Lingen celebrates 1050 years: parade and mega acts await you!

Lingen celebrates 1050 years: parade and mega acts await you!

The past weekend was all about the celebrations for “1050 ​​years of city history” by Lingen. According to the motto "Experience 1050 moments in the heart of Lingen", the city center of Lingen turned into a happy world of experience that was shaped by great interest and encouragement. On Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., young and old were able to enjoy the variety of the event. The big festival parade, which was transmitted live to NOZ.de

But the anniversary did not start on Sunday. Already on Friday and Saturday, June 20th and 21st, an exciting music program on the Lingen market square provided party atmosphere. Artists like the popular Anna-Maria Zimmermann, the cult band Munich Freiheit and the Entertainer Mickie Krause attracted numerous visitors from all over the region. On Saturday, Susan Albers, Tim Bendzko and Fury in the Slaughterhouse whirled over the stage, while DJ Outrage further fueled the celebration mood until the late hours. The entry times for the two festivals were each from 4 p.m., which gave visitors enough opportunity to immerse themselves in the anniversary atmosphere. According to regionalupdate.de contributed.

A look at city history

It is noteworthy that Lingen was able to celebrate one of the few city anniversaries in Germany that goes hand in hand with such historical depth. At 1050 years on the hump, the city in Lower Saxony is a significant part of regional identity and history. Compared to other cities, which are also an jubilee, such as Bad Salzungen or Neubrandenburg, Lingen stands out through its long tradition. The first documentary mention Lingen took place in 975, which reinforced the importance of the anniversary. Cities like Gelsenkirchen and Greifswald also experience their anniversaries this year, but with younger cities in the background. Staedtetag.de provides a good overview of another 2025 cities.

The joy over the past 1050 years has been celebrated by the citizens Lingen in a variety of ways. The event not only brought music and festive occasions, but also a strong community that sees itself rooted in city history. With a mixture of tradition and modern attitude to life, Lingen is ready to tackle the next few years with just as much enthusiasm and joie de vivre.