Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Die sogenannten Pausenmusiker zum ersten Mal auf den Balkon des Festspielhauses

The Bayreuth Festival wishes all friends, interested parties, sponsors, and business partners near and far a Merry Christmas, relaxing holidays, and health, happiness, and much success for the new year!

From December 23, 2009, to January 6, 2010, inclusive, the various departments of the festival will remain closed.

Guided tours will take place as usual during this period: Tuesday to Sunday at 10 AM and 2 PM, on December 24 and 31 only at 10 AM. Please note: No guided tours will take place on December 25 and January 1!