GKG Saarraketen Prunksitzungen
Carnival Session 2025/26 of the Saarbrücken Carnival Society Saarraketen in the Festhalle Güdingen
About Saarraketen Prunksitzungen
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66 Years of Saarland Carnival in Güdingen
The Große Karnevalsgesellschaft (GKG) Saarraketen was founded in 1959 in Güdingen – a district of Saarbrücken located directly on the French border. With 66 years of existence, it is one of the oldest and most active carnival societies in the Saarbrücken regional association. The opening of the 2025/26 season took place on November 15, 2025, with a celebratory ceremony and a concert by the band "Happy Sound" at the Festhalle Güdingen.
Four Events Shape the 2025/26 Season
The GKG Saarraketen season comprises four main events at the Festhalle Güdingen (Saargemünder Straße 157):
- Seniors' Session on January 25, 2026, at 3 PM
- 1st Gala Session on January 31, 2026, at 8:11 PM
- 2nd Gala Session on February 7, 2026, at 8:11 PM
- Children's Masked Ball on February 15, 2026, at 3 PM
Own Dance, Singing, and Speech Groups
The Saarraketen maintain several performance ensembles: dance groups from kindergarten to adult level, singing groups, speakers (Bütt, political impromptu speeches), and technical and decoration teams. They largely organize the gala sessions themselves – guest performances usually serve as accents.
Güdingen – Saarbrücken's Southernmost District
Güdingen is located directly on the French border, opposite the French town of Sarreguemines. This location shapes the society's Saarland identity – "Saarraketen" is not just a jester's name but an allusion to the Saarland's industrial tradition (iron and steel rocket promotion) and the international position of Saarland.
Activities Beyond the Season
The GKG Saarraketen also participate in the central Saarbrücken season opening of the VSK (Association of Saarland Carnival Societies) on November 11 and in the Rose Monday parade in Burbach on February 16, 2026. Thus, they are part of the Saarland carnival network and an important player in Saarbrücken's carnival.
Saarraketen Prunksitzungen — edition 2026
The organizer is GKG Saarraketen Güdingen. Tickets are available via tickets.saarraketen.de and at Schadt Werbung Saarbrücken. The two major gala sessions tend to sell out quickly.
Programme Saarraketen Prunksitzungen 2026
Sunday, January 25, 2026 — Seniors' Session (3:00 PM)
- 3:00 PM — Welcome of seniors at Festhalle Güdingen
- 3:30 PM — Stage program with dance, singing, and speech performances
- 6:00 PM — Session ends
Saturday, January 31, 2026 — 1st Gala Session (8:11 PM)
- 8:11 PM — Entry of the guard and season opening
- Dance performances by Saarraketen's children, youth, and adult dance groups
- Speeches (Bütt) and comedy acts
- Male ballet
- 11:00 PM — Session ends, followed by an after-party
Saturday, February 7, 2026 — 2nd Gala Session (8:11 PM)
- 8:11 PM — Repeat of the 1st Gala Session with additions
- 11:00 PM — Session ends
Sunday, February 15, 2026 — Children's Masked Ball (3:00 PM)
- 3:00 PM — Opening of the Children's Masked Ball
- 3:30 PM — Performance by the children's dance group and entertainment for the youngest carnivalists
- 5:00 PM — Mask competition awards
- 6:00 PM — Ball ends
Highlights Saarraketen Prunksitzungen 2026
- 66 years of GKG Saarraketen tradition
- Two major gala sessions (Jan 31 and Feb 7)
- Seniors' Session on Sunday afternoon
- Family-friendly Children's Masked Ball
- Sold-out venues expected
Prices Saarraketen Prunksitzungen 2026
Tickets: Seniors' Session approx. €12–€18, Gala Sessions €20–€30, Children's Masked Ball free entry or small contribution. Advance sales via tickets.saarraketen.de and Schadt Werbung.
Practical information — Saarraketen Prunksitzungen
Getting There
By Car: Take the A6 exit Saarbrücken-Eschberg or from France via Sarreguemines. By Train: Saarbrücken Hauptbahnhof (main station), then take the Saarbahn S1 or bus 121/123 to Güdingen.
Parking
Parking is available around the Festhalle Güdingen and in the side streets.
Tickets
Advance sales via tickets.saarraketen.de or at Schadt Werbung in Saarbrücken. Popular sessions often sell out.
Dress Code
While not strictly mandatory, costumes are highly encouraged. Most guests come in disguise.
Tip
Attend the Seniors' Session (January 25) for a more relaxed format or the Children's Masked Ball (February 15) with the family. The two major gala sessions on January 31 and February 7 are the main events.
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Where it takes place Saarraketen Prunksitzungen
Festhalle Güdingen
Festhalle Güdingen, Saargemünder Straße 157, 66130 Saarbrücken