From October 8 to 12, 2025, Chemnitz belongs to young ideas. At the Betonblühen Festival, young people from Chemnitz will show just how loud, creative and diverse their city can be. Five days full of concerts, art, discussions and hands-on activities await you - completely free of charge and at the city's best locations.

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The program

Wednesday, 08.10. - ROOTS - OstVISION Conference of the German Children and Youth Foundation
OstVISION is the conference for your future in the East. With talks, panels & group formats. Join the discussion, help shape it.

Thursday, 09.10. - BREAK - Sport & literature across the city
Flash mobs, pop-up events, sport, poetry slams and readings across Chemnitz.

Friday, 10.10. - SPROUT- Art, DIY & Cinema
Workshops, exhibitions and film screenings at Weltecho & Museum Gunzenhauser.

Saturday, 11.10. - BLOOM - Music & Party (with im:puls - Saxon Night of Youth Cultures)
Jam sessions, open airs, club nights - including at transit, Atomino & off-locations.

Sunday, 12.10. - AFTERBLOOM - flea market & hangout
Art flea market, interactive games, chilling out and closing at Atomino.

The festival is organized by young people for young people as part of the CREATE.U youth programme.