Unterwegs – October 31, 2025

ALLERHEILIGEN (ALL SAINTS‘ DAY)

NOV. 1, PUBLIC HOLIDAY IN RHEINLAND-PFALZ/SAARLAND

Saturday, Nov 1, is a public holiday with a religious background. A modern tradition is to decorate graves of deceased with dried-flower bouquets, wreaths or flower bowls and cover existing plants with fir branches to protect against frost. So-called grave or eternal lights with candles are also placed on graves in memory of beloved family members. All stores and offices will be closed to observe the occasion in Rheinland-Pfalz, Saarland, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Please note that there is no holiday in Hessen and Berlin. The northern states and Hessen observe Reformation Day on Friday, Oct 31 as a public holiday.

SAMHAIN FESTIVAL

OCT. 31, KELTENDORF, STEINBACH (DONNERSBERG)

The Celtic village in Steinbach will top off the season with a traditional Samhain festival. The event has its origins 2,000 years ago and marks the end of the year and beginning of winter. Celts then ate, drank and celebrated the occasion together. The village will offer displays, bonfires, activities for kids and a walk with torches to the circle of spooky Celtic statues at the garden nearby, where guests will receive information about Celtic traditions at the large bonfire. Don’t miss out on this very special and different “Halloween” event. Visitors are requested to carpool, as parking is limited in the small village. For details, see: http://www.keltendorf-steinbach.de/

HALLOWEEN PARTY IN HOCHSPEYER

OCT. 31, 6 – 11 P.M., MEHRGENERATIONHAUS, HOCHSPEYER

The association “Aktiv für Hochspeyer e.V.” cordially invites you and your family to its Halloween party in the village center of Hochspeyer. Children and adults are invited to meet around small fire pits and participate in spooky activities from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. The scary clown offers balloon art for the visitors. Pictures can be taken in front of a selfie photo wall. This is a family friendly event with free admission.

HALLOWEEN CHASE AT THE KAISERSLAUTERN ZOO

OCT. 31, 5 – 8:30 P.M., ZOO, SIEGELBACH

The entertainment program includes a spooky course offered for children from 6 years up. Brave kids can participate from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At each station, they will have to solve tricky riddles, sneak courageously through spider webs, and discover hidden hints. Those who successfully complete the course will receive a little surprise at the end.

From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. the program additionally features a horror trail for visitors from 16 years up. Who gathers courage to enter the “house of horrors”? Who has the guts to face the “monsters of the skies”? Who has nerve enough to witness “dwarves and giant creatures”? The boldest ones among you have to overcome the ghost and monster chase, escape from witches, and circumvent the obstacles. Refreshments are available. A Halloween barbecue station offers food and beverages. The team of the Kaiserslautern Zoo is looking forward to many children and adults dressed up in their favorite costume.

FAMILY HALLOWEEN AT KURPFALZ-PARK

OCT. 31, 5 – 10 P.M., WACHENHEIM

The wild and amusement park invites all families to its annual Halloween event from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Witches, phantoms and ghosts welcome the visitors. The entertainment program includes great attractiosn, fun, pumpkin carving and amusement rides until 10 p.m. A fireworks display is scheduled for 8 p.m.

HALLOWEEN EVENT AT THE HISTORIC BEER CELLAR

OCT. 31, 4 – 8 P.M.,SCHÖNENBERG-KÜBELBERG

The Historic Beer Cellar was built in the 19th century to store and keep cool the beer of the two local breweries throughout the summer months. The underground passages and chambers driven into the red sandstone extend over a length of 180 meters and are still there today. After a renovation process of 1.5 years the community reopened the doors of the cellar to interested visitors in spring 2024. Access is also possible by a stair lift for people with limited mobility. A Halloween special with spooky fun for kids and youths is offered in the underground passages. Visitors can look forward to a mystical horror labyrinth with thrills and fun in a unique setting.

KÜRBISAUSSTELLUNG ”FEUER“ (PUMPKIN EXHIBITION “FIRE”)

UNTIL OCT. 31, NEUMÜHLEPARK/ GARTENSCHAU, KAISERSLAUTERN

With over 45,000 pumpkins of various kinds, unique works of art were created at this year’s pumpkin exhibition under the theme of “Fire.” In addition to lionfish, fire salamanders, and jellyfish, a volcanic landscape can be admired in pumpkin garb. Younger fans are sure to enjoy “Fireman Sam,” Jim Button with his steam engine Emma, ​​and Fred Flintstone. The eight-person assembly team attached each individual pumpkin to wooden and wire frames. To give the figures their colorful appearance, a variety of pumpkins were used. The colors ranged from white to classic orange decorative pumpkins to blue pumpkins.

HERBSTMESSE (AUTUMN FAIR)

UNTIL NOV. 2, FESTPLATZ, SPEYER

The festival site will transform into a colorful trade fair hustle and bustle. In addition to the large number of rides, visitors can expect a wealth of culinary offerings. Experience a family-friendly ride on the Ferris wheel. The round rides and automatic scooter offer driving fun for young and old. If you’re looking for a thrill, try a ride on the high-rise attraction. In addition to numerous booths that make children’s hearts beat faster, an amusement facility will ensure lots of fun and a good mood. There are also many opportunities to put your skills to the test at the many ball/dart throwing, lottery and ring throwing booths or with fishing games and shooting carts. Beer gardens and snack bars invite you to linger. For dessert, there are sweets, ice cream and crepe carts with plenty of options for snacking.

ENGLISH TOUR – COUNT PALATINATE AND SUBTERRANEAN TUNNELS

NOV. 8., 11.15 A.M., TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN

The tour starts in the Count Palatinate Hall of the former Casimir Castle, where official receptions of the city are held today. Afterwards you descend into the subterranean tunnels. These passages, which are approx. 70 m long, illustrate the history of Kaiserslautern. A registration is required per Email to Touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 2316.

HOMBURG FLEA AND ANTIQUES MARKET

NOV. 8, 8 A.M. – 4 P.M., AM FORUM, HOMBURG

The biggest flea and antiques market in southwest Germany, takes place on the first Saturday of the month, in the area known as the Forum, in front of the Homburg Rathaus (town hall) and the Landratsamt. The flea market was launched in 1975 and has developed into the largest in southwest Germany. Next date: Dec. 6 (Christmas Flea Market).

QUIRNBACH PFERDEMARKT

NOV. 12, 9.45 A.M. UNTIL EVENING, QUIRNBACH, KUSEL COUNTY

A festival for horse lovers and tradition enthusiasts – the Quirnbach Horse Market. Every year on the second Wednesday in November, the tranquil town in the West Palatinate region transforms into a lively meeting place. This is when the 500-person village literally gets its hooves churning. In the middle of the week, animal lovers, market visitors, and revelers from near and far flock to the town.

The traditional Quirnbach Horse Market has a long history – since 1876, it has attracted around 15,000 visitors annually, making it one of the most important horse markets in Rhineland-Palatinate.

The market begins early in the morning with the main attraction: the horse awards ceremony. Here, owners present their magnificent horses – donkeys are also welcome – to a jury of experienced judges. This event is particularly interesting for recreational riders. In addition, the awards ceremony is complemented by show acts to make the program as diverse as possible.

Numerous stalls at the flea market invite you to stroll, discover, and enjoy everything from regional products to handicrafts to culinary specialties.

COUNTRY NIGHT WITH “LOUISIANA ON TOUR”

NOV. 8, 8 P.M., CONGRESS CENTER, RAMSTEIN

Louisiana on tour is a renowned country music band with six experienced musicians from the greater Rhine-Main and Saarland areas. For 10 years, the band has successfully toured southwest Germany, France, and the USA. The versatility and professionalism of the musicians, who play with enthusiasm guarantee excellent entertainment.

Fans of every style of country and western music will find the band satisfying. Alongside traditional country and the West Coast sound, new country music takes center stage. Line dancers, in particular, are thrilled by the diversity, topicality, and danceability of all the pieces in the band’s repertoire.

The typical country sound characterizes the band’s style. With its classic lead guitar, signature steel guitar, and multi-part choral vocals, Louisiana is musically compelling. The whole ensemble is rounded by the rhythm section of acoustic guitar, bass, and drums. True to style, Louisiana on tour makes every performance an experience!

ST. MARTIN FESTS AND PARADES

ON/ABOUT NOV. 11, VILLAGES IN THE KMC

St. Martin might ride through your town on a white horse and bring joy to children. Many villages offer parades, music and children cheerfully singing and carrying colorful hand-made lanterns. There may be bonfires with food and drinks as well as pretzels for kids. Check your local “Amtsblatt” for exact dates and times in your individual community.

FASTNACHT/KARNEVAL

START, NOV. 11, NATIONWIDE

Nov. 11 marks the beginning of the Karneval season in Germany. Some cities such as Cologne, Düsseldorf and Mainz have colorful festivities and street events to kick off the season. The day is not a public holiday and all offices and stores are open for business, but you may encounter people in silly costumes.

MIXERY ELECTRIC STADIUM FESTIVAL

NOV. 15, 6 P.M. – NOV. 16, 4 A.M., FRITZ-WALTER-STADION, KAISERSLAUTERN

The Mixery Electric Stadium Festival is entering its next round and promises an unforgettable experience for all lovers of driving beats, hypnotic light shows, and an electrifying atmosphere.

The festival brings top national and international acts from the electronic music scene to the stage. From pulsating techno to driving electro, visitors can expect a carefully selected lineup that ensures musical diversity and energetic highs. Adults only, admission 18+. Tickets: https://gastro.fck.de/MiXery-Electric-Stadium-Festival-2025