Esslingen market square is where ESTIVAL is held (volker Kreinacke-Adobe Stock )
ESTiVAL Esslingen | Aug. 1-13, 2026
This free summer fest spreads around the market square and lasts for two weeks.
Guests can enjoy live music, creative street art and plenty of specialty Esslingen wine. Guided tours and wine tastings are available with tickets.
There will be a children’s day on Aug. 3, which includes a play paradise in the pagoda, giant Jenga and ice cream. For those feeling lucky, enter a drawing with the tourist information office July 1–Aug. 7, to win a hot air balloon ride at the castle on Aug. 10.
