Music Competition - A Grand Stage for Young Talent: Autostadt Launches "Sound Challenge"
Tip for Young Musicians and Bands: 2026 Summer Festival to Feature "Sound Challenge" for Emerging Talent for the First Time – Winner to Perform Live on the Porsche Stage
Application Phase Open Now – From May 22 to June 5, 2026 (inclusive), Acts Can Apply and Introduce Themselves via Video at autostadt.de/asc – Winning Band to Serve as Opening Act for Calum Scott at the Closing Concert
Wolfsburg Car City - Northern Germany. Autostadt Wolfsburg is inviting musicians to participate in its "Sound Challenge." During the upcoming Summer Festival, aspiring artists will have the opportunity to apply for a performance slot at this major summer event. The application phase has officially begun: from May 22 through June 5, 2026, emerging acts can introduce themselves and submit their applications—including a video presentation—via autostadt.de/asc. The organizer's jury will select the bands or solo artists who will then perform live at the Autostadt Summer Festival; prior to this, a multi-stage selection process involving an open call, community voting, and an expert jury review will take place. All concerts during the festival period will be held on the Porsche Stage.
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| Summer Image – Photo: Helga Waess |
The winning band or solo artist will perform on August 16, 2026, as the support act for Calum Scott on the Lagoon Stage.
They will open the evening for a top-tier international act. The performance will take place on stage before a large audience and media partners Radio38 and Radio Hannover. The competition for a live performance in this grand setting has begun: participants will gain valuable live experience and receive professional recordings of their concerts at the Autostadt.
Roland Kalweit, Entertainment Manager at the Autostadt, explains:
“With the Sound Challenge, we are creating—for the very first time—a stage where new talents can not only perform but also gain genuine festival experience. Our goal is to provide young artists with early visibility and give them the opportunity to take the next step in their musical development.”
What do you crave in the summer, when the heat really sets in?
Relaxing at "Cool Summer Island" would be one option. Preparations for the summer festival are currently underway at the Autostadt in Wolfsburg.
Once again, visitors will find the popular cocktail bar, a fine sandy beach, numerous spots for sitting and lounging, and a wide selection of electric and pedal boats. Yes, that’s right: you can go boating in Wolfsburg!
In short, this summer it serves as the perfect venue for a brief escape from everyday life—and for children on their school holidays. Those looking to enjoy a longer getaway can treat themselves to a delightful stay at the on-site five-star-superior hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg.
