Unterwegs – August 14, 2026

STREET FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL

AUG. 14 – 16, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN,

Are you ready for an unforgettable weekend? The Messeplatz will turn into a paradise for all food and music lovers! Over 20 cool food trucks will serve you the tasty international street food highlights, whether juicy burgers, exotic specialties, or sweet treats, there’s something for everyone! Live music sets the perfect vibe. Enjoy live bands and DJs who will get you dancing with the best beats and party hits. And there will be refreshing drinks: from cocktails, gin, wine to cold beer and of course soft drinks – there’s everything you need to fully enjoy the weekend. Free entry! Just come by, relax, dance, and celebrate life!

KERWE (VILLAGE FEST)

AUGUST, VARIOUS DATES/LOCATIONS IN THE KMC:

Upcoming village festivals nearby: Schrollbach Aug. 14, Stelzenberg Aug. 15, Mehlingen Aug. 14, 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. 19, 7 – 10 P.M., VOLKSPARK, KAISERSLAUTERN

On eight Wednesday evenings in July and August, the Summer Swing will take place again, this year at Volkspark Kaiserslautern. You can look forward to a diverse program. Enjoy handmade, high-quality, exciting music from one of the biggest music families in the world: Jazz. Further date: Aug. 26

DEIDESHEIMER WEINKERWE

AUG. 14 – 18, CITY CENTER, DEIDESHEIM

At this special wine festival, the wineries open their picturesque courtyards, and Bahnhofstraße turns into the “Woigass,” stretching from the train station to the historic market square. Along the “Woigass,” stalls offering wine and regional specialties invite you to linger. You’ll also find food stalls at the town square, and a stage offers a varied music program. Families are well catered for too: small rides and fairground stalls provide fun and entertainment. Enthronement of the new wine princess in the town hall on Friday evening, and official opening with speech on Saturday. Program: www.deidesheim.de

WEILERBACHER WEINDORF

AUG. 14 – 16, ALTER BAHNHOF, WEILERBACH

For three days, Palatinate wines will be offered at the winemakers’ stands. Matching food and a music program complete the event.

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

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. 

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.

MAINZER WEINMARKT

IM STADTPARK

AUG. 27-39, 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!

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.

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