Donaumoosvolksfest Karlshuld
55th edition of the Bavarian Volksfest in the Donaumoos with Ferris wheel, festival tent, and regional specialties
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55 Years of Donaumoosvolksfest
The Donaumoosvolksfest in Karlshuld celebrates its 55th edition in 2026. Since the early 1970s, it has become a firm highlight in the event calendar of the Neuburg-Schrobenhausen district – a typical Bavarian Volksfest, nestled in the unique landscape of the Donaumoos, Bavaria's largest former lowland moor.
Five Festival Days with Family Flair
For five festival days, the Karlshuld festival grounds transform into a classic fairground. Classics like the Ferris wheel with views over the Donaumoos, dodgems, the "Gaudi-Hupferl" swing, and traditional game stalls delight families from the Neuburg-Schrobenhausen district and neighboring regions.
Regional Specialties
Culinary delights at the Volksfest focus on regional specialties: freshly baked Rahmflecken, specialties from the Kartoffelhütte, the popular Allgäuer Seelen, as well as ice cream, sweets, and classic Volksfest fare. The large festival tent forms the heart of the event: live music, refreshments served in Maßkrugs (liter beer mugs), and dance evenings shape the atmosphere. A Buidlhütte – Bavarian for photo booth – provides fun souvenir photos.
Opening and Table Reservations
The Volksfest traditionally begins with a festive beer tapping ceremony. Table reservations for the festival tent are recommended: in 2026, they will take place on Wednesday, April 29, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Those who want to secure a table – perhaps for a family evening or a club meeting – should reserve in advance.
Karlshuld and the Donaumoos
Karlshuld is located in the Donaumoos, the flat, once marshy lowland moor between Ingolstadt and Neuburg an der Donau. The municipality, with around 7,000 inhabitants, owes its existence to the Bavarian moor colonization of the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, it is a center of agricultural activities and the venue for traditional Volksfests. The Donaumoosvolksfest reflects this history: a festival that combines tradition, family culture, and Bavarian hospitality.
Donaumoosvolksfest — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Donaumoosvolksfest in Karlshuld – the 55th edition – runs from Wednesday, April 29, to Sunday, May 3, 2026. The organizer is the municipality of Karlshuld in cooperation with the caterers and showmen.
At the Karlshuld festival grounds, tradition and modern entertainment meet: a Ferris wheel with views of the Donaumoos, dodgems, the "Gaudi-Hupferl" swing, smaller rides, and traditional game stalls. In the festival tent, live music and catering create a lively atmosphere, while surrounding stalls offer culinary variety with Rahmflecken, Kartoffelhütte specialties, Allgäuer Seelen, ice cream, and sweets.
Programme Donaumoosvolksfest 2026
Program 2026
- Wednesday, 04/29/2026 – Table reservations 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Beer tapping ceremony in the evening
- Thursday, 04/30/2026 – Festival operations with live music in the tent
- Friday, 05/01/2026 – Festival day with family program; May festival atmosphere
- Saturday, 05/02/2026 – Grand festival evening in the beer tent
- Sunday, 05/03/2026 – Family day, winding down in the evening
Detailed daily programs will be published by the municipality of Karlshuld and the caterers.
Highlights Donaumoosvolksfest 2026
- 55th Donaumoosvolksfest in Karlshuld
- Ferris wheel with views of the Donaumoos
- Festival tent with live music and dance evenings
- Regional specialties: Rahmflecken, Kartoffelhütte, Allgäuer Seelen
- Table reservations on 04/29 from 10 AM–5 PM
- "Buidlhütte" (photo booth) for fun souvenir photos
Prices Donaumoosvolksfest 2026
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Rides, food, and drinks are paid for on-site; Maßkrug deposit is customary in the festival tent.
Practical information — Donaumoosvolksfest
Getting There
Karlshuld can be reached via the B16 (Ingolstadt–Neuburg) and state roads from the Donaumoos. Easiest by car – parking is available around the festival grounds and at designated spots in the town center.
Table Reservations
Table reservations for the festival tent on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Later reservations are subject to availability; information available from the municipality of Karlshuld.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Rides, food, and drinks are paid for on-site (usually cash). Maßkrug deposit is customary in the festival tent.
Tip
Those who wish to explore the Donaumoos during the day can combine their festival visit with a trip to the nearby Haus im Moos – an open-air museum that vividly portrays the history of moor colonization.
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Where it takes place Donaumoosvolksfest
Festplatz Karlshuld
Festplatz Karlshuld, 86668 Karlshuld