Bremer Osterwiese
Northern Germany's largest spring Volksfest
About Osterwiese
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Bremer Osterwiese – Spring Volksfest with Hanseatic Tradition
When the lights of the Ferris wheels begin to sparkle in the Bremen sky from the end of March, and the scent of almonds and bratwurst wafts across the Bürgerweide, it's clear: the Osterwiese has opened. For almost a century, this 17-day Volksfest has been a firm fixture in the Hanseatic city's spring calendar, drawing around 500,000 people to the grounds right next to the main train station each year.
A Tradition Since 1928
The Osterwiese began in 1928 as the "Osterwiesenfest" in the Gröpelingen district and was given its current name in 1933. After the Second World War, the Volksfest moved to the Bürgerweide in 1946, the large festival site on Hollerallee that also serves as the home for the Freimarkt in October. Since then, the Osterwiese has developed into the little sister of the major "Fifth Season" event – more compact, family-oriented, but with the same drive.
Rides, Food Stalls, Live Atmosphere
Around 200 showmen bring their rides and stalls to Bremen in 2026. You can ride roller coasters on the Euro Coaster by the Buwalda-Fackler family, be shaken up on Excalibur XXL by showman Bruch, or test your nerves in the ghost train. For families, there are children's carousels, classic dodgems, and giant slides, plus the whole world of Volksfest culinary delights: candied almonds, Schmalzkuchen (lard cakes), Knipp (a local dish), Champignonpfanne (fried mushrooms), mulled wine, and Bremen beer. The Osterwiese opens on March 27, 2026, at 6 PM with the traditional beer tapping, followed by a fireworks display at 9:45 PM.
In the Heart of Bremen, Perfectly Accessible
The Bürgerweide is located immediately north of the main train station in the Findorff district. You can reach the Osterwiese on foot from the station in five minutes – an unbeatable advantage compared to similar Volksfests in other major cities. Those arriving by car should use the nearby parking garages at the station or the ÖVB-Arena; the festival grounds themselves offer very limited paid parking. The Osterwiese is open daily from 2 PM to 11 PM – with the exception of Good Friday (April 3, 2026), when the grounds remain closed out of respect for the solemn holiday.
Osterwiese — edition 2026
The Osterwiese 2026 opens on Friday, March 27, with the traditional beer tapping at 6 PM. At 9:45 PM, the opening fireworks will illuminate the Bremen sky over the Bürgerweide.
The focus is on around 21 major rides, including the Euro Coaster (Buwalda Fackler) and Excalibur XXL (Bruch), plus dodgems, Breakdancer, ghost trains, slides, a Ferris wheel, and numerous family carousels. The festival grounds close on Easter Sunday and end on April 12, 2026.
Programme Osterwiese 2026
The Bremer Osterwiese 2026 transformed the Bürgerweide behind the main train station into Northern Germany's most important spring Volksfest for 17 days. Around 500,000 visitors came from March 27 to April 12, 2026; around 200 showmen were involved.
Opening Hours
- Daily 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Good Friday, April 3, 2026: Closed out of respect for the solemn holiday
Program Highlights 2026
- Friday, March 27 — 6:00 PM: Official opening with beer tapping in the Bayernzelt (Bavarian tent)
- March 27 — 9:45 PM: Traditional opening fireworks over the Bürgerweide
- Tuesday, March 31 — 3:00 PM: Princess parade for families
- Thursday, April 2 — 11:00 AM: Church service on the dodgems
- Thursday, April 2 — 3:00 PM: Visit from the Easter Bunny with chocolate distribution
- Tuesday, April 7, and Wednesday, April 8: Coupon promotion days with 50% off rides (voucher from WESER-KURIER)
New Attractions and Highlight Rides 2026
- Eyecatcher — new Ferris wheel with 42 gondolas
- Excalibur XXL (Showman Bruch) — giant swing
- Euro Coaster (Buwalda Fackler) — roller coaster
- Balloon Voyage — rotating hot air balloons
- Chaos Pendel (Chaos Pendulum)
- Ghost train Doom
- Round ride Mama Caramba
- Funhouse Mike's Pitstop
- Classics: Dodgems, Breakdancer, giant slide
- Numerous family carousels
Classic Volksfest Gastronomy
- Bayernzelt with traditional music and beer
- Food stalls with bratwurst, Schmalzkuchen, candied almonds, and Mutzen (a type of pastry)
Highlights Osterwiese 2026
- New Ferris wheel Eyecatcher with 42 gondolas
- Opening fireworks on March 27 at 9:45 PM
- Coupon promotion for 50% off on April 7/8
- Princess parade (March 31) and Easter Bunny visit (April 2) as family highlights
- Around 500,000 visitors and 200 showmen over 17 festival days
Prices Osterwiese 2026
Free admission to the festival grounds. Rides, food stalls, and game booths are paid for individually. Savings tip 2026: on April 7 and 8, get 50% off rides with a voucher from the WESER-KURIER.
Practical information — Osterwiese
Getting There
A five-minute walk from Bremen Main Station. Trams 6 and 8 stop directly at Bürgerweide. Parking: Parking garage at the main station or ÖVB-Arena.
Opening Hours
Daily 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM, sometimes later on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed on Good Friday (03/04/2026).
Admission
Free admission. Payment is on-site per ride, stall, or food purchase.
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Where it takes place Osterwiese
Bürgerweide
Bürgerweide 2-3, 28215 Bremen