Name: Kärwa Lind-Zirndorf (Kärwa Season Opening) 2026
Start: 2026-05-13T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-14T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Ortsteil Lind, Zirndorf

Kärwa Lind

About Kärwa Lind

In May, the Kärwa in the Lind district of Zirndorf traditionally opens the Franconian Kirchweih (fair) season for Zirndorf and the district of Fürth. For one weekend, the village celebrates its Kärwa with brass music, beer, bratwurst, and living Franconian Kirchweih customs. Organized by the Lind Kirchweih Association, it's the convivial kick-off to a season full of Kärwa festivals – a highlight in the Zirndorf event calendar.

Dates 13 May — 14 May 2026

Venue Zirndorf (09573)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Kärwa Lind — edition 2026

The Kärwa in the Lind district of Zirndorf will take place on May 13 and 14, 2026, opening the Franconian Kärwa season for Zirndorf and the district of Fürth. A weekend of brass music, beer, bratwurst, and living Franconian Kirchweih customs. The Kärwa is listed as one of the event highlights in Zirndorf for 2026.

Kärwa Season Opening 2026

The Kärwa Lind 2026 on May 13-14 marks the traditional opening of the Franconian Kärwa season for Zirndorf and the district of Fürth. Organized by the Lind Kirchweih Association, the district transforms for a weekend into a festival backdrop with brass music, beer service, bratwurst, and Franconian Kirchweih customs. The Kärwa is listed as one of the event highlights in Zirndorf for 2026.

Highlights Kärwa Lind 2026

Traditional opening of the Franconian Kärwa season
Organized by the Lind Kirchweih Association
Brass music, beer, and bratwurst
Living Franconian Kirchweih customs
Event highlight in the Zirndorf calendar

Programme Kärwa Lind 2026

May 13–14, 2026

Franconian Kärwa in the Lind district
Brass music, beer service, bratwurst
Kirchweih customs of the Lind Kirchweih Association
Season opening for Zirndorf and the district of Fürth

Prices Kärwa Lind 2026

Entry is free. Costs are only incurred for food and drinks.

Practical information

Practical information — Kärwa Lind

Getting There

Lind is a district of Zirndorf in the district of Fürth, accessible via regional roads from Fürth or Nuremberg. Zirndorf is well-connected to public transport.

Admission

Entry is free. Costs are only incurred for food and drinks.

Tip

The Kärwa Lind takes place only on one weekend. Current dates can be found via Zirndorf Marketing or the Lind Kirchweih Association.

Opening of the Kärwa Season

The Kirchweih – called "Kärwa" or "Kerwa" in Franconia – shapes the region's festival life from May until autumn. In the Lind district of Zirndorf in the district of Fürth (Bavaria), the Kärwa traditionally takes place early in the year, thus serving as the season opening for Zirndorf and the district of Fürth – the convivial kick-off to a whole series of Kirchweihen.

Franconian Kärwa Customs

For one weekend, Lind transforms into a festival backdrop. The Franconian Kärwa includes brass music, hearty beer, bratwurst, and the convivial gathering of the village community. The Kärwa is organized by the Lind Kirchweih Association, which preserves and passes on the customs. The Franconian Kärwa thrives on its traditional rituals and the commitment of its associations.

Part of Zirndorf's Festival Culture

Zirndorf near Nuremberg is known for its rich association and festival life. The Kärwa in Lind is one of the annual event highlights and represents the close connection of customs, community, and local pride in Middle Franconia.

Atmosphere

Brass music, beer tent atmosphere, and exuberant conviviality: The Kärwa Lind is a typical Franconian village festival – down-to-earth, warm, and tradition-conscious. If you want to experience the opening of the Franconian Kärwa season, this is the place to be.