Die Ärzte announced as first Open Flair 2027 headliner

At midnight going into 9 August 2026 the organisers confirmed Die Ärzte as the first headliner for Open Flair 2027 — a first in the festival's history, announced while the current edition was still running. The 43rd Open Flair takes place from 4 to 8 August 2027 in Eschwege. Presale opens at midnight going into Monday, 10 August 2026: the first 1,000 tickets cost EUR 119, online and in front of the E-Werk. Regular tickets follow at EUR 179.

What this update means

This update adds 1 artists to the confirmed programme. festivalpilot currently lists 1 artists for Open Flair Festival 2027. The announcement also shows how the identity and musical direction of the 2027 edition are taking shape.

The current planning status

Confirmed artists: 1
Stages: —
Timetable: Not published yet

The full timetable has not been published yet. Further lineup waves, the day split and exact set times may follow. The festival page brings the latest confirmed information together.

Festival at a glance

Dates: Aug 4–8, 2027
Location: Eschwege, Hesse
Season: 2027

Artists in this update

Die Ärzte
Punk Rock · Rock
The self-proclaimed “best band in the world” from Berlin has shaped German punk rock since the 80s. Bela B, Farin Urlaub and Rod González deliver hits like “Schrei nach Liebe” and legendary, humour-filled live shows.