Kassel in June: music, art and the great Hercules spectacle!

Kassel in June: music, art and the great Hercules spectacle!

In Kassel there is a lot to experience on June 18, 2025! From exciting concerts to interesting exhibitions, the city has something on offer for every taste. If you are enthusiastic about art, you can look forward to the opening of the exhibition "What remains" with Irene Silbermann in the Augustinum, which starts at 4:30 p.m. and does not cost any entrance fee. In the evening hours you can relax at the international music project "Salon Music" in the Sandershaus from 5:30 p.m.

For fans of harder sounds, there are several options from 8:00 p.m.: In the gold pit, "Wormrot + Bleachdrinker" are on the program, admission price is 20.26 euros. If you like it a little more groovy, you should visit Groove T in the Sandershaus, where the entry is between 8 and 14 euros. And that's not all: in the cultural beer garden there is a concert with the trio "Pao, Darren, Leo" at the same time.

cultural diversity unfold

But Kassel not only offers music! At 6:30 p.m. there will be a tour of the "Cartoons after work" in the Caricatura. Saskia Wagner will bring the world of cartoons closer to the guests; Participation costs 12 euros including a drink. In addition, those interested in literature can follow the exchange about his work "Picnic in the Dark" at 7:30 p.m.

Also for those who want to develop personally, offers are available. At 6:30 p.m., a free workshop for non -violent communication starts in community library. Here the participants can learn how to communicate better in conflict situations.

The fascination of the Hercules

When it comes to cultural heritage, the Hercules in Kassel cannot be overlooked. This impressive stone statue is of great importance for the city. It rises over a 1.5 km long cascade system and is crowned by the 8.20 m high statue of the Hercules. The client was Landgrave Karl von Hessen-Kassel, who planned the octagon between 1700 and 1717, under the direction of the architect Giovanni Francesco Guerniero. Details about the Hercules and the opportunity to take part in tours can be found on the website of the city of Kassel. From the visitor platform at a height of 28.5 m you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the baroque park and the city.

The tours that take place around the Hercules last about an hour. For everyone who wants to immerse yourself deeper in history, there are various options, including the promotion to the statue itself. The fee for such guided tours is 80 euros per hour, including VAT, and the foreign language surcharge is 15 euros per hour.

discover and enjoy

The variety of events that Kassel has to offer makes the city an attractive goal for both residents and visitors. From concerts to exciting exhibition offers to interesting workshops - every day brings new opportunities to make the best of their free time. The city of Kassel is full of life, and today nobody should miss the chance to be part of this colorful culture! If you want to learn more about the events, the best thing to do HNA about current events.

whether solo, with friends or family - Kassel has something to offer for everyone!