on offer at the Kaiserbäder sports beach for a whole day for free. From exciting volleyball and football tournaments in the water to relaxing trips in a stand-up paddle boat and other exciting activities on and in the water.

KAISERBÄDER SUMMER OPEN AIR - STAHLZEIT

Come, see, feel, and hear! Nowhere else can you experience the spirit of RAMMSTEIN as closely as at STAHLZEIT.
STAHLZEIT lives and breathes to the rhythm of its brutal musical heartbeat. An insatiable urge to create new dimensions on stage, flirting with the boundaries of the imaginable, flows through their veins. The pyrotechnic show is so uncompromisingly and spectacularly executed that STAHLZEIT's heat can be felt from the furthest seats. Sweat, fire, and this unique energy pulsate through the audience throughout the approximately two-and-a-half-hour show.

STAHLZEIT is back on tour. Their 20+ anniversary tour!

The 20 tour is called “JUBILÄUMSTOUR 2026 PLUS.” It is a journey through all the creative phases of the original.
Long-time fans can look forward to a consistent development of the show, and new viewers will be swept away by a powerful concert experience.

The “JUBILÄUMSTOUR 20 PLUS” is a must-see.
Feel, smell and hear.

STAHLZEIT. When heat, sound, and emotions merge into a powerful unity.

IMPERIAL BATHS SUMMER OPEN AIR - MONTEZ

15 Years of Montez – The Big Anniversary Tour 2026

2011 to 2026 – Montez turns 15! The artist will celebrate this anniversary in 2026 with a series of open-air concerts in some of the biggest venues in his artistic history to date. Six studio albums. Gold and platinum-certified singles, more than a billion streams across all projects and albums, headliner slots at major festivals, and the current arena tour with more than 150.000 visitors: Montez underscores his status as one of the most exciting artists in the country. But the Bielefeld native has worked hard for this success: he released his first album in 2011. For 15 years, he has been working tirelessly on his dream. In the studio. On stage. His career has been marked by setbacks, hope, perseverance, and passion. And this paid off in 2021 at the latest, when he finally achieved his breakthrough with his now double-platinum number 1 single "Auf und Ab." A unique career for the singer and songwriter, who has garnered a wide audience, especially through his participation in Sing meinen Song. Whether emotional or danceable and driving, Montez creates unforgettable concert moments with his shows. And there will be plenty of them on the anniversary tour. Fans can therefore look forward to the next chapter in Montez's success story.

Kaiserbads Summer Open Air - Clueso

The first dates of his upcoming tour are already sold out. Now Clueso is adding more dates for summer 2026! The DEJA-VU tour is being extended – this time outdoors. This summer, he'll be bringing his biggest hits and new songs to the most beautiful open-air stages in Germany, Luxembourg, and Austria!

With fresh arrangements, his distinctive band, and an electrifying live show, Clueso promises unforgettable summer evenings filled with emotion, energy, and music. Those who know him know that he creates unique moments blending pop, hip-hop, and singer-songwriter sounds, moments that resonate even more intensely in an open-air setting.

From Vienna via Bremen to Schwerin: Starting in June 2026, Clueso will be stopping at selected open-air concerts. His classics like "Chicago", "Cello" and "Flugmodus" will be performed alongside brand new songs – the perfect mix of familiar and surprising for fans.

Gold and platinum awards, sold-out concerts and a loyal fan base show:

Clueso live is an experience. The summer edition of the DEJA-VU TOUR 2026 takes it to another level – nine exclusive open-air shows guaranteed to give you goosebumps.

Flashlight concert with
rumble style

The flashlight concerts by RUMPELSTIL are swinging and rocking evening concerts for the whole family. For many children, the flashlight concert is the first concert that begins in the evening and is also played in the open air - a real experience.

Bodypainting Festival

Art on the body is the motto under which world champions and internationally renowned painting artists transform their models into unique fantasy figures.

Rock poet concerts

All concertgoers who enjoy good rock music with catchy melodies and profound lyrics are cordially invited to the ROCKPOETEN – Kaiserbäder concerts – a fascinating live music weekend with a beat that touches the heart.

ROCK POETS – from the metaphorical ballad to the striking rock song, distinctive and more current than ever, with bands that interpret emotionally or energetically demanding lyrics in their songs.

Experience these extraordinary concerts on three evenings on the unique concert stage on the beach promenade in Seebad Ahlbeck, which is known for its excellent acoustics and special atmosphere.

Free entry with a valid UsedomCard

Variety PromenArt

Every Monday through Thursday, enjoy wonderful comedy and fabulous artistry in a spectacular open-air program in a nostalgic cabaret atmosphere. Professional artists from all over Germany provide the best entertainment at the PromenArt variety show.

Week of spa architecture

Because we are proud of our past, we celebrate it accordingly - at the Week of Resort Architecture. With lectures, films and guided tours, tours, music evenings and light illuminations, painting courses, documentation and wind installations. The longing architecture of the imperial baths is illuminated from all sides. Literally.

World Children's Day in the children's healing forest

We invite all children to join us for a World Children's Day celebration at the Heringsdorf Children's Healing Forest, which was officially opened on September 20.09.2021, 5. Together we celebrate the XNUMXth anniversary of our Children's Healing Forest!

Usedom Music Festival

For three weeks, visitors to the international festival will experience the stars and treasures of music from the Baltic Sea region. Annually changing country focuses show the entire musical diversity of northern Europe. The Baltic Sea podium presents classical music, jazz, singing and much more. with beach flair. This year with a special focus on Latvian music.

XXL beach fireworks

Be amazed by an extraordinary beach fireworks display along the seaside resorts on the island of Usedom on German Unity Day! Fireworks will be set off every 10 minutes without interruption, starting at 19:30 p.m. in Karlshagen and ending at 21:00 p.m. in Ahlbeck. To mark 35 years of German Unity, there will be a fireworks display in each of the three imperial spa towns this year.

20:40 p.m. – Bansin

20:50 p.m. – Heringsdorf

21:00 PM – Ahlbeck

park magic

Under the motto “Spooky”, the park becomes a stage for Ghostly figures, magical light installations, and enchanted performances. Little adventurers can explore a mystical labyrinth, while Adults can enjoy the magic of the park in a pleasant atmosphere. There is also a daily breathtaking flame spectacle.

Come by – and let yourself be enchanted!

Family weeks by the sea

From geocaching, fun readings and hikes in the dark: the family weeks have a varied program for children and adults. Young and old are warmly invited to the games house to experience and try out the colorful world of new games. Children go on a journey of discovery with a real fireman. During the Park Magic, the Goethe Park is transformed into a colorful sea of colors with glowing light art works.

– Subject to change –

Event highlights

Event highlights 2025

Coastal Dance Festival

International Yoga Day - Create your yoga day in the Heringsdorf healing forest.

Concert reading Karat

USEDOM dances in 2024

SANDread

Ahlbeck Christmas market

Bansin Christmas market

Magical winter world by the sea

New Year's Eve fireworks

Event highlights 2026

Winter beach party with ice bathing

Baltic Lights

International Day of Forests

Bansin Easter Island

Imperial baths heyday

Grand Schlemm 2025

Children's, club and senior citizens' festival

International Arbor Day

7 Painting by the Sea

International cabaret festival

Variety show by the sea

Children's, club and senior citizens' festival

Imperial baths sports beach

Summer cinema Heringsdorf

Play beach "Play(t) room by the sea"

Jazz we can

International Yoga Day - Create your yoga day in the Heringsdorf healing forest.

Midsummer party in the park

SANDread

UseTube26

Imperial Baths Beach Tennis Tour

Bansin pier festival

Sandpiper barefoot concerts

Silent disco

Glow Volleyball Tournament

Ahlbeck Summer Festival

Heringsdorf's Glory Times

Water sports day

KAISERBÄDER SUMMER OPEN AIR - STAHLZEIT

IMPERIAL BATHS SUMMER OPEN AIR - MONTEZ

Kaiserbads Summer Open Air - Clueso

Flashlight concert with rumble style

Bodypainting Festival

Rock poet concerts

Variety PromenArt

Week of spa architecture

World Children's Day in the children's healing forest

Usedom Music Festival

XXL beach fireworks

park magic

Family weeks by the sea

Flashlight concert with
rumble style