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STREET FOOD 2025 AND COMMERICAL FAIR
UNTIL MAY 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) with over 50 companies displaying their goods. Opening times: Thur: 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.”
DUBBELGLAS-WANDERUNG (HIKE)
MAY 3–4, 10 A.M., RATHAUSPLATZ, WOLFSTEIN
Enjoy a hike with a Dubbeglas (glass with dots) along with great scenery. Nine culinary stops along the 7-kilometer route and music to get you into the swing. Get out and discover nature in the local area and celebrate 750 years of Wolfstein! Details: www.wolfstein-750.de
13TH CULINARY PANORAMA HIKE
MAY 4, 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, 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.. 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. For more information about the event, hiking routes, culinary offerings, and how to get there, visit: www.kulinarische-panoramawanderung.de
GERMAN-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP CONCERT
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 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. Tickets available at: 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, Aug. 3, 17, 31, Sep. 14.
KEINE GNADE FÜR DIE WADE (NO MERCY ON YOUR CALVES) MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR
MAY 11, 9.30 A.M., TRAIN STATION, WINNWEILER
Participants can look forward to a 60-kilometer route, mastering 1,280 meters in altitude. The route goes from Hahnweilerhof to Keltengarten up to Donnersberg. Downwards towards the Dampfnudelrock via Dannenfels towards Bastenhaus, Drosselfels and back to the Keltengarten, and finally ending at the starting point. Due to constant ups and downs, good condition is necessary, helmet and gloves are required and cyclist glasses are recommended. Cost per person is Euro 8. Registration required at Tel. 06352-1712 or touristik@donnersberg.de. Info: https://www.donnersberg-touristik.de/erlebnisse-buchen
GEO-TOUR “MINING AROUND STAHLBERG”
MAY 11, 2 P.M., HIKING PARKING LOT “FRISCHER MUT” (STAHLBERG/NEAR KATZENBACH)
Archaeological highlights and rocks formed over millions of years are waiting to be discovered. Tour guide Karlheinz Fisch invites you on an exciting journey through the eventful mining history of the small town of Stahlberg. This interesting tour focuses on silver and “water silver” mining and takes participants from the Middle Ages to the present day. The two-hour tour starts at 2 p.m. at the “Frischer Mut” hiking parking lot (Stahlberg). The fee is €6 for adults and €2 for children between 7 and 16 years. Further information and registration at Donnersberg Tourist Board Tel. +49 6352 1712, touristik@donnersberg.de or https://www.donnersberg-touristik.de/erlebnisse-buchen
KINDERGRAVES CEREMONY
MAY 17, 10–12 A.M., DAENNER CHAPEL/MAIN CEMETARY KAISERSLAUTERN
Each spring following Mother’s Day, a memorial ceremony is sponsored by the Kaiserslautern Kindergraves Memorial Foundation in cooperation with the Kaiserslautern Military Community and Kaiserslautern city officials. Floral wreaths are placed at the front monument and a candle lighting ceremony takes place in memory of the 452 children buried there. A flower and an American flag are placed at each grave marker and anyone interested is welcome to attend the ceremony.
“CIRCLE” CONCERT, RHEINLAND-PFALZ
INTERNATIONAL CHOIR
MAY 17, 6 P.M., CATHOLIC CHURCH MARIA HIMMELFAHRT, OTTERBACH
A diverse mix of moving sacred works, traditional spirituals and gospels, as well as well-known pop classics in a new guise. The program takes you through various eras and styles, combining classical masterpieces with modern arrangements. The motto “Circle” is inspired by our opening song, “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.” It symbolizes the community of the choir, from whose midst come the instrumental support of the program and the numerous solo performances. Enjoy an evening full of musical diversity! Admission is free.
