25th Anniversary of the Spencerhill Festival
25 Years of Spencerhill Festival – The Anniversary!!!
2026 will be our year. We’re not only celebrating Bud Spencer and Terence Hill, but also 25 years of the Spencerhill Festival. We’re turning 2026 into the best year in the entire Spencerhill universe! We’ll celebrate as only we can – with cult movies, live music, and a whole lot of fun!
Once again, our motto is: “Den ganz großen Otto losmachen!”
At the beginning of September, the legendary Spencerhill Festival will take place in Germany – be part of it and experience the cult up close!
As club members, you can save a lot if you’re quick. The weekend ticket costs €90 if purchased in September, €100 in October, €110 in November, €120 in December, and €126 from January onwards. The regular price is €145. Each club member can purchase up to three tickets at the special rate. If that’s not worth it, what is? It’s our anniversary gift to you!
Not a member yet? For €15 per year, you can enjoy all the club benefits. Just visit the Bulldozers Club website.
2026 will be even bigger, even more spectacular, and even more legendary! The Spencerhill Festival continues to grow – on a larger site that can host almost unlimited visitors. You can look forward to a huge open-air stage with live music from legends of film music, cult movie screenings and the 360° Spencerhill Cinema Lounge, a spectacular parade of U.S. and movie cars with “police escort,” the second round of the Hector Games, and countless free attractions such as bumper cars and the Wild West Derby.
The Family Area with giant inflatables promises fun for all ages, while the large Spencerhill film poster gallery, the fan shops, and the Food Mile with everyone’s favorite snacks and drinks create a perfect festival atmosphere. Everything kicks off on Thursday with the warm-up party, and the celebration continues non-stop until the big Family Sunday!
Together with the city of Ilmenau, strong partners, and you – our most loyal fans – we’ll make 2026 unforgettable! Celebrate the cult with us – it will be a festival that shines brighter than the sun!
The Spencerhill Festival 2026 offers a program full of highlights. Experience live concerts with the legends of film music, cult Spencer/Hill movies, and exclusive VIP appearances with live connections and interviews. Look forward to the Hector Games and action-packed competitions such as arm wrestling, tug-of-war, and Bud’s Steamhammer Challenge.
Enjoy your favorite food in the large beer garden, taste St. Kilian Whisky, and discover free attractions such as the Wild West Derby and bumper cars. Be amazed by the largest U.S. and movie car parade through Ilmenau and the most iconic film cars on display in the park. Don’t miss the breathtaking knife-throwing show by the elephant whisperer “Trinity Marcel” and experience 360° reality audio in the Spencerhill Cinema Lounge. The Kids Area with giant inflatables ensures fun and excitement for the youngest visitors.
The festival opens
Thursday from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.,
Friday from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.,
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.,
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
As for ticket prices: Bulldozers Club members pay only €100 in October, €110 in November, €120 in December, and €126 from January 2026. Non-members pay €145 for the weekend ticket (Thu–Sun, 6 p.m.), €55 for Friday, €95 for Saturday, and €1 per year of age for children aged 1–16 – valid for the entire weekend. When you redeem your ticket, you’ll receive the usual festival wristband, which marks your valid access time.
The online presale remains open – from September 1, 2026, payments should be made via PayPal or credit card, or by showing proof of payment. At the evening box office, cash or card payments are accepted with an additional €3 fee.
Family Sunday
The Family Sunday – Kids’ Sunday ticket costs €25 (valid from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.), and children under 16 enter for free when accompanied by an adult. The Sunday program, featuring local bands, Spencer/Hill films, U.S. cars, and all free attractions, guarantees an entertaining visit for everyone – and is our way of saying thank you to the region!
Our Festival App – open it, add it to your home screen, and you’re ready to go!
Accommodation & Parking:
Ilmenau offers a wide range of accommodation options, as well as a camping area located very close to the festival site.
You can find a complete list here.
There will also be a shuttle service operating from the public parking areas, ensuring you reach the festival safely and comfortably.
Of course, the bus can’t stop everywhere — and definitely not all the way to the Maldives! ????
All detailed information can be found in the “Accommodation” section.
Getting there:
FESTHALLE Ilmenau
Festival AREAL
Naumannstraße 22
98693 Ilmenau