Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Baden-Baden
5th Baden-Baden Classics 2026 featuring the "Concours d'Elegance," tea dance at the Kurhaus, Sunday shopping, and "The Nutcracker" performed by the Hamburg Ballet at the Festspielhaus
5th Baden-Baden Classics 2026 on October 11, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., in the city center (DEUTSCH, FRANÇAIS, ENGLISH, NEDERLANDS)
Baden-Baden. The spa town on the Oos River invites visitors to the UNESCO World Heritage City to experience the "Concours d'Elegance"—a showcase of "garage gold" (prized classic cars) accompanied by participants in period attire. Around 50 vintage car owners and their magnificent vehicles are expected for this special event; they will drive a convertible parade through the city in hourly intervals (12 p.m. – 4 p.m.: hourly Concours d'Elegance with vehicle judging). The Baden-Baden vintage car event concludes with an awards ceremony for the most beautiful classic cars.
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| Baden-Baden: Classic automobiles and world-class hotels by the Kurpark – Photo: Vintage car event, July 2026, Helga Waess (Pressefoto) |
The famous "Concours d'élégance" traces its roots back to the
"Baden-Baden Automobile Tournaments."
These events featured a week-long, comprehensive rally complete with all the trimmings—including skill-based driving tests, hill climbs, flat races, and a concluding flower parade. That was a long time ago; the events took place just over a century ago, between the 1920s and 1930s.
Today, the "Baden-Baden Classics" carries on this tradition by evaluating the overall impression created by participants and their vintage automobiles. The interplay between human and mechanical elegance takes center stage, which is why the car parades also serve as fashion showcases.
Event information is available on the official website:
- www.oldtimer-meeting.de/oldtimer-baden-baden-classics/
Sunday Shopping
At the same time, shops in Baden-Baden’s city center will open their doors, inviting visitors to enjoy a leisurely Sunday shopping experience from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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| Kurhaus Baden-Baden – with the spa gardens (Kurpark); Photo: Helga Waess (press photo) |
Tea Dance in the Bel Etage of the Kurhaus
This classic live music event is a Baden-Baden tradition: starting at 3:30 p.m., guests gather on the upper floor of the Kurhaus to enjoy swing music, oldies, and social dancing. The admission price includes tea, coffee, and cake, allowing visitors to relax, chat, and dance in good company—just like in days gone by.
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| "The World of John Neumeier" – Sign above the B500 in Baden-Baden; photo: Helga Waess (press photo) |
"The World of John Neumeier"
From October 1 to 11, a banner spanning the B500 (Black Forest High Road) at the entrance to Baden-Baden invites the public to discover "The World of John Neumeier."
The master choreographer has curated the spa town's current dance festival in collaboration with world-renowned companies. In a special exhibition, Neumeier showcases his life's work, featuring productions such as the legendary *Nijinsky* and various Russian ballets. The event also hosts outstanding state ballet companies at the Baden-Baden Festspielhaus, including the Bavarian State Ballet, the Hamburg Ballet, the Copenhagen Chamber Ballet, and the Ballet of La Scala, Milan.
After Tchaikovsky’s *Swan Lake*—performed by the Bavarian State Ballet—captivated the audience’s hearts last weekend with its set design and choreography, *The Nutcracker* (based on the fairy tale by E.T.A. Hoffmann) now takes the stage. John Neumeier’s adaptation offers a unique experience, with performers who truly touch the audience's hearts. The music, dance, set design, and the atmosphere of the hall all play their part, transporting the audience to another realm...
*The Nutcracker* with the Hamburg Ballet at the Festspielhaus
Anyone holding tickets for *The Nutcracker* will be eagerly anticipating this John Neumeier ballet at the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden.
Current performances:
Oct 9 / Oct 10 / Oct 11: *The Nutcracker*
Also featuring: The National Youth Ballet (Bundesjugendballett)
In Baden-Baden, the National Youth Ballet offers a glimpse into the promising future of classical dance...
Further information via the event organizer's website:
- www.festspielhaus.de/festivals/the-world-of-john-neumeier/
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| Neuschwanstein Castle in August 2026; press photo: Helga Waess |
In this blog post about
King Ludwig II’s fairytale castle:
A must-see for anyone visiting Germany! 75-MILLIONTH GUEST WELCOMED AT NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE. This UNESCO World Heritage site captivates around 1.1 million visitors every year.
Our article on Neuschwanstein Castle : (ITALIANO, ENGLISH, DEUTSCH, FRANÇAIS)
