Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim
Five-day wine festival in Meckenheim with 13 serving points — 2026 sees the comeback of the historic Pfarrhof after a seven-year break
About Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim
The 'Gässel' as the Festival Ground
Meckenheim is a compact Palatinate wine village located between Deidesheim and Haßloch. Its historic village center consists of a network of small alleys — 'Gässel' in the Palatinate dialect — with winegrowers' courtyards, small squares, and inner courtyards. The idea of the Gässelweinkerwe is brilliant in its simplicity: instead of one large festival area, the entire network of the village center becomes the festival ground. 13 serving points are spread throughout the alleys and courtyards, and visitors walk between them on foot — discovering the Palatinate village from a very unique perspective.
Pfarrhof Celebrates Comeback in 2026
2026 marks a special edition: after a seven-year break, the historic Pfarrhof will once again be part of the Kerwe. The venerable courtyard, one of the oldest buildings in the village, will be managed for the first time by the young Weingut Lukas Metz — a rejuvenation for one of the most traditional stops on the event.
Program and Music
The opening takes place on Friday, May 29, 2026, starting at 6 PM with a small procession from Sandgasse 34. Around 6:30 PM, the traditional Kerwebaum will be erected on the village square. On the following days, the music program changes: DJ Schanze (Friday 8 PM), Only Plan (Saturday 8 PM), Königsbacher Blasmusik (Sunday 11 AM), Stephan Münch (Sunday 2:30 PM), and DJ Rob G (Sunday 5 PM) as well as Achim Kaul (Monday 6 PM) will play on the village square. At Weingut Braun, brass bands, acoustic groups, and local musicians will provide the musical entertainment from Friday to Tuesday. In the Antikhof, the group just4fun will play on Saturday at 5 PM.
Atmosphere and Palatinate Way of Life
The Gässelweinkerwe is described by many Palatinate locals as one of the coziest and most atmospheric Kerwen in the region. The distribution across several courtyards and alleys ensures constantly changing moods — from the traditional 'Frühschoppen' (morning pint) character of a club festival to the modern, younger wine estate courtyard with a DJ and cocktail bar.
Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim — edition 2026
The 2026 edition marks a special year for Meckenheim: the historic Pfarrhof returns as a serving point after a seven-year break. The venerable Weingut Lukas Metz takes over the management — a rejuvenation for one of the most traditional Kerwe stations.
Opening on Friday, May 29, from 6 PM with a procession starting from Sandgasse 34, raising of the Kerwebaum at 6:30 PM on the village square. Five days of full operation with live music in several courtyards.
Programme Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim 2026
Program 2026
- Friday, May 29, 2026, 6 PM — Procession from Sandgasse 34, opening. 6:30 PM Raising of the Kerwebaum. 8 PM DJ Schanze on the village square.
- Saturday, May 30, 2026 — Full operation. 5 PM concert by just4fun in the Antikhof. 8 PM concert by Only Plan on the village square.
- Sunday, May 31, 2026 — 11 AM Königsbacher Blasmusik. 2:30 PM Stephan Münch. 5 PM DJ Rob G. Morning pint and family program.
- Monday, June 1, 2026 — Palatinate Kerwemontag. 6 PM concert by Achim Kaul on the village square.
- Tuesday, June 2, 2026 — Festival winding down in the evening.
Serving Points
13 serving points, spread across the village square, Sandgasse, Pfarrhof (Comeback 2026, Weingut Lukas Metz), Weingut Braun, Antikhof, and other courtyards. At Weingut Braun, brass bands and acoustic musicians play from Friday to Tuesday.
Highlights Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim 2026
- Comeback of the historic Pfarrhof after 7 years
- 13 serving points in the alleys
- Five days of festivities from Friday to Tuesday
- Raising of the Kerwebaum on Friday
- Diverse music program in several courtyards
Prices Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim 2026
Free admission. Wines and food are paid for at the serving points.
Practical information — Gässelweinkerwe Meckenheim
Date 2026
Friday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (five days).
Opening
Friday, May 29 from 6 PM at Sandgasse 34 with a small procession. 6:30 PM Raising of the Kerwebaum on the village square.
Getting There
Meckenheim is located between Deidesheim and Haßloch on the B 271. By train: RB to Deidesheim or Haßloch, then bus or taxi. Parking is available on the outskirts of the village.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Wines and food are paid for individually at the 13 serving points.
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