Twitter
Facebook
FLEA MARKET
APRIL 26, 9 A.M., BÜRGERHAUS, QUIRNBACH
The first flea market in Quirnbach for the year 2025 is just around the corner.
As usual at the market area next to the Bürgerhaus (Main Street 5). Food and drinks will be provided, including coffee and cake. The stand fee is a flat rate of €5.00. Stand Fee: Flat rate of €5.00, with optional additional donation. Registration: jochen.koerbel@t-online.de, via WhatsApp at 0160 4434 605, or in person. Please provide your name (your address, phone number, email address, and required stand length).
OSTERKIRMES (EASTER MARKET)
UNTIL APRIL 28, FESTPLATZ AM STADTWEIHER, BAUMHOLDER
Enjoy a colorful spring and Easter market with rides, vendors and food and beverages.
B2RUN (CITY RUN)
MAY 22, CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN
The city of Kaiserslautern and partner organizations are attempting to set a world record running!
If you’re interested in joining this exciting event, see details and registration which ends April 30: https://next-step-kl.com/en/world-record/
MAY DAY/WITCHES NIGHT
APRIL 30/MAY 1, GERMANY WIDE NATIONAL HOLIDAY
Thursday, May 1 is a national holiday with all public offices and stores closed. The night before (April 30) is also known as “witches’ night” where children go around playing tricks and “decorating” yards. Be sure to secure any loose items that could be taken away. Some villages put up a Maibaum, a decorated tree guarded by villagers, and hold dance events.
STREET FOOD 2025 AND COMMERICAL FAIR
MAY 1 – 4, VARIOUS TIMES, PROMOTEUSPLATZ, RAMSTEIN
Join in a tasty street food festival with American, German, Mexican specialties and sweet desserts! And, use the opportunity to stroll around the commercial display (May 2-4). Opening times: Thurs: 2 –10 p.m., Fri 4 – 10 p.m., Sat 12 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 12 a.m.-6 p.m.
MEDIEVAL MARKET
MAY 3 + 4, 10 A.M. – 8 P.M., GARTENSCHAU, KAISERSLAUTERN
Medieval life reigns supreme this weekend in Neumühle Park! There are all sorts of things to marvel at. Market stalls will sell jewelry, beautiful items made of felt, wood, and clay, and wooden swords for little medieval fans. Play games from bygone times, watch old crafts, dance to the music of Mikarus and Vielgestalt, and fortify yourself with food and drink. You can also experience the impressive dragon Fangthorn in the play “Fangthorn and the Treasure of the Elves.”
13TH CULINARY PANORAMA HIKE
MAY 4, 2025, 10 A.M. – 6 P.M. GLAN-MÜNCHWEILER/OBERES GLANTAL
Enjoy, marvel, and indulge with a panoramic view – under this motto, the 13th Culinary Panorama Hike invites you to a special experience once again in 2025, one that will delight the whole family. With impressive views of the Glan Valley, the Donnersberg, and the Remigius Mountain, combined with regional delicacies, the hike becomes an unforgettable pleasure. Hiking at your own pace – for all ages and fitness levels: Start your hike in Glan-Münchweiler or at one of the many other entry points along the route. The hiking trail takes you through the towns of Etschberg, Fockenberg-Limbach, Glan-Münchweiler, Haschbach, Matzenbach, Niedermohr, Rehweiler, Reuschbach, and Theisbergstegen. On the ridge paths, you’ll enjoy a stunning panorama. The route is clearly marked with the event logo. Guidance is provided by the event flyer, available at all information stands or can be downloaded online from the event website: www.kulinarische-panoramawanderung.de Family-friendly and accessible – a hiking experience for everyone: The Culinary Panorama Hike is particularly family-friendly and accessible. For families with strollers and people with disabilities, there is a specially designed flat section along the Glan-Blies bike path. Numerous train stations along the route allow you to make the hike flexible and comfortable – ideal for a relaxed day in nature! Culinary delights: At the numerous stations along the route, you can indulge not only in the views but also in local treats. Regional specialties are waiting for you to discover. For more information about the event, hiking routes, culinary offerings, and how to get there, visit our website: www.kulinarische-panoramawanderung.de
COME ALONG WITH US – SIGHTSEEING TOURS 2025
VARIOUS DATES, TOURIST INFO KAISERSLAUTERN
What’s the best way to get to know your new town? Listening closely while you walk around! The City of Kaiserslautern is offering a series of old and new discovery tours around the town in English. Tours included Casimir Saal and the underground tunnels, the hidden history of Kaiserslautern’s breweries, a guided historical walk, a guided cemetery tour, K-Town for kids, Hohenecken castle and special events during the holiday season. Individual tours for groups can also be arranged. For detailed information, flyer and individual dates visit: www.kaiserslautern.de, search “Come along with us.” Registration for all tours is required at: touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de
GERMAN-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP CONCERT,
USAFE/AFAFRICA BAND
MAY 3, 7:30 P.M., FRITZ-WUNDERLICH-HALLE, KUSEL
The United States Air Forces in Europe/Africa Concert Band has been entertaining audiences of all ages and nationalities throughout Europe since 1944. The musical program reflects the diverse stylistic heritage of American and European music. The music selection includes the best of American music from the Broadway stage and Hollywood screen to the sounds of New Orleans Dixieland and big band jazz. Light operas, overtures, marches and outstanding vocal and instrumental soloists also ensure an all-round entertaining program. The concert band uses the international language of music to foster cultural relationships and promote international diplomacy wherever it performs.
Tickets available at: https://www.ticket-regional.de
KONZERT IM VOLKSPARK
MAY 11, 11 A.M. – 2 P.M., VOLKSPARK, KAISERSLAUTERN
Beginning of a series of outdoor concerts in Volkspark with alternating genres. Classic, but also catchy tunes to traditional music will be offered every second Sunday morning. Further dates: May 25, June 8 and 22, July 6 and 20, August 3, 17, 31, Sep. 14.
