When does the concert start?

Admission starts at 5:30 PM, the start is scheduled for around 6:00 PM.

How much do the tickets cost?

Tickets start at 55.07 Euros in the official pre-sale.

Where does the event take place?

At Helmut-Haller-Platz in Augsburg, directly at Branderstr. 1.

Is this an indoor event?

No, the concert takes place outdoors as an open-air event.

Is there a support act?

Yes, Marathonmann opens the evening before Dritte Wahl.

Is the venue easily accessible?

Yes, Helmut-Haller-Platz is centrally located at Augsburg-Oberhausen station and is well served by public transport.

Punk and Post-Hardcore ignite Augsburg's summer night at Helmut-Haller-Platz

Name: Summer at the Kiez: Dritte Wahl + Marathonmann
Start: 2026-07-17T19:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-18T00:00:00+02:00
Location: Helmut-Haller-Platz

A summer evening that makes the Kiez tremble

On July 17, 2026, two of the most distinctive live bands from the German-speaking rock and punk cosmos, Dritte Wahl and Marathonmann, will come together. The evening at Summer at the Kiez at Helmut-Haller-Platz promises a dense open-air atmosphere, powerful guitars, clear edges, and exactly the kind of audience mood that this series has stood for over the years. ([sommeramkiez.de](https://www.sommeramkiez.de/drittewahl?utm_source=openai))

Dritte Wahl: Punk with attitude and decades of on-stage authority

The Rostock band has been performing since 1988 and is one of the defining names in the German punk scene. Their official discography includes titles such as Urlaub in der Bredouille (2023), 3D (2020), 10 (2017), and Geblitzdingst (2015). Dritte Wahl combines political directness with catchy choruses, hard drive, and a live dynamics that works particularly well outdoors. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dritte_Wahl))

Marathonmann: Melody, impact, and emotional intensity

Marathonmann hails from Munich and started in 2011 as a post-hardcore band. With releases like Holzschwert, 10, 3D, and most recently Maniac, they have honed their sound in between melancholy, melody, and uncompromising energy. For Augsburg, the band brings exactly that mix of pressure, pathos, and precise stage performance that pushes forward on a summer night. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marathonmann?utm_source=openai))

Summer at the Kiez: Open-air feeling in the heart of Augsburg

Helmut-Haller-Platz is located directly at Augsburg-Oberhausen train station and is staged as an urban concert venue with a dense flow of audience for the festival format. The event series relies on a mix of open-air character, city flair, and short distances; according to the City of Augsburg, the square is currently also being upgraded structurally, including barrier-free access and reorganized traffic management. For visitors, this means: central location, good public transport connections, and a real summer concert feeling instead of a sterile arena backdrop. ([augsburg.de](https://www.augsburg.de/buergerservice-rathaus/stadtplanung/projekte/helmut-haller-platz))

Sound, mood, scene moment

When Dritte Wahl opens the evening and Marathonmann subsequently raises the tension, a tension arc of punk edges and modern post-hardcore is created. This fits perfectly into a festival evening where not only songs play but entire generations of live experiences resonate. Expect powerful guitars, driving drums, collective singing along, and that special mix of sweat, summer air, and sweaty euphoria that only a well-curated concert evening can deliver. ([sommeramkiez.de](https://www.sommeramkiez.de/drittewahl?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: A must-see for fans of hard, honest live music

Dritte Wahl + Marathonmann at Helmut-Haller-Platz is an evening for everyone who wants to not just hear concerts but feel them. Those who want to experience German punk and rock energy in the open air will find one of the most exciting summer dates in Augsburg here. Secure your tickets now and be there live when the Kiez sings, crashes, and pulses. ([sommeramkiez.de](https://www.sommeramkiez.de/drittewahl?utm_source=openai))