Eibacher Kärwa
The traditional district fair of the Eibach/Maiach suburban association in Nuremberg
About Eibacher Kärwa
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Franconian Kirchweih Tradition in Nuremberg-Eibach
The Eibacher Kärwa is the district fair (Kirchweih) of the Nuremberg district of Eibach, organized by the Vorstadtverein Nürnberg-Eibach/Maiach e.V. It is one of the traditional Kirchweihen in the major city of Nuremberg and takes place on the festival grounds at the Eichenhain.
Marquee, Rides, and Customs
For several days, visitors can expect a marquee, rides, and stalls. Customs are at the heart of the event: the raising of the children's maypole, the official beer tapping by the Mayor of Nuremberg, the Kärwazug (fair procession) followed by the raising of the main maypole, and an ecumenical church service.
Family Day and Kärwabeerdigung
The event traditionally concludes with a family day featuring reduced prices, face painting, and a closing ceremony — crowned by fireworks and the humorous Kärwabeerdigung, with which the Kirchweih is symbolically laid to rest.
Nuremberg — A City of Kirchweihen in Middle Franconia
Nuremberg, an independent city in Middle Franconia, Bavaria, maintains a vibrant Franconian Kirchweih tradition with numerous district fairs. The Eibacher Kärwa is one of the fixed summer dates in the south of the city.
Eibacher Kärwa — edition 2026
The Eibacher Kärwa 2026 will be celebrated from June 19 to 23, 2026, at the festival grounds in Eichenhain, Nuremberg-Eibach. The organizer is the Vorstadtverein Nürnberg-Eibach/Maiach e.V.
The schedule follows established customs: raising of the children's maypole, the official beer tapping by the Mayor of Nuremberg, the Kärwazug (fair procession) with the raising of the main maypole and an ecumenical church service, as well as the family day with reduced prices, face painting, and the concluding Kärwabeerdigung (fair burial) with fireworks. The detailed program for 2026, including the individual music groups, will be published by the Vorstadtverein before the Kärwa.
Programme Eibacher Kärwa 2026
Program 2026 (June 19–23)
- Friday — Raising of the children's maypole (afternoon); official beer tapping by the Mayor of Nuremberg (evening)
- Saturday — Kärwazug through the district, raising of the main maypole, ecumenical church service; marquee entertainment with music
- Sunday — Festival activities, music program in the marquee, rides
- Closing Day — Family day with reduced prices and face painting; closing ceremony, fireworks, and Kärwabeerdigung (fair burial)
The specific music groups and the exact timetable for 2026 will be announced by the Vorstadtverein Nürnberg-Eibach/Maiach e.V. before the Kärwa; a complete list of names was not yet publicly available at the time of publication.
Highlights Eibacher Kärwa 2026
- Raising of the children's maypole
- Beer tapping by the Mayor of Nuremberg
- Kärwazug with raising of the main maypole
- Family day with reduced prices
- Fireworks and Kärwabeerdigung (fair burial)
Prices Eibacher Kärwa 2026
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Reduced prices apply to the rides on family day; food and drinks are available on site.
Practical information — Eibacher Kärwa
Getting There
The festival grounds are located at the Eichenhain in the Nuremberg district of Eibach and are accessible via the city and public transport. Travel by bus and train is recommended.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free; reduced prices apply to the rides on family day.
Organizer
Vorstadtverein Nürnberg-Eibach/Maiach e.V.
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Where it takes place Eibacher Kärwa
Eichenhain, Nürnberg-Eibach