When does the concert start and when is entry?

The concert starts on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with entry starting at 3:30 PM.

How much do the tickets cost?

For symphony concerts by the Hof Symphony Orchestra, tickets are available starting from 31 euros, depending on the seat category.

Where does the New Year's concert take place?

In the partitioned Great Hall of the Freiheitshalle Hof, Kulmbacher Str. 4, 95030 Hof.

Are there parking options nearby?

Yes, numerous parking spaces are available at the Volksfestplatz and surrounding areas for visitors.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the Freiheitshalle is accessible with ground-level entrances, elevators, designated parking spaces, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms.

How long does the concert last?

The duration is not precisely stated by the organizer; plan for about two hours including a break, subject to change.

Hola 2026 in Hof: Spanish Fire with Hof Symphony Orchestra Ignites Hearts Live

Name: New Year's Concert of the Hof Symphony Orchestra – Hola 2026!
Start: 2026-01-06 17:00:00
End: 2026-01-06 17:00:00
Location: Freiheitshalle Hof

Hola 2026 in Hof: A New Year's Concert Full of Spanish Passion

The Hof Symphony Orchestra opens the year 2026 with sparks flying: Under the motto Hola 2026! Iberian temperament meets precise conducting and grand operatic colors. In the partitioned Great Hall of the Freiheitshalle Hof, soprano Leonor Bonilla and conductor Luis Toro Araya create a concert experience that combines rhythm, color, and elegance.

Warm Sounds

From the first phrase, a live atmosphere emerges: fiery orchestrations, warm string textures, pointed woodwinds, a transparent sound. The audience's mood grows with each piece as melodies from Spain bathe the hall in golden light.

Spanish Images in the Mind

The journey travels through Federico Chueca's La Gran Vía, Joaquín Turina's La oración del torero to Manuel de Falla's El amor brujo. Bizet's Carmen also adds dramatic accents. Bonilla's shining soprano meets the versatile stage performance of the Hof Symphony Orchestra.

Benchmark-Conducting

The Chilean conductor Luis Toro Araya, awarded in international competitions, shapes synchronization and dynamics with clear gestures. The balance between rhythmic drive and lyrical breadth allows each piece to breathe organically.

An Orchestra with Character

The Hof Symphony Orchestra has shaped the music scene in Upper Franconia since 1945. With chief conductor Martijn Dendievel and an active educational mission, they are considered a cultural lighthouse – from symphonies to crossover.

Conclusion

An energetic New Year's concert is expected, featuring grand gestures, a Mediterranean color palette, and approachable virtuosity. Those who want to start 2026 with musical joy should experience Hola 2026! live at the Freiheitshalle Hof.