789 Years of City Rights in Gera: Anniversary weekend in the city center

Gera celebrates 789 years of city rights – Three days full of love for the city

From October 2 to 4, 2026, the Gera city center will transform into a large festive mile. In the context of the 35th Gera Höhlerfest, the city's anniversary will be celebrated with stages, market stalls, a family program, and a Sunday with shopping – an event experience for all generations.

Historical parade and pure city feeling

On Sunday, October 4, 2026, the grand historical parade will pass through the city center. Clubs, businesses, and partners will merge history and present in impressive images. The audience's mood along the route supports the parade – bustling activity, applause, shining eyes.

From Puschkinplatz to Zschochernplatz – the city center becomes a stage

The festive mile stretches from Puschkin and Museumsplatz through Markt and Sorge to Große Kirchstraße and Zschochernplatz. Several stages, culinary delights, crafts, and regional vendors create a lively event atmosphere. Short distances, open spaces, urban flair – ideal for families and groups of friends.

Organization and event management – safe, diverse, welcoming

As the organizer, the city of Gera focuses on thoughtful event planning and target group communication: family-friendly offerings, urban cultural moments, and barrier-free paths in the city center. The experienced Höhlerfest organization team ensures clear visitor guidance, program diversity, and smooth processes.

Voices of the fans

The reactions on the internet are clear: The anniversary excites visitors.

• Facebook: 'This will be an unforgettable weekend – Gera shows heart!'
• Facebook: 'Parade and stages – the perfect mix for the whole family.'

Conclusion

Three days of city experience in the heart of Gera: free, approachable, full of highlights. If you love experiencing city history live, stage moments, and sociable togetherness, mark October 2 to 4, 2026, boldly in your calendar – and experience Gera in a grand anniversary mode.

Official channels of the city of Gera:

• Instagram: No official profile found
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StadtGera
• YouTube: No official profile found
• TikTok: No official profile found

Sources:

• City of Gera – Event: 789 Years of City Rights
• City of Gera – Höhlerfest
• OTZ – Program and info about Höhlerfest
• Neues Gera – Announcement of the city's official Facebook channel