A diverse scene ensures a rich offer from all cultural genres and brings international festivals to the stage. Cultural professionals and also dedicated amateurs make sure that you can have a good time every day of the year - from classical music to grunge, from history to modern art installations. Did you know that the first European peace was negotiated in Osnabrück? Or are you more interested in the fact that the city is considered a blues stronghold?
The stage life in Osnabrück is diverse, even for the youngest visitors. In addition to the Städtische Bühne with its 5 sections, there are also small houses with very special programs.
To the theaters
Osnabrück's museums not only keep history alive - whether painters or writers, bishoprics or technology - their significance for the present and future always resonates.
To the museums
It's best to arrange the festivals from A to Z - or by size - or by how far the acts have traveled - it doesn't matter, there's something for everyone!
A festival overview
Whether classical or rock, pop, jazz and all the other musical genres - it's always live in Osnabrück! The ensembles, bands and choirs are just as diverse as the stages and performance venues.
Who makes what music where
Painting, graphics, sculptures, installations - anyone interested in contemporary art will find it in many places in the city - even outdoors, "in passing" it cannot be overlooked.
About art
Perpetual and changing exhibitions show works of many artists - some with international reputation, some on the long way there.
To the exhibitions
The libraries, the Literaturhaus Westniedersachsen and various other players bring literature to life. Writings become vivid and alive - from readings to film adaptations.
About the literature
The Independent FilmFest Osnabrück is one of the oldest film festivals in Lower Saxony. It takes place annually in October and ends with the presentation of endowed awards, including the Peace Film Award. For filmmakers, Osnabrück has a filming guide available from Nordmedia Filmförderung.
About the filmIn Osnabrück, too, numerous people have to get by on little money - sometimes too little money to enjoy cultural events. KUKUK, the "Art and Culture Support Card," opens up culture to those who cannot otherwise afford it: The card for welfare recipients is issued by the association KAOS e.V. (Kultur für Alle Osnabrück). Cardholders can then purchase tickets for just 1 euro (children 50 cents) from cultural organizers who have joined the scheme. KAOS e.V. is registered in the register of associations of the city of Osnabrück and recognized by the tax office as a charitable organization. The association is also looking for partners who would like to support this idea financially and ideally. Further information, current events and a list of all participating cultural institutions can be found at www.kukuk.de. KAOS registered association culture for all Osnabrück
Large Gildewart 35
49074 Osnabrück
0541 76079112
E-mail: infonoSpam@kukuknoSpam.de
All young people born in 2006 who have activated their KulturPass budget by 31 December 2024 can still use it in 2025.
A new federal government will have to decide whether the KulturPass will also be available to young people born in 2007.
You can use this budget for concerts, cinema, museum and theatre visits or to buy books and records.
All you need is the KulturPass app.
Students pay one euro per semester - in addition to the AStA fees set by the student parliaments. In return, admission to the Museumsquartier, the Kunsthalle, the Museum am Schölerberg, the Museum Industriekultur and the Diözesanmuseum is free. Borrowing books from the city library is free of charge, as are certain courses at the music and art school. There are also five guided tours of the city per semester and other tours in addition to the usual first-time offers. In addition, the ascent to the tower of St. Mary's Church is free of charge.
A guide with contact persons for filming in Osnabrück can be found at the Lower Saxony film promotion Nordmedia.
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The first real European peace treaty was signed here in 1648 - the door handle to the town hall is a reminder of this. The peace treaty ended the Thirty Years' War after long, tough negotiations in Osnabrück and Münster. Today, this historical legacy is lived out in many institutions, associations and initiatives in Osnabrück and is geared towards the future.
In 2023, the city of Osnabrück celebrated the peace treaty 375 years ago with a year-round programme. You can find detailed information on the webportal City of Peace (German)
Please inquire on the homepages or directly in the respective houses about the current opening and event times, prices, cancellations, etc.. This information can change at short notice!
