Palazzo Festival 2026: Irish & Scottish Folk Night brings Regensburg to life

Event: Palazzo-Festival 2026 - Irish & Scottish Folk Night in Thon-Dittmer-Palais - Arkadenhof, Haidplatz 8, 93047 Regensburg on 31. July 2026

Date and Time

31. July 2026 19:30

Location

Thon-Dittmer-Palais
Haidpl. 8, 93047 Regensburg, Deutschland

Price

17,00

About this Event

FestivalsConcerts

Mood

Festive

Venue Type

Inside

Irish and Scottish folk under the arcades: The Palazzo Festival enchants Regensburg

On July 31, 2026, the arcade courtyard of the Thon-Dittmer-Palais transforms into a stage for Celtic folk, summer evening vibes, and real festival atmosphere. At the Palazzo Festival - Irish & Scottish Folk Night, captivating live melodies meet a historical ambiance in the heart of Regensburg's old town.

An evening with folk depth and vibrant festival culture

The Palazzo Festival has been regarded as one of Regensburg's summer cultural highlights for years, according to the city's tourism and event information. The series focuses on musical diversity, strong concert evenings, and the special charm of the Thon-Dittmer-Palais, whose arcade courtyard is appreciated for its outstanding acoustics. Here, Irish-Scottish folk music unfolds its special effect: warm, direct, and close to the audience. ([tourismus.regensburg.de](https://tourismus.regensburg.de/fileadmin/user_upload/08_Prospekte_Downloads/EN/RTG_Music_Walk_EN_01.pdf?utm_source=openai))

Matching Ties and An Smeòrach bring Celtic feeling to the heart of the old town

For this evening, Matching Ties and An Smeòrach are announced as two acts that weave traditional string instruments, flutes, violin, harmonica, bagpipes, accordion, and bodhrán into a multifaceted folk sound. An Smeòrach describes itself as an interpretation of traditional Scottish songs and melodies; together, they create an evening that lives on melancholy, a desire to dance, and musical precision. ([regensburg.de](https://www.regensburg.de/suche/palazzo%2Bfestival?utm_source=openai))

Historical venue, open summer air, strong acoustics

The arcade courtyard of the Thon-Dittmer-Palais is located directly at Haidplatz in the center of the old town and is considered one of the most beautiful concert venues in the city. The historical setting, open architecture, and good sound create a special closeness between the stage and the audience. This makes the Palazzo Festival a multi-day experience with a clear signature: high-quality curated, urban, summery, and with a strong sense of community. ([regensburg-news.de](https://www.regensburg-news.de/en/events/festivals/palazzo-festival-irish-scottish-folk-night-26070320360444?utm_source=openai))

Tickets, price, and festival details

According to the city's event overview, the advance sale price for this evening is 17 euros, at the box office it is 20 euros. The program starts on July 31, 2026, at 7:30 PM and ends at 10:00 PM. Several concert evenings are scheduled for the Palazzo Festival 2026; the series runs from July 28 to August 9, 2026. There are no camping, shuttle, or festival camping options available for this city center format, as the event takes place in the historical city center. ([regensburg.de](https://www.regensburg.de/suche/20/54?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: Celtic folk, old town flair, and a summer evening with character

Those who want to experience Regensburg's summer culture at its most elegant will find an evening full of atmosphere, handmade music, and architectural charm here. The Irish & Scottish Folk Night combines festival character with concert proximity and creates a desire for a live evening that resonates long after. Now mark the date and experience the Palazzo Festival in the old town live.

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