Die Toten Hosen headline farewell tour concert draws 53,000 fans in Freiburg
On July 25, 2026, the German punk band Die Toten Hosen performed at the Messe fairground in Freiburg, attracting an estimated 53,000 attendees. The concert marked the 44th anniversary of the band and was billed as part of their farewell tour with the slogan “Trink Aus! Wir Müssen Gehen.” The stage featured large screens and free water stations, accommodating fans despite high temperatures of around 35 °C. Lead singer Campino introduced 83‑year‑old Frank Bartlet onto the stage, a nod to the band’s long‑standing connection with the local audience. While the members are now in their sixties, the performance showed no signs of a final bow, emphasizing the group’s enduring energy and legacy in German punk.
Entities: Campino · Die Toten Hosen · Frank Bartlet · Freiburg · Jethro Baker