Gaufest 2026: Ten days of festival magic take over Nußdorf am Inn


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Gaufest 2026 in Nußdorf am Inn: Ten days full of traditional costumes, music and real festival meadow magic
From July 9 to July 19, 2026, the GTEV Alpenrose Nußdorf e.V. will transform the Nußdorf festival meadow into a vibrant center of Bavarian traditions. The 106th Gaufest of the Bavarian Inngau Trachten Association is under the motto 'Mit Frei(n)d dabei' and brings together brass music, folk dances, traditional costume culture, and a strong sense of community. According to event and festival information, admission is free. ([trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de](https://www.trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de/gaufest-2026/))
A festival between beer tapping, homeland evening, and folk music
The opening sets the tone: On Thursday, July 9, 2026, the festival week begins with a hearty beer tapping. This is followed by the Gau homeland evening, the main festival day with the actual Gaufest, pork knuckle meal, seniors' afternoon, children's program, alpine folk music evening, Schnoizer meeting, brass music evening, and the beer and wine festival on Saturday. The finale will take place on July 19, 2026, with the Gaudirndldrehn featuring a traditional costume and crafts market. ([trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de](https://www.trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de/gaufest-2026/))
Tradition with depth and regional radiance
The Gaufest is organized by the GTEV Alpenrose Nußdorf e.V., a traditional costume association that will also celebrate its 130th anniversary in 2026. This makes the event much more than just a point on the festival calendar: Here, club history, lived tradition, and the energy of an entire region come together. For visitors, it creates a multi-day experience with festival tent atmosphere, traditional costume culture, and authentic Inngau tradition. ([trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de](https://www.trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de/gaufest-2026/))
Access and grounds: Nußdorf focuses on clear pathways
The municipality of Nußdorf am Inn is reachable via the A93, exit Brannenburg. By train, you can reach Brannenburg, and then continue by taxi; the RVO bus 9490 also runs from Rosenheim. The grounds are located at the Nußdorf festival meadow, with parking instructions in the area of Leonhardiweg 19, 83131 Nußdorf am Inn. This makes access for guests from Chiemgau and the surrounding area easily manageable. ([nussdorf.de](https://www.nussdorf.de/tourismus-und-freizeit/service/anreise))
Music, traditions, and family moments
The program showcases the full range of the Gaufest: from brass and folk music to children's participation activities and performances by youth and active groups. It is precisely this mix that creates the appeal, as the festival does not just stand still for one evening but unfolds its effects over many days. Those seeking traditional costume life, community, and authentic festival atmosphere will find here an event with character. ([trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de](https://www.trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de/gaufest-2026/))
Conclusion: A summer date for all who want to experience tradition live
The Gaufest 2026 in Nußdorf am Inn combines tradition, music, and regional identity into a warm, vibrant festival meadow experience. Those who want to not only see but feel traditional costume culture will experience here ten days full of encounters, music, and authentic festival tent culture. Mark your calendar now and experience the festival week live. ([trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de](https://www.trachtenverein-nussdorf-inn.de/gaufest-2026/))
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