10 COUNTRIES
10 days
1 FESTIVAL
Every two years, the Danube Office Ulm/Neu-Ulm invites visitors to the International Danube Festival. For ten days, there is a lively atmosphere on both sides of the Danube as international artists and guests from all countries along the Danube come together at this festival of encounters.
The international cultural programme offers a sophisticated mix of different artistic genres – whether music, dance, literature or exhibitions, the Danube countries present themselves with their cultural ambassadors.
The 2026 edition has also received the EFFE label. 
The centrepiece is the market of the Danube countries. It reflects the basic idea of the International Danube Festival, which is to convey the diversity of cultures, music and dance forms, and lifestyles along the Danube. Here, visitors can experience genuine handicrafts, authentic music – both modern and traditional – and culinary specialities from the various countries and regions. A colourful family programme delights young and old alike.
The International Danube Festival is a showcase for the international Danube partnership and cultural exchange. It focuses on unity in diversity, the idea of cultural cooperation in Europe and strengthening cohesion in the Danube region.
Special thanks to
Kurt Tucholski is said to have once said ‚Cities by the river are beautiful‘, and this also applies to Ulm and Neu-Ulm. But rivers are also beautiful, they connect people and know no borders, and this is important to us at the Donaufest - which is why we are delighted to support it as Magirus.
Magirus GmbH
"The Danube flows as an important lifeline through 10 European countries and connects their people, nations and cultures - the International Danube Festival celebrates these connections in a truly valuable and appreciative way"
Savings Bank Ulm
We have been supporting this fantastic "festival of cultures" for many years, where people from different countries and cities meet along the Danube and the "WE" can be experienced in many facets.
Volksbank Ulm - Biberach eG
"The International Danube Festival shows us that it is possible to bring countries, people and their cultures together peacefully with a great deal of commitment. It is therefore a special honour for us, the Gold Ochsen brewery, to be a part of it."
Gold oxen
„In our daily interaction with customers, suppliers and employees from different cultural areas and countries, we recognise the perfect bridge to the character of the International Danube Festival. The diversity of music, dance, literature and culinary delights makes this event something extraordinary and brings people from near and far together. For us, it is a matter close to our hearts to support this two-year event, which puts Ulm and Neu-Ulm in a special spotlight for 10 days.“
sudhoff group
