# 3sat television programming updates

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> Updated: 2026-08-18T18:08:55.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

The German television channel 3sat is resuming its programming following a summer hiatus. The cultural magazine ‘Kulturzeit’, a joint production of ZDF, ORF, SRF, and ARD, is scheduled to return to its weekday broadcast slot on August 17. Its upcoming season will feature content regarding the Salzburg and Locarno film festivals, including an interview with Salzburg Festival interim leader Karin Bergmann.

Additionally, the channel has announced a Summer Edition of its ‘Pop Around the Clock’ music marathon for August 22. This 24-hour event features a diverse lineup of documentaries and concert films, covering artists such as Bad Bunny, Robbie Williams, Katy Perry, and Coldplay.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-18: 3sat announces Summer Edition of ‘Pop Around the Clock’ music marathon

The television channel 3sat will host its ‘Pop Around the Clock’ Summer Edition on August 22, featuring 24 hours of music, documentaries, and concert films from artists including Katy Perry and Coldplay.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/3sat-announces-summer-edition-of-pop-around-the-clock-music-marathon

### 2026-08-16: 3sat magazine Kulturzeit returns after summer break

The 3sat cultural magazine Kulturzeit returns from summer break on August 17, featuring the Salzburg Festival and Locarno Film Festival.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/3sat-magazine-kulturzeit-returns-after-summer-break

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