48th Friesoyther Maitage 2026

48 Years of Friesoyther City Festival Tradition

The Friesoyther Maitage are the most traditional city festival in Friesoythe and have been celebrated for almost five decades. The 48th edition in 2026 falls on the last weekend of April — April 25th and 26th. For two days, the city center of this West Oldenburg town transforms into a continuous festival mile, heralding spring with a large, cross-generational community festival.

Program Saturday and Sunday

The 2026 Maitage are clearly structured:

• Saturday, April 25th, from 2:00 PM: Opening of the city festival, Maypole raising, live music on several stages, catering in the streets and alleys, evening festival program until late.
• Sunday, April 26th, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM: Family day with vintage car show, children's program, live music, all-day catering, Sunday shopping.

The city center is completely closed during the festival — meaning no car traffic, but space for stalls, stages, performances, and strollers.

Hansaplatz — Street Food Festival from Friday Evening

A special program highlight is the Street Food Days on Hansaplatz, which begin on Friday evening and provide a culinary start to the city festival. Food trucks from the region and beyond present their specialties — from burgers and pulled pork to vegetarian and vegan options and sweet classics. A format that particularly attracts the younger generation and families.

Maypole, Vintage Cars, Live Music

Three characteristic program elements define the Maitage:

• Maypole — as a symbol of spring, at the center of the festival grounds.
• Vintage Car Show — historic vehicles arrive, owners provide information, enthusiasts meet.
• Live Music — stages with local bands, cover artists, and DJ sets throughout the weekend.