Unterwegs – June 13, 2025

SEEWOOGFEST (LAKE FESTIVAL)

JUNE 13 – 15, SEEWOOG, MIESENBACH

Preparations for this year’s Seewoogfest in Miesenbach are in full swing. The festival will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 13. Starting at 7 p.m., the live music will get guests in the mood. The festival continues on Saturday at 5 p.m. The traditional keg tapping with Mayor Ralf Hechler will take place at 7:30 p.m. Starting at 9 p.m., it’s live music again. Sunday will kick off with a hearty morning pint, starting at 10:30 a.m. As usual, food and drink will be provided, as well as entertainment for all ages. A flying carousel and a shooting contest are among the attractions.

HUTMACHERFEST (HAT MAKERS’ FEST

JUNE 13 – 15, CITY CENTER, KUSEL

On the weekend Kusel’s old town will once again be celebrating for three days! Visitors can expect a fantastic, varied music program on several stages, delicious delicacies, and refreshing drinks. On Sunday, the shops in the town center will be open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., so enjoy a relaxing shopping spree! The town of Kusel looks forward to welcoming all visitors!

LONG NIGHT OF CULTURE

JUNE 14, 7.P.M. – JUNE 15, 3 A.M., CULTURE CENTERS/PEDESTRIAN ZONE, KAISERSLAUTERN

Kaiserslautern’s cultural centers will open for a long night of culture “Lange Nacht der Kultur” with music, art and entertainment for families in the afternoon and for adults with events up to shortly prior to sunrise. Over 100 individual programs are scheduled at 30 different locations. Events will take place at various locations within and around the pedestrian zone. A specialty this year is the “Lange-Nacht-Bus” (long night bus), which will travel around the city center with passengers alongside artists playing music.

MEDIEVAL MARKET

JUNE 14 – 15, MOSCHELLANDS CASTLE, OBERMOSCHEL

Step back in time and meet the fabulous ladies and knights at the Middle Age market at Moschellands castle. There will be craftsmen displaying their goods, retailers, jugglers, musicians and fire shows in addition to typical camp life. Experience the Middle Ages in a genuine castle!

JOHANNISMARKT (MID SUMMER FESTIVAL)

JUNE 13 – 15, TOWN CENTER, WINNWEILER

Come and join in the celebration around Johannistag (June 24), marking the longest days of the year and summer solstice. There will be music, food and drinks, entertainment and a village market.

Veteran’s Weekend

June 14, 1 p.m. & June 15, 8 a.m., Steinbruch, Hütschenhausen

The Reservist Association Westpfalz cordially invite you to a weekend of fun starting on Saturday, 1 p.m. with a varied program and live music by the band ‘’Roll ‘N’ Rock’’ from 6 p.m. Sunday’s events are kicked off with a breakfast from 8-9:30 a.m., followed by a short field service. Tickets cost €7 and include a voucher for food.

PFALZFEST

JUNE 18 – 23, EBERTPARK, LUDWIGSHAFEN

Folk festival fans will find everything their heart desires here: an attractive amusement park with a variety of large, modern rides, as well as an entertaining supporting program and appealing gastronomy from the Palatinate Festival Innkeepers in cozy beer and wine gardens.

GERMAN-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP FEST

JUNE 20 -22, JOHN F KENNEDY PLATZ, RAMSTEIN

The annual and very popular friendship fest is taking place again this year. There will be a varied music program, food and drinks and lots of fun to look forward to. Come out and meet new friends!

GRAND PRIX SEMBACH (LAWN TRACTOR RACES)

JUNE 20 – 22, COMMERCIAL AREA SEMBACH

Maybe not quite as prestigious as Formula One, but just as exciting and fun! Visit the annual lawn tractor races in Sembach, which have become a unique family tradition beyond the region. Races take place all weekend with special disciplines for agility, youth/teens, men and women, and promising tons of fun for spectators and competitors alike. There will also be lots of food and drinks along with live music events.

MITTERALTERMARKT

JUNE 21 – 22, BURG LICHTENBERG, THALLICHTENBERG

On the historic castle grounds (castle complex with upper and lower castles, spanning 423 m), visitors are transported back to the world of the Middle Ages. Medieval music and dance groups will entertain the audience throughout the castle complex on both days, dressed in colorful costumes and with all sorts of exotic instruments, according to ancient tradition. Crossbow and archery events complement the program. Several stalls offer food and drinks that were served to knights and damsels during the castle’s heyday. Regional produce and a lack of fast food options are also part of the program. The unique panorama of the castle complex, coupled with the medieval hustle and bustle and the attractive offerings, will leave an unforgettable positive impression.

The medieval-themed wooden stalls and tents, as well as the historical costumes of all vendors, are a given and a prerequisite for participation in the market.

CITY TOUR IN A VINTAGE BUS

JUNE 21, 11:30 A.M., TOURIST INFORMATION, KAISERSLAUTERN

Join us for an entertaining and informative city tour aboard a nostalgic vintage bus. Discover fascinating facts and quirky stories about the historic Barbarossa City – all while enjoying panoramic views and a truly special atmosphere. A registration is required at da-geh-ich-mit@kaiserslautern.de or Tel. 0631- 365 4019.

17TH KAISERSLAUTERN CLASSICS – FASCINATION Classic Cars

JUNE 21, 10 A.M. – 6 P.M., CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN

Shining chrome, sweeping lines, wide-eyed wonder—the Kaiserslautern Classics are back in the city. Marvel at vintage cars, modern classics, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles that will delight car enthusiasts and nostalgic fans alike. Experience a piece of automotive history in the city center.

SOMMERGARTENPARTY (GARDEN PARTY

JUNE 28, 6 – 10 P.M., GARTENSCHAU, KAISERSLAUTERN

A cozy summer evening, a cool drink, and upbeat music – the perfect start to the weekend!

Let yourself be swept away by the rhythms of the Caribbean and immerse yourself in the world of reggae with Feedy Z Reggae Jam. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Bob Marley & the Wailers or want to discover the latest hits from the reggae scene, there’s something for every music taste. Look forward to great music, a relaxed atmosphere, and lots of fun! Admission is available with a Garden Show day ticket, season ticket, or season ticket.

ALTSTADTFEST (CITY FESTIVAL)

JULY 4 – 6, ALTSTADT/STEINSTRASSE, KAISERSLAUTERN

Kaiserslautern’s Old Town will once again become the region’s largest open-air pub. From rock music to soul and blues, from Japanese cuisine to Palatinate specialties, from high-quality leather goods to unique jewelry – there’s something for every taste at the Old Town Festival. 150,000 visitors enjoy this colorful mix of entertainment, culture, and culinary delights every summer in Lauter’s Old Town. There will be numerous stages, street theater, arts and crafts, and culinary delights—from Japanese cuisine to Palatinate specialties. A German-American singer will perform on the stage at the large crosswalk leading to St. Martin’s Platz on Friday evening.

LOBGESANG (PRAISE), SYMPHONIC CONCERT

JUNE 15, 5 P.M., ABTEIKIRCHE, OTTERBERG

Fans of classic music can enjoy Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy’s 2nd symphony and Gabriel Fauré’s “Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11” in a concert in the Abbey Church with excellent acoustics  Tickets at: tourist-info@otterbach-otterberg.de