Overview

• The festival drew an estimated 10,000 visitors on Saturday, matching last year’s turnout despite temperatures nearing 30 °C.
• Verein Elbhangfest volunteers kept Pillnitzer Landstraße open and canceled the traditional procession to comply with city terror-safety mandates.
• Mandatory rented barriers added about €12,000 in transport and setup costs, with organizers warning of up to €30,000 more if road closures had proceeded.
• Around 100 people joined a demonstration led by Hans-Jürgen Burkhardt protesting high security fees with banners reading “Keine Macht dem Terror” and “Ohne Knete keine Fete.”
• Over 250 events across hundreds of stands, including yoga sessions and a breakdance competition by Eure Freshness Crew, highlighted the festival’s diverse offerings.