Popular German singer Mark Forster has been announced as the latest major act for Festival Schloss Kapfenburg 2026, with his concert scheduled for Sunday, August 2. Official ticket sales for the highly anticipated performance will begin this Friday, marking another significant addition to the festival's lineup at one of Germany's most beautiful outdoor venues.
Forster's musical catalog spans generations, featuring beloved hits from "Übermorgen" and "Chöre" to "194 Länder" and "Au Revoir." Following numerous sold-out tours and chart successes, the acclaimed artist is set to return to Germany's major open-air stages in 2026. His upcoming performance will take place at Schloss Kapfenburg, renowned as one of the country's most stunning outdoor concert locations.
The International Music School Academy Cultural Center Schloss Kapfenburg Foundation emphasized Forster's artistic integrity in their event announcement. "He stands for clear songs, genuine emotions, and uncompromising authenticity," the foundation stated. This commitment to artistic authenticity sets Forster apart in an era where many artists chase quick trends and social media viral moments.
Forster's concert will showcase both his classic hits and newest material, including recent singles "Zeitmaschine" (Time Machine) and "Rettest Du Mich" (Do You Save Me). According to the foundation, these tracks demonstrate the artist's evolution, showing him "older and younger at the same time – older in the depth of his lyrics and younger in the radicality of his sound." This duality represents the core fascination of Forster's artistic appeal.
The foundation described "Zeitmaschine" as "like a letter to one's own self," characterizing the single as introspective, visionary, and deeply moving. "Rettest Du Mich" continues this innovative sound direction, incorporating distorted textures, distinctive drum kits, and modern production techniques. The result creates an exciting blend of pop, indie, and electronic music that "gets under your skin and is particularly captivating live."
Concert-goers can expect an evening filled with memorable moments that blend euphoria, contemplation, and Forster's signature ability to feel "approachable, authentic, and timeless." The venue will open its doors at 6:00 PM, with festival dining options available and a special performance by the Bopfingen Town Band on the garden stage.
Tickets for the Mark Forster concert range from €81.95 for standing room to €95.35 for seated tickets. Limited children's tickets are available starting at €62.31. All tickets can be purchased online at www.schloss-kapfenburg.de or through authorized ticket outlets. The same venues are also selling tickets for Sarah Connor's concert on Wednesday, July 29, adding to the festival's impressive 2026 lineup.
