Dead or Alive Poetry Slam

We make the stage of the city library shake – with a literary competition in a class of its own, the Dead or Alive Poetry Slam. This special form of verbal duel is quite rightly called the supreme discipline of the poetry slam. Actors and actresses slip into the roles of deceased writers and try to compete with the best poetry slammers in the German-speaking world. Do the works of the great writers from the afterlife, such as Joseph Victor von Scheffel, still stand a chance against some of the strongest texts of contemporary stage poetry? Or will they be immediately sent back to the grave by the public’s vote? In the end, the audience will decide who will come out on top in this duel.

1st Radolfzell Film Festival

In 2026, Radolfzell celebrates its 1200th anniversary – and at the same time launches
with a new cultural highlight: the
FILMFESTIVAL RADOLFZELL! In September, the KFZ –
Kunst für Zukunft will become an urban cinema venue. The focus of the
first edition of the festival is on young people and their stories
– told in professional short films by young filmmakers:
inside. Talks, an award ceremony and a film party complete
the program. Organized by director Teresa
Renn and producer Patrick Merkle, in a cooperation between
the Kulturbüro Radolfzell and the KFZ – Kunst für Zukunft,
, the festival offers a forum for young perspectives –
and a cinematic experience for all generations.

Location: KFZ – Art for the Future, Friedrich-Werber-Str. 13 + 15, 78315 Radolfzell

Night of the Radolfzell companies reloaded

At the “Night of Radolfzell companies reloaded” event, the town becomes an experience space: companies supporting the town’s anniversary open their doors and offer exciting insights into their working world – both on the respective company premises and in the town center. The participating companies invite visitors to take part in a variety of activities, including plays, guided tours and exclusive glimpses behind the scenes. Visitors have the opportunity to get to know places that are otherwise not open to the public – an ideal opportunity to get to know companies better as potential employers. The various stations are connected by a free shuttle bus. Those who prefer to be sporty can also explore the event by bike – thanks to the support of Zweirad Joos, which is providing free rental bikes. The program is rounded off by artistic and cultural contributions at the various locations. The combination of business, culture and creative impulses makes the event a special experience for the whole city.

20th Radolfzell Herb Market

The Radolfzell herb market offers a wide range of herbs. This naturally includes herbal and aromatic plants for the balcony or garden as well as matching pots, garden ceramics, wind chimes, floral workpieces and other decorative trends. Delicacies made from herbs are also a must, including liqueurs, syrups, oils, pesto and spices. Gourmets can also look forward to honey, mustard creations and game specialties.

Herbs are not only used in the kitchen, but also have a beneficial effect on body and soul. At the Radolfzell herbal market, you can buy fragrant rose, lavender and Swiss stone pine cushions, ointments and drops with active ingredients based on herbs, as well as baths and aromatic oils.

For the 20th time, visitors can enjoy the day with all their senses around the concert sail and celebrate the start of the Herb Weeks on Lake Constance in a relaxed atmosphere.

Further information on the program will follow at the beginning of 2026.

Heart for children

While the parents shop, the children – divided into three age groups – can complete a play course : Around the weekly market, right up to the seemaxx Outlet Center, there are numerous hands-on stations where skill, balance, sense of touch and a little bit of luck are required. It’s all about taking part – every child who successfully completes at least 8 stations receives a certificate, a small prize and qualifies for the prize draw, where they can win other great prizes.

Further information will follow in mid-2026.

Radolfzell movie nights

The Radolfzell movie nights mean pure summer feeling! In a unique setting directly on the shores of Lake Constance, Radolfzell is transformed into a special kind of open-air cinema at the end of July.

Between starry skies and water, visitors can enjoy the latest movie highlights in a relaxed atmosphere. The films are selected in advance by the public via an online vote.

Tickets are available from mid-June 2026 at the Radolfzell Tourist Information Office. Remaining tickets are available at the box office if available.

Further information on the next movie nights in 2026 will follow soon.