Community Events – November 13, 2026

5K Turkey Trot Costume Fun Run

Community members can show their spirit of Thanksgiving by dressing up as their favorite Thanksgiving-related character such as a turkey or pilgrim at the 5K Turkey Trot Costume Fun Run Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Family and Landstuhl Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 3720. Registration starts at 9 a.m. with the run starting at 10 a.m. Cost is $8 per person. Children under 12 are free.  Runners can prepay on the WebTrac link on kaiserslautern.armymwr.com or on the day of the run during registration. Payment must be with a credit card. Participants can walk or run. Dogs, strollers and families are welcome. The first male, female and a child under 12 crossing the finish line will get a frozen turkey. Additionally, the first three runners in the male, female, and youth categories will get medals.

Turkey Shoot

Registration for the Turkey Shoot is now to Nov. 21 at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. The November Turkey Shoot happens Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and is a fun season closeout tournament with the winner receiving a free turkey and second place will get a free ham. This tournament will be standard stroke play format over 18 holes. Cost is $35 for members, $35 for early signup and $40 for day of signup. For details, call the golf course at 531-3408 or 0611-143-531-3408.

Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial Basketball Tournament

Registration for the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Intramural Sports Program’s Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial Basketball Tournament is Nov. 15 to Jan. 8. Register in person at the Mountaineer Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8220 on Smith Barracks, or by calling 531-2924 or 0611-143-531-2924. Game days are Jan. 15 to 18 at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. Cost is $475. Cashless payment only. Teams opting to pay via Transfer Between Activities (TBA) should contact the Point of Contact (POC) directly. Mandatory coaches meeting is Jan. 16 at 9:30 a.m. at in the second-floor office of the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center. Find out more at baumholder.armymwr.com.  

Thanksgiving Meal Buffet

Come celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036, Vogelweh Housing, on Thursday, Nov. 26. Times are 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Cost is 36€ for adults, 18 and older, 18€ for ages 6 to 17 and free for ages 5 and younger. Reservations are accepted until 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24. To register and for the complete menu, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz is hosting a Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration Dec. 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder.  The event will showcase photos with Santa, holiday themed crafts, live music performances from the Baumholder High School Band, hot chocolate and Glühwein/Kinderwein and holiday treats. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com. 

November to March Trip Schedules Available

The Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for November to March are available under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability. Travelers may register for trips and be picked up at either location. For questions, please call Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 531-3401 or 0611-143-531-3401 or Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 541-5654 or 0611-143-541-5654. 

Kaiserslautern Youth Sports Winter Season Registration

Gear up for winter sports! Winter youth sports registration for the Kaiserslautern community is Nov. 16 to Dec. 4 or until teams are full.  Sports offered are Basketball, Cheerleading and Wrestling.  Age requirements vary by sports. Cost: $70 & up per sport. Flu shots are mandatory for participation. A Health Assessment/ Sports Physical must be on file and good through the season (March 15, 2027).  For more information and to register, contact Parent Central Services, Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg.162, 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067, or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

Serving Heroes Appreciation Meal

The Gary Sinise Foundation, in partnership with Army Family and MWR, will host a free “Serving Heroes” appreciation meal Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sembach Community Center, Bldg. 220, on Sembach Kaserne. The meal is open to active-duty U.S. and allied service members, veterans, first responders and their families. The event supports the foundation’s mission to honor defenders, veterans, first responders and their families through meaningful acts of appreciation. Attendees can enjoy a warm meal while connecting with others in a spirit of gratitude and community. The event recognizes the service and sacrifices of those who serve and their loved ones.

Baumholder 101

Meet new and seasoned community members at the Baumholder 101 held either twice or once a month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Post Office building 8661 on Smith Barracks. The next one is Monday, Dec. 14. The goal of this orientation is to connect families with resources, community information, local agencies and services, and other Spouses. There will be representatives from Army Community Service, Outdoor Recreation, Value Added Tax, and many others. Registration is not required. For more information, call 531-2850 or 0611-143-531-2850.

Forest Bathing Workshop

Forest Bathing, a twohour “Shinrin Yoku” workshop, will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at Wildpark at Leibnizstrasse 2, in Kaiserslautern. The $15 program guides participants through mindful, devicefree immersion in nature, including a forest walk, meditation and journaling. Advance tickets are available at Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) or through WebTrac. The workshop introduces core forestbathing practices. Attendees ages 18 and older are encouraged to bring water, snacks and a blanket. For details or preregistration, contact Devora Curley at flowandthrive.dev@gmail.com or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Passport Español

Passport Español launches a free cultural immersion program that blends Spanish language learning with traditions from across the Spanishspeaking world. Designed for teens and adults, the series introduces participants to food, music, history, and daily life through interactive sessions that go beyond textbook study. The program will be offered the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Baumholder Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. The next one is Nov. 10. For more information, visit the Baumholder Library, call 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club

Patrons can learn two-step and country swing with the free beginner dance lessons in November and December.   These classes are open sessions, once a week, on Wednesday at 7 to 8 p.m. at Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. There will also be line-dance workshops offered on selected Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. at Armstrong’s Club. These sessions are Nov. 12, and Dec. 3 & 17.  For details, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Wine and Yoga

Uncork and Unwind: Wine and Yoga is Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. The 18-and-over event offers a relaxing evening with one hour of guided yoga followed by a social hour.  Admission is $18 and includes two glasses of wine. Participants must bring their own yoga mats. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just looking to unwind after a long day, this event offers the perfect blend of movement and mindfulness. Participants can register now and up to an hour before the event. Registration information can be found at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. For details, call 541-9100 or 0611-143-9100. 

Baumholder Youth Winter Sports Season Registration

Registration for winter youth sports for the Baumholder community is Nov. 16 to Dec. 4. Sports offered are basketball, ages 5 to 15, and cheer, ages 5 to 15. Cost is $70. A current Health Assessment/ Sports Physical must be on file and valid until March 14, 2027, to participate.  Sports clinics offered are bowling, ages 8 to 18, volleyball, ages 8 to 15, and indoor soccer, ages 5 to 8. Cost for sports clinics is $55. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by calling 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440.

Baumholder Start Smart Winter Season Registration

Registration for Start Smart Winter Season for the Baumholder community is Nov. 16 to Dec. 4.  Start Smart is a Child/ Parent interactive program led by a CYS Sports & Fitness Specialist. Cost is $30. Sports offered are basketball and cheer for ages 3 and 4 and, move and play for ages 2 to 3. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac.mwr.army.mil. 

Thursday Night Comedy Show

Frankie Marcos headlines the Thursday Comedy Show Nov. 19 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Feature comedian is Ryan Charnoky. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 7 p.m. Hideaway Bistro & Grill will be open until 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door or $10 in advance.  For more information, call 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115 from Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.  

RECURRING EVENTS

Chuck’s Pub Trivia at Armstrong’s Club

Armstrong’s Club announces free Chuck’s Pub Trivia every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing.  This trivia is a professional, multi-media competition with different formats and puzzles for teams to solve.  Bring a team or join one. No registration required.  Grand prize is $50. Enjoy food from the Hideaway Bistro Grill, which is open until 9 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Country Night

Country Night happens every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing.   This is an 18+ event. Country night is an unforgettable evening filled with country music, dancing and fun. For details, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

2026 Rolling Hills Golf Tournaments

The Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne, announces their 2026 Rolling Hills Golf Tournaments now to November. Many of the tournaments are for both American and German golfers. To find a list of the tournaments, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. 

CYS Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Registration

Baumholder Youth Sports will offer a three-week Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program for ages 6 to 12, featuring two sessions per week and no “gee” requirement. Cost is $50 per child. Program will be in monthly sessions. Open enrollment for upcoming sessions will continue throughout the year. Each monthly three-week session features two classes per week. Volunteer coaches will teach beginner-level skills while helping participants build coordination, balance, discipline and confidence. The program introduces fundamental techniques in a supportive, age-appropriate environment. Families may register through WebTrac or in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne in Baumholder, or by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440.