Over 1,000 horror fans, fire show, and fanfares on the Exe
Halloween has firmly established itself in Germany's annual calendar over the past few decades. Pirmasens has embraced this phenomenon, creating its own event, the Halloween Spectacle, which integrates the American-influenced festival into the Pirmasens cityscape. With over 1,000 costumed participants and many thousands of onlookers, the event is no longer a fringe occurrence but a central date in late autumn.
Three elements define the spectacle: the fantastic creatures — ghosts, vampires, witches, monsters, skeletons, undead, and all other Halloween classics brought to life in the participants' costumes. The fanfares — a musical component that accompanies the proceedings, lending them a ritualistic character. And the fire — the fire show on the Exe as a spectacular visual and atmospheric highlight.
The Exerzierplatz in the centre of Pirmasens is the ideal location for the spectacle. Its size provides space for the fire show and thousands of spectators; its central location makes it accessible from all city centre areas. The pedestrian zone complements the event with the costume parade that winds through the inner city.
Halloween in Pirmasens is a family outing — many come in costume, others as spectators, all sharing a playful willingness to engage with the format. Children especially excel in their costumes, accompanied by their parents. The evening atmosphere, with light effects and the fire show, enhances the experiential character and imbues the occasion with its unique mood.
The 2026 edition continues the proven concept. The exact start time of the spectacle, the list of show acts, and the route of the costume parade will be announced in advance by the City of Pirmasens.
The exact program for 2026, including show times for the fire performance, potential competitions for the best costumes, and culinary offerings, will be communicated by the organizer in October.
Detailed program information will be communicated via the City of Pirmasens.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 (Halloween). Exerzierplatz and pedestrian zone, Pirmasens. Exact start time to be announced by the organizer.
Usually free.
Exerzierplatz is centrally located in Pirmasens city centre.
Costumes welcome. Early arrival is recommended during large crowds.
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