When does the 12th Gilchinger Art and Culture Week take place?

The culture week takes place from October 9 to 25, 2026, in the municipality of Gilching.

What events are included in the program?

The program includes concerts, theater, readings, exhibitions, film screenings, lectures, workshops, and participatory offers.

Is there an entrance fee for the Gilchinger Art and Culture Week?

The culture week is generally free of charge. Entrance fees may apply for individual concerts, readings, or special events.

Are there offers for children and teenagers?

Yes. Children and teenagers aged three to 16 can participate in a participatory exhibition on the theme of cohesion. The community artwork will be unveiled on October 25, 2026, at the Town Hall.

Where does the culture week take place?

The events take place at numerous locations within the municipality of Gilching, including the Town Hall, the adult education center, the municipal library, and other cultural venues.

What is the motto of the Culture Week 2026?

The motto of the 12th Gilchinger Art and Culture Week is Together.WORK.

Gilching becomes a stage: Art, music, and encounters at the Culture Festival 2026

Name: 12th Gilchinger Art and Culture Week
Start: 2026-10-09
End: 2026-10-25T23:59:00+01:00
Location: Gemeindegebiet Gilching

12th Gilchinger Art and Culture Week: Together.WORK in Gilching

From October 9 to 25, 2026, Gilching will transform into an open stage for art, music, theater, literature, and encounters. Under the motto "Together.WORK", the municipality of Gilching, in collaboration with local cultural creators, invites everyone to a diverse multi-day experience for all generations.

A festival that connects Gilching

The 12th Gilchinger Art and Culture Week brings culture to the entire municipality area. Numerous venues will become meeting points for creative ideas, personal encounters, and shared experiences. The program connects local initiatives with artists from beyond the region and creates a vibrant community spirit in the heart of the municipality.

Music, theater, literature, and visual arts

The lineup ranges from concerts and theater productions to readings, exhibitions, film screenings, lectures, workshops, and interactive participatory offers. Kicking off on Friday, October 9, is a concert with GANKINO CIRCUS and the program "The Opposite of Rock’n’Roll". Music, humor, and playfulness come together in an unusual blend of rock’n’roll, village life, tradition, and modernity.

Culture for participation for all generations

A special focus is placed on cultural participation. Children and teenagers between the ages of three and 16 can participate in a participatory exhibition on the theme of cohesion. From the individual pictures, a large community artwork will be created, which will be unveiled on October 25 during the Children's and Youth Culture Day at the Town Hall.

Encounters on many stages

The festival atmosphere is created not only during the main events but also in conversations, open studios, exhibitions, and workshops. Visitors will experience a decentralized cultural festival with short distances between different formats, personal closeness to the cultural creators, and a diverse dramaturgy over more than two weeks.

Conclusion: Experience culture together live

The 12th Gilchinger Art and Culture Week transforms Gilching into a diverse cultural space and shows how powerful collective engagement can be. Those who want to experience music, art, theater, literature, and creative encounters in an open festival atmosphere will find a varied program for the entire family from October 9 to 25, 2026.