Party in Erfurt

Parties in Erfurt - Thuringia's capital dances between Krämerbrücke and Kulturbahnhof

Erfurt is one of the most beautiful old towns in Germany, that's no secret. Half-timbered houses, the Krämerbrücke bridge, the cathedral on the hill and a university in the middle that keeps the city young and lively. But what many people underestimate: When the lights come on at the Krämerbrücke in the evening and the alleyways of the old town fill up, Erfurt turns into a real party night destination. The club scene in the Thuringian capital is colorful, varied and has the right spot for every taste. The calendar of events makes it clear every weekend: there is always something going on in Erfurt, from chart parties to techno, from Latin beats to afterwork. One of the best-known and most reliable addresses is the Presseklub on Dalbergsweg, right in the heart of the city and easily accessible on foot, by bike or train. Open on Fridays and Saturdays from 21:30, with a changing program of singles and flirt parties, Latino summer beats and atmospheric cocktail nights. The Presseklub has been an integral part of Erfurt's nightlife for years and has a crowd that knows why they come back. If you like it a little more chic, the Club Palais not far from the Krämerbrücke is the place to be: The disco is particularly popular with the after-work party crowd, regularly features international guest DJs, has a casual-chic dress code and provides a dance floor that rarely remains empty with black music, house and charts. The Cosmopolar directly on the Anger is the place for anyone who doesn't want to think twice: Charts, dance, electro, hip-hop and R'n'B, plus themed parties that change every weekend and a modern light installation that sets the scene for the whole floor. Perfect for spontaneous evenings without a big plan. The Kalif Storch at Kulturbahnhof Zughafen is the first port of call for all those who like it more subversive and culturally aware: The club is considered one of the most independent and unconventional in Erfurt and brings together a crowd that is all about partying and not about being seen. If you are in Erfurt in September 2025 or later, you should also keep an eye on the newly opened Stadtgarten: After a long closure and extensive modernization, the historic location will reopen in September 2025 for concerts, dance events and special evenings where the historic substance of the building has been preserved. The great thing about Erfurt is that the party scene and the historic old town are not competitors, but enrich each other. You can start an evening in one of Germany's most beautiful city centers and end it on a dance floor with really good sound. Find your next event in Erfurt in the event calendar and come to the Thuringian capital.