Feuchter Kirchweih
Traditional Franconian Kärwa with a parade
About Feuchter Kärwa
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Franconian Kärwa Tradition
The Kirchweih, called "Kärwa" in Franconia, is one of the fixed highlights of the year. In Feucht, the Kärwa is celebrated as a major folk festival and attracts visitors from all over the Nürnberger Land. It is organized by the market town of Feucht.
Beer Tent, Amusement Rides, and Market
On the Kirchweihplatz, guests can expect a traditional beer tent with freshly tapped beer and grilled specialties, alongside colorful market stalls, amusement rides, and a varied music program ranging from brass bands to party entertainment. The event kicks off with the ceremonial tapping of the first beer keg (»Ozapft is«) by the First Mayor.
Grand Parade on Kirchweihsonntag
The highlight is the grand parade on Kirchweihsonntag, featuring the Markt Feucht brass band, horse-drawn carriages, decorated floats, traditional costumes, and acrobatic performances. The ceremonial dancing around the Kärwabaum (fair pole) is also part of the tradition. On this Sunday, the shops are also open. A family afternoon with reduced prices rounds off the program.
Meeting Point of the Region
The Feuchter Kärwa combines customs, conviviality, and folk festival atmosphere, serving as an important meeting point for the market community of Feucht and its neighboring towns.
Feuchter Kärwa — edition 2026
From July 17 to 22, 2026, Feucht will celebrate its Kärwa on the Kirchweihplatz. The event kicks off on Friday, July 17, at 7:00 PM with the beer tapping ceremony by the First Mayor, featuring festival host Denny Morawski and master brewer Georg Hofmann. On Kirchweihsonntag, July 19, at 1:30 PM, the grand parade will march through the town with the Markt Feucht brass band, horse-drawn carriages, decorated floats, traditional costumes, and acrobats; shops will also be open on this Sunday. A family afternoon with reduced prices complements the program.
Programme Feuchter Kärwa 2026
- Friday, July 17, 7:00 PM: Beer tapping ceremony by the First Mayor
- Sunday, July 19, 1:30 PM: Grand parade with brass band, carriages, and floats
- Ceremonial dancing around the Kärwabaum
- Beer tent, amusement rides, and market stalls throughout the festival days
- Family afternoon with reduced prices
Highlights Feuchter Kärwa 2026
- Beer tapping ceremony »Ozapft is« to kick things off
- Grand parade on Kirchweihsonntag
- Traditional beer tent and amusement rides
- Sunday shopping
Prices Feuchter Kärwa 2026
Free access to the festival grounds. Food, drinks, and amusement rides are subject to a charge; family afternoon with reduced prices.
Practical information — Feuchter Kärwa
Getting There
Feucht is located in the Nürnberger Land district southeast of Nuremberg, easily accessible via the A6/A9 motorways and the S-Bahn suburban train. The festival takes place on the Kirchweihplatz.
Admission
The Kirchweih is an open folk festival with free access to the fairgrounds. Food, drinks, and amusement rides are subject to a charge; family afternoon with reduced prices.
Contact
Markt Feucht, Events Office, Brauhausgasse 13, 90537 Feucht, Phone +49 9128 9167920. Further information at www.feucht.de.
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