Event Operations

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Live Reenactments

Experience impressive performances at original locations that bring the story of the 16th-century Anabaptists to life — with authentic costumes and gripping storytelling.

Lectures

Discuss the legacy of the Schleitheim Anabaptists and its relevance today in interactive lectures with historians.

Cultural Activities

Take part in traditional music and culinary offerings that celebrate the heritage of the Schleitheim Anabaptists.

Festival Grounds

Food stalls offering predominantly local / Swiss specialties
"Schleitheim souvenir* with smaller, affordable works by local artists (prints)
Activities for local children and youth

A square image of an old parchment manuscript with handwritten German script, lying on a wooden table next to a quill and an inkwell. Soft natural light highlights the texture of the paper and conveys a sense of historical authenticity and reverence for the document.

First draft of the proposed festival grounds

Festival Activities

Stalls offering typical local cuisine
Stalls for cultural exchange
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A square image of an old parchment manuscript with handwritten German script on a wooden table next to a quill and an ink pot. Soft natural light highlights the texture of the paper, conveying a sense of historical authenticity and reverence for the document.

First draft of the potential festival grounds

We still need good ideas here

Fun for residents
Insight into our culture for visitors
Space for encounters between residents and visitors
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A square image of an old parchment manuscript with handwritten German script, lying on a wooden table beside a quill and an inkwell. Soft natural light highlights the texture of the paper, conveying a sense of historical authenticity and reverence for the document.

First draft of the potential festival grounds

Initiator

The Schleitheim Association for Local History works to promote and preserve local cultural heritage and historical knowledge. The association was founded in 1889.