Program on July 11, 2024

On July 11, 2024, we as Host City Stuttgart will present you an evening full of musical masterpieces under the motto "Best of Stuttgart" when the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra, the Stuttgart State Opera Choir, the vocal acrobats from FÜENF and the SWR Big Band take to the stage. In a unique symbiosis of classical music, singing and lively jazz sounds, these outstanding ensembles promise to take you on a journey through the world of music. The Fan Zone Schlossplatz will be seated for this evening only. Admission is free.

Good to know: The Fan Zone Schlossplatz opens at 4 p.m. on July 11. The Fan Zones Karlsplatz, Schillerplatz and Marktplatz start their program at 12 noon. Admission to all Fan Zones is free of charge. The complete calendar of events can be found here (subject to change).

Terms and Conditions:
Particularities on July 11, 2024:
- Baby carriages are permitted
- Larger items of luggage (bags with rain jackets etc.) are permitted, but will be checked
- Changing/Diaper bags are permitted, there is a visual check by the security staff
- Emergency exits can also be used as entrances, but will be checked by security staff
- Stick umbrellas and glass are still not permitted
- In addition, the rules and instructions at venue-terms.pdf (stuttgart.de) continue to apply

The daily program of the EURO 2024 FESTIVAL Stuttgart on July 11,2024:

FAN ZONE SCHLOSSPLATZ:

Our Fan Zone Schlossplatz invites you to enjoy a varied program even on non-match days. On July 11, the backdrop of the unique castle will create a concert hall atmosphere. There will be 15 catering establishments offering you a wide range of culinary delights. Admission is free of charge.

The line-up of the EURO 2024 FESTIVAL Stuttgart at the Fan Zone Schlossplatz on July 11, 2024:
4:00 p.m.: Gates open
7:00 p.m.: Start

Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra
Consisting of a wide variety of instruments and an impressive number of members, the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra and its chief conductor Dan Ettinger offer "brilliantly rehearsed" and "fiery-fresh" concerts. "There can be no stronger argument in favour of the power of live musical performances," were the reviews after the concerts.

Staatsopernchor Stuttgart

The Stuttgart State Opera Choir under the direction of choir director Manuel Pujol is one of the most successful opera choirs in Europe. In recent years, its 77 singers have been voted "Opera Choir of the Year" 13 times. It will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2024 and even performs abroad at major opera festivals. Conductor Marcus Bosch's concert orchestra will,

accompanied by the Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra, perform the three great choral pieces of opera literature: "Chor der Jäger" from Der Freischütz by Carl Maria von Weber, "Or co' dadi, ma fra poco..." from Il Trovatore (The Troubadour) by Giuseppe Verdi and "Gloire immortelle de nos aïeux!" from Faust by Charles Gounod.

FÜENF

Stuttgart vocal virtuosos Füenf are recognised as the hippest and funniest a cappella band in southern Germany. Their stage programs dazzle with music comedy without regard for the delicate skin, across all genres and genres. "Mir im Süden" - probably the most popular Swabian anthem of all time - is impressive proof of this.Stuttgarter Philharmoniker

SWR Bigband

17 musicians - a sound that convinces. The SWR Big Band is one of the best big bands in the world and has its very own sound, which has led to numerous Grammy nominations. Most recently, SWR big band arranger John Beasley won the Grammy in 2023 for "Scrapple From The Apple" from their album "Bird Lives". Come along and see for yourself!

Program on the Fan Zone Schlossplatz on July 11 in detail:

4:00 p.m.: Gates open
7:00 p.m.: Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra
8:15 p.m.: Staatsopernchor Stuttgart
8:30 p.m.: FÜENF
9:15 p.m.: SWR Bigband
11:00 p.m.: End of event

Getting to the Fan Zone Schlossplatz:

In principle, the following applies: Significant visitor numbers are expected in Stuttgart over the entire period until July 14, 2024. This will also affect traffic. In addition, there may be road closures on the main roads due to certain situations, which cannot be planned in advance. These will occur on an ad hoc basis in addition to the existing closures in the city center. The parking garages in the city center will not be accessible. There are a few parking spaces available outside the "Cityring".

After the matches (regardless of the Host City Stuttgart location), obstructions due to motorcades must be expected. This may result in temporary road closures, especially in the city center. Additional traffic obstructions are then expected.

It is therefore strongly recommended that you travel by public transport or bicycle.

The U6 subway line runs every ten minutes from the airport to the "Schlossplatz" station, the journey takes 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the S2 and S3 commuter rail lines to the main station. Travel time: 30 minutes.

The U5, U6, U7, U12 and U15 subway lines run from the main station to the "Schlossplatz" stop. The journey time is two minutes. The walk takes about ten minutes.

FAN ZONE MARKTPLATZ

The Fan Zone Marktplatz will once again be a sporting venue on July 11. If you enjoy kicking the ball around or love gaming, this is the place for you. Tournaments, fan matches and other sporting activities take place on the football court. You can also drop by for a spontaneous match. There are also two gaming areas where you can play for all you're worth. The program today also includes the “wfv Klassen Kicks”. Year 5 and 6 pupils will compete against each other in a tournament format. Afterwards, you can discover walking football. A great alternative for those among you who find the normal game too fast.

Program on the Fan Zone Marktplatz on July 11 in detail:

• 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.: “wfv Klassen Kicks”
• 2:00 p.m.: Walking Football
• All day: Play in the two gaming areas. In the outdoor gaming area, action tools such as a Teqball table and the SUTU Wall can be tried out. In the indoor gaming area, there is a table football table and a Bolzbox (football box). EA Sports FC can also be played. In the Creator Studio, pictures are created that are reminiscent of an unforgettable fan day in the Host City Stuttgart.

Special eye-catchers: The oversized soccer player, the large facade painting and the Giant Trophy in the town hall (opening hours: 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.). There will also be a social wall on the Fan Zone Marktplatz where unique fan impressions can be seen, which will be published on social media using the hashtag #hostcitystuttgart. Furthermore, there will be a fan make-up session in the Fan Zone Marktplatz.

Getting to the Fan Zone Marktplatz

The walk from the "Stadtmitte" S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations or from the main railway station to the Fan Zone takes about ten minutes.

FAN ZONE KARLSPLATZ

The program of the Fan Zone Karlsplatz evolves around culture and music. On July 11, you can once again look forward to a varied stage program. At 2 pm, comedian Markus Zipperle will make all comedy fans laugh with his unique program. The Acoustic Swing Trio will then perform. In addition to swing and Dixieland, visitors to the Fan Zone Karlsplatz can also look forward to rock and pop tunes. From 4 p.m., the atmosphere is guaranteed to be just like in New Orleans. Finally, at 6 pm, Pale Heart will captivate visitors with a mix of sixties/seventies with a funky groove.

Also worth a visit is the sustainability pavilion in the Fan Zone Karlsplatz, which provides an insight into the many different areas of sustainability and how they can be implemented in everyday life, thus contributing to education for sustainable development. And if you need a little break, the Chill Out Area with its cosy seating is the place to be.

Program on the Fan Zone Karlsplatz on July 11 in detail:

• 2:00-4:00 p.m.: Markus Zipperle
  When he takes to the stage, the laugh muscles are stretched to the max. The fine art of comedy seems to come very easily to Markus Zipperle and at the same time he has perfected it to the utmost. He always takes to the stage with a mischievous grin, which shows you right from the start: You can be in for quite a treat...
• 4:00-6:00 p.m.: Acoustic Swing Trio
  Whether swing, Dixieland or rock and pop tunes - the musicians of the Acoustic Swing Trio feel at home in several musical genres. As varied as the performers and their program are, so different are the occasions for which the Acoustic Swing Trio is hired. The variable use of different instruments makes this possible.
• 6:00-7:00 p.m.: Pale Heart (Pop Office)
  Inspired by the glorious greats of the sixties/seventies, their songwriting coupled with a funky groove is captivating.

Getting to the Fan Zone Karlsplatz

The walk from the S-Bahn and U-Bahn station "Stadtmitte" or from the main train station to the Fan Zone takes about ten minutes.

Safer Space in the Fan Zone Karlsplatz

A Safer Space in the form of an office container will be set up in the Fan Zone Karlsplatz during UEFA EURO 2024. Here, people affected by discriminatory behavior can find help and support from trained specialists.

The Safer Space is open every day until July 14, 2024.

• on match days from 1:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
• on non-match days from 1:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

The Safer Space staff can also be reached by phone or WhatsApp on +49 173 7826778. In addition, the specially trained Awareness Team of the Host City Stuttgart is clearly recognizable with bright blue, branded vests. Those affected can also contact the security service, the volunteers or the German Red Cross (Deutsche Rote Kreuz).

FAN ZONE SCHILLERPLATZ

If you're cheering on the UEFA EURO 2024 teams and getting excited during the matches, you're going to need some treats at some point. These are available at the Fan Zone Schillerplatz – the highlight for anyone who enjoys good food and refreshing drinks. There is something for every taste here: from typical Swabian specialties and other delicacies from the region to a wide range of vegetarian and vegan dishes. On July 11, visitors can also take part in a table football tournament with table football world champion Chris Marks.

Program at the Fan Zone Schillerplatz on July 11 in detail:

• 12:00 noon-12:00 midnight: Food & drinks at the various catering stands
• 3:00-6:00 p.m.: Table football tournament with the legendary table football world champion Chris Marks at the Stadtwerke Stuttgart stand

How to get to the Fan Zone Schillerplatz

The walk from the "Stadtmitte" commuter rail and subway stations or from the main rail station to the Fan Zone takes about ten minutes.

Further activities in the city on July 11:

• 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.: Legendary goals and spectacular scenes from the soccer history of the nations that will be competing in Stuttgart are on display in the exhibition "EURO Legends Stuttgart" at the "StadtPalais – Museum for Stuttgart" until July 14, 2024. Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 2, admission is free of charge.
• All day: With the Stuttgart app on a football tour through the city

Another eye-catcher: One of the largest works of graffiti art in the state capital of BadenWürttemberg on the outer façade of the Talstrasse substation, diagonally opposite the Stuttgart Gaskessel.