FEMfest 2026: Three Strong Voices Revitalize Göttingen's Old Town Hall
Date and Time
Location
Price
About this Event
Mood
Venue Type
FEMfest in Göttingen: An evening with conviction, smart voices, and literary tension
The FEMfest brings three influential authors to the Old Town Hall Göttingen on October 4, 2026, focusing on conversation, debate, and contemporary literature. Veronika Kracher, Sibel Schick, and Edith Löhle meet an audience seeking clear positions, pointed texts, and the special charm of a literary festival evening. The evening is organized by Göttinger Literaturherbst GmbH; the official program announcement features the moderated discussion titled On Bodies, Hate, and Icons. ([fischerverlage.de](https://www.fischerverlage.de/veranstaltung/moderiertes-gespraech-sibel-schick-goettingen-1047593-261004))
A festival evening with character
FEMfest stands for an evening where feminist perspectives are not abbreviated, but rather loaded with content and sharply focused in literary confrontation. Veronika Kracher, Sibel Schick, and Edith Löhle bring three different approaches: digital violence, reproductive self-determination, and satirical social criticism. This is precisely what creates the festival atmosphere that has characterized the literary autumn in Göttingen for years: approachable, discourse-driven, and with a clear sense of community. ([fischerverlage.de](https://www.fischerverlage.de/veranstaltung/moderiertes-gespraech-sibel-schick-goettingen-1047593-261004))
A place with history: The Old Town Hall
The Old Town Hall at the marketplace is one of the most impressive cultural venues in the Göttingen city center. The historical setting in the heart of the city provides a special framework for the evening that elegantly mediates between urban history and contemporary literature. For a literary format like FEMfest, an intimate, concentrated atmosphere is created, making discussions audible and texts have an immediate impact. ([fischerverlage.de](https://www.fischerverlage.de/veranstaltung/moderiertes-gespraech-sibel-schick-goettingen-1047593-261004))
Organization, tradition, and festival character
The Göttinger Literaturherbst is one of the significant literature festivals in the German-speaking world, with more than 30 years of festival history. Since 1992, the format has evolved from classic readings to a diverse multi-day experience featuring debates, special formats, and extraordinary venues. In 2026, the literary autumn continues to focus on strong authors, curated programming logic, and an audience intentionally seeking literary quality. ([literaturherbst.com](https://www.literaturherbst.com/festival/?utm_source=openai))
What visitors can expect
On October 4, 2026, it is not a large open-air spectacle, but a concentrated, discursive festival evening on the schedule. The event starts at 7:00 PM, tickets cost 20.00 euros regular and 17.00 euros reduced. Camping is not planned at the event venue; the format is clearly designed as an indoor event in the historic town hall. ([fischerverlage.de](https://www.fischerverlage.de/veranstaltung/moderiertes-gespraech-sibel-schick-goettingen-1047593-261004))
The audience will experience an evening of literary depth, socio-political relevance, and precise festival organization. Those who appreciate contemporary literature, feminist debates, and strong texts will find a compact, high-quality live experience in the central location of Göttingen. Be sure to experience it live and secure tickets in time. ([fischerverlage.de](https://www.fischerverlage.de/veranstaltung/moderiertes-gespraech-sibel-schick-goettingen-1047593-261004))
Official channels of FEMfest:
- Instagram: no official profile found
- Facebook: no official profile found
- YouTube: no official profile found
- TikTok: no official profile found
