Get ready for the ultimate gathering of Mercedes-Benz and smart enthusiasts at the 16th SCHÖNE STERNE® Festival! This premier event, held on August 29-30, 2026, at the LWL-Museum Henrichshütte in Hattingen/Ruhr, Germany, welcomes all models, from classics and youngtimers to AMGs and tuned vehicles. Join an expected crowd of 15,000 visitors from across Europe for a weekend celebrating the passion for the three-pointed star.
Prepare for an immersive experience where the entire Mercedes-Benz and smart community comes together. The festival is open to all vehicle types and proudly welcomes clubs, forums, and interest groups from the Mercedes scene. No pre-registration is needed; simply drive in and become part of the spectacle. The event features a dynamic program including vehicle presentations, insightful discussions on vehicle care and tuning, and a grand trophy ceremony on Sunday. It's a unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, showcase your beloved vehicle, and celebrate the rich heritage and future of Mercedes-Benz.
Details
- Date: August 29-30, 2026
- Time: Participant vehicle entry from 9:30 AM, Visitor ticket offices open at 10:00 AM daily
- Venue: LWL-Museum Henrichshütte, Werksstraße 31-33, 45527 Hattingen, Germany
- Organizer: unknown
- Entry/Price: Participant tickets (per vehicle incl. driver) €20/day or €37.50/weekend (pre-sale), €20/day (at gate). Additional passengers (16+) €15/day. Visitor tickets (16+) €15/day (pre-sale & at gate). Children/youth under 16 free with adult. Museum entry included.
- Highlights: Open to all Mercedes-Benz models (classic, youngtimer, AMG, tuned) and smart cars, clubs, forums, IGs welcome, no pre-registration required, vehicle presentations, discussions on care/tuning, trophy ceremony, expected 15,000 visitors.
Find more details and updates on the official event page.