Unterwegs — August 21, 2026

KERWE (VILLAGE FEST)

AUGUST, VARIOUS DATES/LOCATIONS IN THE KMC:

Upcoming village festivals nearby: Kindsbach Aug. 28, Erfenbach Aug. 28, and Sembach Aug. 29. Alsenborn Sep. 4, Otterberg Sep. 4, Katzenbach Sep. 4, Hauptstuhl Sep. 4, Mittelbrunn Sep. 4. Also check your local “Amtsblatt” and watch for signs and posters for further dates in individual towns.

SUMMER SWING AT  VOLKSPARK

AUG. 26, 7 – 10 P.M., VOLKSPARK, KAISERSLAUTERN

The Summer Swing takes place again at Volkspark for the last time this year. Enjoy handmade, high-quality, exciting music from one of the biggest music families: jazz.

MIESENBACH KERWE  (FUNFAIR)

AUG. 28 – 31, SPORTSFIELD, MIESENBACH

Miesenbach will celebrate its annual funfair with a great program organized by the association “Miesenbacher Ereignis- & Traditionsverein”. From Friday through Monday visitors can look forward to musical entertainment, fun rides for children, candy, coffee and cakes, food and beverages. The fairground is located next to the sports field in Miesenbach.

SEMBACH XXL KERWE

(VILLAGE FESTIVAL)

AUG. 29 – 31, VILLAGE CENTER, SEMBACH

Once again small Sembach is putting on a big village festival with live music, rides, lots of food and drinks, a parade on Sunday, and fun for young and old. German-American singer Yasmin and others will entertain the crowd, don’t miss out on the lively atmosphere and meet your neighbors.

BACKFISCHFEST

(CITY FESTIVAL)

AUG. 29 – SEP. 6, FAIR GROUNDS, WORMS

Every year at the end of August, Worms experiences nine days of extraordinary activity: that’s when the Backfischfest, the largest wine and folk festival on the Rhine, has both locals and the several thousand visitors from near and far completely in its grip. At the heart of this traditional festival is the Worms Fishermen’s Guild – one of the oldest guilds in Germany (founded in 1106). Every year, on the last Saturday in August, the ‘Bojemääschter vun de Fischerwääd’ (Mayor of the Fishermen’s Meadow) takes over official duties in the town hall, along with his Backfisch bride. In 2026, the Backfischfest will be held for the 93rd time. More information at www.backfischfest.de

FREILUFTBASAR 2026

AUG. 30, WEILERBACH

Be part of the Weilerbach village bazaar this year too and take part with your own sales stand in Weilerbach. It will take place all around town as a giant flea market. To sign up, visit: www.freiluftbasar.de

MAINZER WEINMARKT

IM STADTPARK

AUG. 27-30, SEP. 3-6, CITY PARK, MAINZ

The Mainz Wine Market in the city park is one of the most beautiful wine festivals in Germany – and a real highlight on the city’s event calendar! Amid old trees and romantic avenues in Mainz City Park, winemakers from Rheinhessen and other regions invite you to enjoy, explore, and linger. Whether it’s fine wines, food stalls, or live music – here, wine culture meets a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a friendly evening with friends, a leisurely walk with a glass of Riesling, or a special weekend outing. In 2026, we the city celebrates a big anniversary: 90 years of the Old Mainz City Soldiers at the Mainz Wine Market!

AFRO SUMMER FESTIVAL

KAISERSLAUTERN 2026

AUG. 29, 1 – 9 P.M., THEODOR-ZINK-MUSEUM, KAISERSLAUTERN

The Afro Summer Festival Kaiserslautern 2026 is an intercultural summer festival held outdoors that brings together people from different cultures and promotes exchange, diversity, and a sense of community. Look forward to a fun-filled day with music, culture, delicious food, and plenty of opportunities to meet new people in a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere. Highlights include: Intercultural flag parade, fashion show, African food and drinks, games area (Ludo, Domino, cards), photo zone with decoration, raffle with prizes, encounter, exchanged and community experience.

BARBAROSSA-FEST “SWINGING LAUTERN”

SEP. 3 – 6, CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN

Live shows on the stages and squares, as well as marching bands in the pedestrian zones. Shop to jazz, swing, blues, boogie, salsa, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll. Experience a top-notch program on multiple stages with regional and international bands, plus other events and activities from the business world. Marching bands bring great vibes and fun throughout the entire pedestrian area.

MÄDELS & FRAUEN

FLOHMARKT AM GELTERSWOOG

SEP. 4, 4 – 9 P.M., GELTERSWOOG, KAISERSLAUTERN

Browse, discover, shop, and enjoy – right by beautiful Gelterswoog!  Until the end of the season, our girls’ and women’s flea market takes place on the first Friday of every month. You can expect lovingly presented second-hand treasures, fashion, shoes, accessories, jewelry, bags, and much more.  In a relaxed atmosphere, you can look for special favorite pieces, score sustainable bargains, and spend a lovely summer evening at the lake with your friends. Whether you’re selling or just visiting – fun, meeting new people, and sustainable shopping are at the heart of it all.

ENGLISH GUIDED TOUR

IN KAISERSLAUTERN

SEP. 5, 11.15 A.M., TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN

Experience history and culture of Kaiserslautern in a lively way! The tour starts with a visit of the Count Palatinate Hall of the former Casimir Castle, where official receptions of the city are held today. Afterwards the tour continues through the underground passages. These tunnels are approx. 70 meters long. The passages are equipped with illuminated boards and sound effects illustrating Kaiserslautern in ancient times. Meeting Point for the tour is the Tourist Information. 

DONNERSBERGER

GENUSSMARKT IM ZELLERTAL

SEP. 6, 11 A.M. – 6 P.M., WEINGUT BREMER, ZELLERTAL-NIEFERNHEIM

In the midst of the idyllic Bremer vineyard in Zellertal, visitors can discover and enjoy a variety of exquisite local specialties. At the Donnersberg Gourmet Market, numerous regional producers will showcase their selected specialties. From golden honey to sparkling fruit secos, to refined lemon products and fruity jams – the selection of handpicked delicacies is vast and leaves nothing to be desired. In addition to classic treats like bread, cakes, and tarts, there are also unique products centered around cherries, perfectly balanced chutneys, fermented nuts, aromatic vinegars and oils, as well as hot chili products, Palatinate delicacies, and spicy mustard. Regional meats and sausages, cheese specialties, and Mediterranean treats complete the offering. Beyond the shopping and foodie experience, the idyllic surroundings of the Bremer vineyard invite visitors to relax and linger.

STADTFEST LANDSTUHL 2026

SEP. 11 – 13, CITY CENTER, LANDSTUHL

Landstuhl is celebrating its 36 th city festival with live music, food and beverages in a cozy atmosphere.

HIPPIE MARKET

SEP. 12, GELTERSWOOG, KAISERSLAUTERN

Get into the 60’s and 70’s groove and visit the iconic Hippie Market with good vibes, Ibiza Market, yoga, organic house music, handmade items, sustainable fashion, décor, jewelry and live music.

The idea came about right in the middle of the Corona era: The artists of the Freie Szene Saar were longing for as large spaces as possible and found them, thanks to the initiative of General Director Ralf Beil, in a former ironworks. Since then, the Völklinger Hütte World Heritage Site has become the perfect home for the FREISTIL_FESTIVAL. And now the fourth edition is already around the corner! From September 18 to 27, 2026, the FREISTIL_FESTIVAL will showcase current productions from the Saarland free scene in and around the Erzhalle of the Völklinger Hütte World Heritage Site. Theater, dance, music, performance, sound art, and programs for young audiences mix with guest performances and artistic impulses from the Greater Region and beyond. Under the motto “Get Moving!” the festival is taking even bolder paths this year. Even the festival opening won’t stay in one place.

UPCOMING WINE FESTS

VARIOUS DATES/LOCATIONS

Binger Winzerfest, Aug. 28 – Sep. 7

Bernkastel-Kues-Weinfest Mittelmosel, Sep. 4 – 7

Wurstmarkt Bad Dürkheim, Sep 12 – 16, 19 – 22

Herbstmarkt mit Weindorf in Landau, Sep. 12 – 20

FREISTIL_FESTIVAL

SEP. 18 – 27, ERZHALLE, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, VÖLKLINGER HÜTTE

The idea came about right in the middle of the Covid era: The artists of the Freie Szene Saar were longing for as large spaces as possible and found them, thanks to the initiative of General Director Ralf Beil, in the former ironworks. Since then, the Völklinger Hütte World Heritage Site has become the perfect home for the FREISTIL_FESTIVAL. And now the fourth edition is already around the corner! The FREISTIL_FESTIVAL will showcase current productions from the Saarland free scene in and around the Erzhalle of the Völklinger Hütte World Heritage Site. Theater, dance, music, performance, sound art, and programs for young audiences mix with guest performances and artistic impulses from the Greater Region and beyond. Under the motto “Get Moving!” the festival is taking even bolder paths this year.

GROUP TOURS IN ENGLISH

VARIOUS DATES, TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN

Kaiserslautern is celebrating its 750th anniversary of city rights this year. For group tours in honor of the occasion, such as a city bus tour, guided cemetery tour, guided historic walk, Hohenecken castle, K’town for kids and more, visit: https://www.kaiserslautern.de/tourismus_freizeit_kultur/tourismus/besichtigungstouren/besichtigungstouren_gruppen/index.html.en