Friday: Warm-up with Exhibition and Theater

Friday, 11/14. From 5:30 pm, an exhibition with city motifs opens in the foyer of the large hall on Kulmbacher Straße—ideal as a visual start and meeting point to make plans.

From 6:00 pm, the university invites you to a science evening with impulses and talks. If you then want to move onto literature, at 7:30 pm there will be a Jean Paul production at the theater on Kulmbacher Straße—closely linked to the regional identity and a harmonious start to the cultural weekend.

Pro tip: Arrive early, avoid waiting times, secure the best seats. Check bus times for the way home in advance.

Saturday Morning: Weekly Market, City Tour & Concert at Kirchplatz

Saturday, 11/15. Starts indulgently: The weekly market at Maxplatz (morning) offers cream cheese, sausage specialties, seasonal fruit, and breads—perfect for a second breakfast and short chats with producers.

At 10:30, a culinary city walk starts at the town hall fountain through alleys, stories, and tastes. Why do some places smell of spices, bread, or beer for centuries—you'll hear and taste it.

Almost at the same time, at 10:45, the Jean Paul memorial concert sounds in an inner city church at Kirchplatz—a quiet, focused start for music lovers.

• Morning plan: Market from 9:00—10:30 city tour (start: town hall fountain)—10:45 memorial concert (Kirchplatz). All routes reachable on foot.

Saturday: Afternoon between Beer Tour and Family

At 5:30 pm, the beer tour starts at the town hall fountain through the old town—a thematic city tour for connoisseurs. Here, the riddle from the start is solved: The smell of freshly roasted malt accompanies the route; brewing culture and city history are closely linked in Hof.

Family alternative: At 5:00 pm, a roller skating family show begins in a gym on Jahnstraße—movement, music, colorful costumes, close to the action and suitable for children.

• Afternoon plan: 5:00 pm roller skating or 5:30 pm beer tour; both end in time for the evening program.

Saturday Evening: Theater, Oratorio and Big Concert

At 7:30 pm, the curtain rises at the theater for a comic oratorio after "The Life of Brian"—clever quotes, between satire and musical seriousness.

At the same time, at 8:00 pm in the large hall on Kulmbacher Straße, a tribute show with hits of a Swedish pop legend takes place. Lots of nostalgia, melodies to dance to—listed as a top recommendation in regional calendars, so arrive early.

• Evening plan 1: 7:30 pm oratorio at the theater—a short end to the evening in the old town.
• Evening plan 2: 8:00 pm tribute show—for anyone who wants to end Saturday with rhythm and lights.

Tip: Book early to stay flexible (secure theater seats, check for late entry at the show).

Sunday: Reading Festival Finale, Martinsmarkt and Tranquil Paths

Sunday, 11/16. is devoted to stories: The literature festival "The Dark Side" runs until the evening—readings and talks in the city and surrounding area. Plan compactly: two program points, a walk in between.

From 12:00 pm, a Martinsmarkt opens on a school campus. Lanterns, crafts, cuisine—cozy, family-friendly, weatherproof. Perfect for small gifts and a relaxed time with the family.

As a red thread: reading in the morning—market at noon—closing event in the afternoon. Varied without any rush.

All-Time Highlights: Excursion Tips for Theresienstein & Lake

At your own pace: The municipal park Theresienstein is among the most beautiful parks in the region—with sight lines and pavilions. A gentle loop of 60–90 minutes provides tranquility and fresh air.

The Untreusee is the second guaranteed highlight: lakeside paths, water views, sometimes spectacular reflections depending on the time of day. Botanical garden for plant fans; the zoo complements the family program.

• Sunday route, gentle: Theresienstein—café stop—botanical garden.
• Sunday route, active: Untreusee circuit—zoo—reading festival finale.

Voices from the Region (Theater Hof)

Service & Planning: How to Make the Hof Weekend Work

Confirmed highlights (Sat 11/15 / Sun 11/16): Tribute show (Sat 8:00 pm), comic oratorio at the theater (Sat 7:30 pm), literature festival "The Dark Side" (until Sun), weekly market at Maxplatz (Sat morning), exhibition in the foyer (Fri from 5:30 pm), culinary city walk (Sat 10:30 am), beer tour (Sat 5:30 pm), Jean Paul memorial concert (Sat 10:45 am), roller figure skating family show (Sat 5:00 pm), Martinsmarkt (Sun from 12:00 pm).

• Tickets & Times: Popular theater and concert dates fill up quickly. Book early, arrive 30 minutes in advance.
• Clothing: Dress for the weather for city tours and lake walks; wear non-slip shoes. In winter: scarf, in summer: sun protection.
• Public transportation & parking: Plan arrivals/departures with buffer time. Around Kulmbacher Straße, it's best to arrive early.
• Snacks & Water: The weekly market is ideal for provisions; fill a reusable bottle.
• Family: Schedule child-friendly breaks (playground stop in the park; short detour to the zoo).
• Accessibility: Ask organizer directly about individual access (e.g., seat, entry).

Quick-check locations (for orientation/verification):

• Theater Hof — Kulmbacher Str. 5, 95030 Hof: check tickets & program.
• Maxplatz (weekly market, Sat mornings) — central location, within walking distance.
• Rathausbrunnen (start of city tours) — old town, short distances.
• Kirchplatz (memorial concert) — inner city, within walking distance from Maxplatz.

Weekend Overview (Fri 11/14 – Sun 11/16)

• Friday: 5:30 pm exhibition (foyer, Kulmbacher Straße) – 6:00 pm science evening (university) – 7:30 pm Jean Paul production at the theater.
• Saturday: Weekly market at Maxplatz (morning) – 10:30 am culinary city walk (start town hall fountain) – 10:45 am Jean Paul memorial concert (Kirchplatz) – 5:00 pm roller figure skating (Jahnstraße) or 5:30 pm beer tour – evening 7:30 pm oratorio at the theater and 8:00 pm tribute show in the hall.
• Sunday: Finale of the reading festival "The Dark Side" – from 12:00 pm Martinsmarkt (school campus) – quiet rounds: Theresienstein, Untreusee, botanical garden, zoo.

Conclusion: This weekend in Hof combines culture, culinary delights, and nature. Whether reading festival or concert, theater or market, city tour or walk—everyone will find their own rhythm here.

Sources & Further Links

Please check times/venues daily with the organizers. Selected references for verification and planning:

1. Theater Hof – Official Website — Schedule, Tickets (accessed 2025-11-13)
2. Hof University – Official Website — Events, campus info (accessed 2025-11-13)
3. Theater Hof – Google Maps — Location, reviews (accessed 2025-11-13)
4. Maxplatz Hof – Google Maps — Location, market setting (accessed 2025-11-13)
5. Rathausbrunnen Hof – Google Maps — Meeting point for tours (accessed 2025-11-13)
6. Kirchplatz Hof – Google Maps — Concert venue in the area (accessed 2025-11-13)
7. Theresienstein – Google Maps — Park paths, orientation (accessed 2025-11-13)
8. Untreusee – Google Maps — Lakeside paths, parking (accessed 2025-11-13)
9. Botanical Garden Hof – Google Maps — Location, opening time info (accessed 2025-11-13)
10. Zoo Hof – Google Maps — Location, visitor info (accessed 2025-11-13)