Midsummer Festival at HEX

On June 20th and 21st, the HEX Adventure World transforms into a gathering place for families, friends, and anyone looking to enjoy Swedish Midsummer flair, the traditional Hackespänchen festival, and the legendary world of the Harz mountains. Look forward to two days filled with music, regional specialties, a magical atmosphere, and the very first stair run at the Witch's Broom Tower.

Date
Saturday, June 20, 2026 Sunday, June 21, 2026
Time
10:00 AM – 11:59 PM 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location
HEX Adventure World, Rothesütte
Recommended for
Families, groups

Experience Midsummer in the Harz

Tug-of-war, stair run & summer disco
  • Beer garden & large festival tent
  • Hexpress with Midsummer specialties
  • Children's program & interactive activities
  • Tug-of-war & nail driving contest
  • Stair run at the world's largest witch's broom
  • DJ & disco from 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: Morning pint with brass music from 10:00 AM
  • Sunday: Traditional firewood auction

CULINARY
LOOK FORWARD TO

  • Live music & folk band in the evening
  • Medieval beer garden
  • XXL grill station & Harz specialties
  • Children's program & interactive activities
  • Axe throwing & archery
  • Witch's bonfire at sunset
  • Strolling performers & mystical characters
  • Photo spots & immersive experience areas

CULINARY
LOOK FORWARD TO

  • Live music & folk band in the evening
  • Medieval beer garden
  • XXL grill station & Harz specialties
  • Children's program & interactive activities
  • Axe throwing & archery
  • Witch's bonfire at sunset
  • Strolling performers & mystical characters
  • Photo spots & immersive experience areas

Stair run at the Witch's Broom Tower

🏃 Saturday | Start: 6:00 PM

For the first time, as part of the Midsummer Festival, the Stair Run at the Witch's Broom Tower will take place.

  • ‍Teams of 3 people
  • Maximum 11 teams
  • €11 entry fee per team
  • Bib pickup by 5:30 PM at the Magic Shop
  • Register with your team name, as well as the names and dates of birth of all participants, at info@hex-erlebniswelt.de

If you aren't afraid of a workout and some elevation gain, you'll be rewarded with a fantastic view over the South Harz. Sign up quickly – spots are limited!

Tug-of-War

Pull, cheer, and get in on the excitement — six teams from the Harz region test their strength in the big tug-of-war.

Coffee & Cake

Feast, chat, and enjoy — coffee and cake at long Midsummer tables in the festival tent.

Flower crown making

Pick, weave, wear — create your own flower crown, the classic Swedish Midsummer accessory for all ages.

Face painting

Paint, transform, shine — our face painting station turns little guests into witches, trolls, and Midsummer spirits.

Food & Drink

Magical food and drinks — a culinary experience worthy of the celebration.

Stair run

Run up, slide down, cheer on — eleven teams of three will compete for the best time at the 1st Stair Run at the world's largest witch's broom.