The commencement of Nürnberg Classic Open Airs 2025 takes place this year
Nuremberg, Germany, is gearing up for a cultural extravaganza as the Classic Open Air 2025 returns to the picturesque Luitpoldhain parkland. This much-anticipated event, a trademark of the city's cultural calendar, promises to unite people through music and culture, attracting approximately 100,000 attendees.
The two-day event, scheduled for Sunday, July 27, and August 9, 2025, will feature two main orchestral events. On July 27, the Staatsphilharmonie Nürnberg will perform two concerts—a family-friendly "Picknick an der Moldau" at 11 a.m. and an evening "Goldene Zeiten" at 8 p.m., both conducted by Generalmusikdirektor Roland Böer.
The August 9 concert, under the baton of chief conductor Jonathan Darlington and the Nürnberger Symphoniker, will present "Nürnberg grüßt die weite Welt," a program that includes Wagner’s "Meistersinger von Nürnberg" overture, Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 (performed by Italian pianist Federico Colli), Leonard Bernstein’s “Times Square Dance,” and Richard Addinsell’s “Warsaw Concerto.”
The concerts are free to the public, a tradition that has been maintained since 2000, thanks to local sponsors. The 2025 program offers a symphonic journey through major global cities, combining classical masterpieces with cinematic and concertante works.
Past performances have seen both the Staatsphilharmonie Nürnberg and Nürnberger Symphoniker take centre stage, with the tradition of offering vibrant open-air classical concerts in one of Europe’s largest green concert venues continuing this year. The August 9 concert is noted for its blend of emotion and entertainment, with Tobias Föhrenbach providing concert narration.
The Classic Open Air 2025 is a significant cultural event in Nuremberg, marking the 35th anniversary of the city partnership between Nuremberg and Prague. The State Philharmonic will celebrate this milestone with music, performing pieces from the Czech capital.
For more details and updates, visit the official website at klassikopenair.nuernberg.de. The Classic Open Air 2025 is more than just a concert series; it's a peaceful gathering that promotes unity, celebrating music and culture in the heart of Nuremberg.
The Classic Open Air 2025, returning to Luitpoldhain parkland in Nuremberg, Germany, will provide a peaceful gathering that promotes unity, celebrating not only music but also entertainment. This event, featuring two main orchestral events, includes performances by the Staatsphilharmonie Nürnberg and the Nürnberger Symphoniker, offering a symphonic journey through major global cities, combining classical masterpieces with cinematic and concertante works.
