Gerolstein laughs – Street theatre & Sunday shopping (March)

Gerolstein laughs is one of the most popular city centre events in the Eifel town. Several times a year, GeroTeam e.V. transforms the town centre into an accessible theatre landscape with walking acts, street art, and comedy – always combined with Sunday shopping.

Street Theatre as a Concept

The performers are spread throughout the city centre: stilt walkers roam the pedestrian zone, magicians perform close-up tricks in market squares, comedians improvise with passers-by, and costumed characters surprise visitors by fountains or in front of shop windows. There are no fixed stages – the entire centre becomes the performance area.

Sunday Shopping

In addition to the walking acts, local retail shops are open. Fashion, jewellery, Eifel souvenirs, books, toys – Gerolstein's retailers offer a diverse range of products. Cafés and restaurants complement the experience with culinary offerings.

GeroTeam e.V. as Organiser

The GeroTeam e.V. association brings together retailers, restaurateurs, service providers, and hoteliers from Gerolstein. The aim is to strengthen the city centre as a shopping and experience destination. With events like Gerolstein laughs, Heimat Shoppen, and the Christmas Treff, the association shapes the town's annual event programme.

March Date 2026

The Spring edition 2026 falls on March 8. This early date in the annual calendar marks the start of the outdoor event series in the city centre – with a focus on families, the start of spring, and city marketing. Another edition will follow in June 2026.

Family Offer

With walking acts, magic, comedy, and the safety of a car-free city centre, Gerolstein laughs is an ideal family event – a colourful Sunday in the Eifel.