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Dear friends, companions, rock “n” rollers,
It is with a heavy heart that I write these lines...
In these times of change, we will be saying goodbye to you in 2026 after 27 years with one last Walldorf Weekender.
The detailed long version of ‘why, how and what for’ is beyond the scope of this newsletter, but we will provide it in the next one.
Today & here, just a short version:
Times are changing. Unfortunately, this has not left us unscathed, and we have reached a point where health, strength, constantly rising costs and prices, demands and planning uncertainties are unfortunately sending clear signals – everywhere and affecting all of us, whether in front of, behind or on stage, but also all of us in our everyday lives, continuously and constantly.
After weeks (months) of intensive discussions, Heike and I have finally decided not to say goodbye quietly and without fanfare. We want to organise another four days full of music on our stages, the flea market, pool party, market, lake stage, Rust'n'Chrome, workshops – just as you know us.
Our teams and helpers are all back on board (yes, even Carlos) – we are all looking forward to seeing you again in 2026 to enjoy a fantastic, wonderful Whitsun rock “n” roll holiday weekend among friends with lots of good music – and thus bring our Walldorf Weekender to a fitting conclusion.
Let's make this Walldorf Rock'n'Roll Weekender another unforgettable experience.
Heike & Andy & the entire Walldorf Weekender team
R.I.P. Randy Richter
Friend & companion for decades
22 January 1974 – 23 September 2025
Tickets are available now in our online shop.
Pre-Party 22nd of May 2026
Impressionen 2024 - Stefan Engler
The Pre-Party will take place on Friday before the actual Weekender.
22.05.2026 in the Astoria-Hall, from about 8pm until 2am.
You can expect an evening with first-class music and a virgin dance floor as a perfect start for the Weekender.
The bands that are planned for Friday will be announced.
Saturday 23rd of May 2026
Impressionen 2024 - Frank Happes
Flea market
At the flea market you will find everything the Rock'n'Roller heart desires. For Weekender guests the own stand is free of charge. From
9 am to 1 pm, on the lawn in front of the Leonardo Hotel, you can haggle and trade for all you're worth, and maybe one or the other will go home with a treasure they've been searching for forever.
All info about the flea market can be found here
Pool-Party
In nice weather, sip a cool beer and let your legs (or everything) dangle in the pool.
From the flea market you can move directly to the pool party and of course there is also here finest musical entertainment.
The pool party will take place on 23.05.2026 from 11am - 2pm in the Leonardo Hotel (outdoor area).
Info coming soon.
Impressionen 2024 - Frank Happes
50s Market
Tikis, hair gel, clothes, shoes, accessories, art, hairdresser, tattoo artist, workshops and, and, and. We can not list everything that will be on the market. From well-known fashion labels to new brands, everything is there.
From the 23rd to the 25th of May 2026, our 50s market is open in the Astoria-Hall
Infos coming soon.
Impressionen 2024 - Stefan Engler
Weekender in the Astoria-Hall
Fantastic bands, big dance floor, great DJs, as well as an indoor and outdoor stage are waiting for you.
We always make sure to offer a wide range of musical influences.
On the 23rd from 4pm - about 2 am, everyone can shake a leg here once. More info about the acts will be published soon.
Sunday 24th of Mai 2026
Impressionen 2024 - Frank Happes
Sea stage
Grass that tickles a little under your feet, fresh air and of course super bands. This is what awaits you at the sea stage.
On the 24th of May 2026 from
12pm - 4pm, you can lie relaxed on the lawn of the AQWA swimming park opposite the Astoria Hall and listen to great music.
All info about the acts will be published soon.
Impressionen 2024 - Frank Happes
Weekender in the Astoria-Hall
A Sunday night full of music, dance and good humor.
On the 24th of May 2026 from 12pm until 2 am, you can enjoy the full dose of rock'n'roll: Market, Record Hop, Workshops, Tattoos, Hairdresser and much more!
We have music on our outdoor stage in front of the hall, as well as top-notch artists on the stage inside the hall! All info about the acts will be published soon.
Monday 25th of May 2026
Impressionen 2024 - Frank Happes
Rust'n'Chrome
Gleam, chrome and bubbling engines.
Fans of classic cars will feel at home at our Rust'n'Chrome car meeting.
On the 25th of May 2026 from 9am to 1pm. Meet car enthusiasts from all over the world.
Music will be provided of course.
Impressionen 2024 - Stefan Engler
Sea stage
Also on Monday, the 25th of May 2026, you can let your soul dangle to sun rays and good music at the lake stage.
From 12pm - 16pm in the opposite of the Astoria Hall in the AQWA swim-ming park there will be live music.
All information about the acts will be published soon.
Impressionen 2024 - Stefan Engler
Weekender in the Astoria Hall
All good things come in threes: On the 25th of May 2026 from 12pm to 10pm, you can celebrate together once again in the Astoria-Hall - with workshops, market, record hop and everything that comes with it, before we say: bye, bye, Weekender - hopefully we'll see you next year ;)
All information about the acts will be published soon.
Impressionen 2023 / Stefan Engler - Fotografie
Workshops
You can't miss out on our Workshops!
We offer a variety of different courses, be it for hair styling or dancing enthusiasts!
All information about the workshops will be published soon.
Impressionen 2023 / Stefan Engler - Fotografie
DJs
There will be plenty of opportunity to grab your dance partner and start dancing. And our first-class DJs will make sure of that.
More info coming soon.