**Weekend Guide: Movies, Wine, and Theater in Karlsruhe and Surrounding Area**
This weekend promises a breath of fresh air for everyone with a variety of cultural events taking place in Karlsruhe, Pforzheim, and the surrounding area from August 16 to 18.
**Weintag: A Celebration of Wine at Vogtsbauernhof Open-Air Museum**
Experience the world of wine at the Vogtsbauernhof Open-Air Museum in Gutach on August 18. The focus will be on wine production in the Ortenau region, with the Ortenauer Weinprinzessin Stefanie Bäuerle in attendance. Visitors can sample different wines from local vineyards and participate in public wine tastings hosted by Stefanie Bäuerle. Various demonstrations and activities related to wine will complement the event, including artist Laurent Bessot showcasing his unique wine and beer paintings. For those interested in artisanal crafts, Daniel Emig will demonstrate how he creates jewelry from dried vine wood. Children can enjoy freshly mixed juices from 11 am to 4 pm. The Freilichtmuseum is open daily from 9 am to 7 pm in August. For more information, visit www.vogtsbauernhof.de.
**Outdoor Cinema Screenings in Karlsruhe, Ettlingen, and Rastatt**
Film enthusiasts can enjoy open-air cinema screenings at various locations in the region this summer. This weekend’s lineup includes „Mamma Mia“ on Saturday, August 17, and „Stop Making Sense“ on Sunday, August 18, at 9 pm in front of Schloss Gottesaue in Karlsruhe. In Ettlingen, movies such as „Chantal im Märchenland“ (Friday, August 16, 8:45 pm) and „Past Lives“ (Sunday, August 18, 8:30 pm) will be shown at Dickhäuterplatz. Meanwhile, the Kulturforum in Rastatt will feature „Oh La La – Wer ahnt denn sowas?“ on Saturday, August 17, and „Back to Black“ on Sunday, August 18, both at 9 pm. Additional screenings are available at the Baden-Badener Mondkino. Tickets and more information can be found at respective websites.
**Insect Exhibition with Spectacular 3D Photography in Karlsruhe**
Explore the diverse world of insects at the exhibition „Bienen & Co.“ at the Naturschutzzentrum Karlsruhe-Rappenwört. Running until November 3, the interactive exhibition by Museum Biberach showcases fascinating facts about insects‘ complex anatomy, acrobatic flight maneuvers, and their ecological and economic significance. Starting on Sunday, August 18, visitors can enjoy a special highlight within the exhibition: Stereofotograf Werner Wenz will display captivating 3D macro photographs of various insects using a custom-designed stereoscope. The exhibition is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 12 pm to 5 pm and on Sundays and public holidays from 11 am to 5 pm, with free admission.
**Rhythm and Blues Afternoon in Bretten**
Experience the lively sounds of swingin‘ Rhythm and Blues performed by the Feelin‘ Good Bluesband on Sunday, August 18, in Bretten. From 11 am to 3 pm at the Hohberghaus on Pforzheimer Straße 113, Martin Kade, Stefan Zenner, Markus Widmann, and Hans Madlinger will entertain the audience with their original compositions from the new album and a selection of classic blues songs. Admission is free, with donations welcome. For more information, visit www.jazz-club-bretten.de.
**Sustainability Festival at Karlsruhe’s Schlossplatz**
Join the „Station Zukunft“ event on Saturday, August 17, starting at 6 pm at Karlsruhe’s Schlossplatz for a showcase of future possibilities through a market, workshops, performances, and interactive activities promoting sustainability. This event marks the conclusion of the Karlsruhe Real Laboratory for Sustainable Climate Protection (Karla), offering visitors insights into experiments on sustainable climate protection in travel, construction, skilled labor shortages, and canteens. The evening will conclude with the Go-Motion projection „On the Way to the Future World City“ at the beginning of the Schlosslichtspiele around 9:10 pm. Admission is free. Visit www.reallabor-karla.de for more information.
**Outdoor Puppet Theater in Pforzheim**
For a unique outdoor theater experience, head to the Freilichtbühne at the Figurentheater Pforzheim on Saturday, August 17, at 8 pm. Under the theme „Sonne, Mond und Sterne“ (Sun, Moon, and Stars), three different theater artists, Martin Bachmann, Raphael Mürle, and Carsten Dittrich, will present a diverse evening of entertainment. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors to the Figurentheater or Stadtmuseum Pforzheim. For tickets and more details, visit www.figurentheater-pforzheim.de.
With a range of cultural events happening in and around Karlsruhe this weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur, movie buff, or theater enthusiast, make the most of the summer season with these exciting activities in the region.
