Entertainment for visitors of all ages

From theatre and cinema to clubs and events, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Aschaffenburg. The town offers a diverse programme in its Stadttheater theatre, its elegant Casino Film Theatre, its award-winning live music club Colos-Saal and its Hofgarten Kabarett comedy theatre. And there is also no shortage of clubs and bars for drinks and dancing.

Stadttheater - Theatre

Much like its programme, the architecture of the Stadttheater combines traditional and modern styles. Built in 1811 by Prince-Primate Carl Theodor von Dalberg, the theatre’s eventful history is reflected in its varied facade. Inside, the neoclassical auditorium is a real surprise – one of Aschaffenburg’s most beautiful spaces. Outstanding actors, singers, dancers and musicians from all over the world perform a programme to suit all ages. The programme covers everything from sophisticated chamber music to gripping theatre and entertaining comedy.

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Stadthalle am Schloss

Stadthalle am Schloss offers an attractive programme of events. From comedy acts and operas to concerts and musicals, there is something for everyone. Around 500 events attracting over 140,000 people take place every year at Stadthalle am Schloss.

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Hofgarten comedy theatre

The Hofgarten has hosted cabaret and comedy since 1998. Originally an orangery dating from the 18th century, the building has been extensively renovated by comedian Urban Priol and converted into a fantastic venue for cabaret and light entertainment. Thanks to outstanding acoustics, modern technical equipment and flexible seating, the audience can enjoy a variety of light entertainment by top performers at close quarters. The cabaret and revue programme, featuring big names from all over the German-speaking world, is a top attraction in the Lower Main region of Bavaria. The Hofgarten presents cabaret and comedy at its best. If you’re lucky you might even catch the director himself, Urban Priol.

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Casino Film Theatre

A cinema rich in tradition, the Casino Film Theatre was completely refurbished in 2004. The two cinemas, one with 186 seats and the other with 63, and the salon, which was completed in 2014 and seats 24 people, exclusively screen independent and arthouse films. The salon offers the atmosphere of a living room, and visitors can order drinks and light snacks to their seat. The cosy café on the ground floor is a welcoming place to relax before and after screenings, or at any other time.

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Colos-Saal

The beating heart of Aschaffenburg’s club scene opened in 1984 as a live music club (called Klimperkasten) and rescued the town from musical tedium.
Since the live club opened, the team has put on more than 7,500 events featuring top-ranking acts from the world of music and attracting over two million visitors.
Colos-Saal has won multiple awards down the years for its exceptional programme of live music and events covering almost every genre you could think of.

www.colos-saal.de

Kinopolis cinema

This cinema complex shows films for all the family, including some showings in English. Thanks to its central location it is easily reached by public transport or by car. There is an underground car park for visitors to the cinema.

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Smaller theatres and younger stages

Aschaffenburg is also home to smaller venues and has a programme for younger stages.

Erthaltheater

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Ludwigstheater

Junge Bühne e.V.

Story Stage Märchentheater

puppet theatre "Das Puppenschiff"

Jugendkulturzentrum – youth culture centre

Clubs

For seasoned clubbers and those who aspire to be!

Anna

It might be tucked away in a shopping arcade, but Club Anna is by no means an insider tip in Aschaffenburg’s nightlife. This trendy spot is a real institution among clubbers and night owls, thanks to its modern ambience and excellent programme. High-quality events regularly draw a diverse crowd and feature well-known names from the national and international DJ scene.

The Sedgwick

The Sedgwick is located on Elisenstrasse by the main train station, where it welcomes revellers with a chic industrial design and a wide range of contemporary food and drink. An eclectic crowd meets at this trendy venue on to enjoy a variety of themed parties, live events and concerts which, thanks to the latest lighting and sound equipment, make for an unforgettable experience.

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