Kerwe Obermoschel
Traditional Kerwe in the smallest town in the Palatinate with music and party program, parade, and a grand fireworks display
About Kerwe Obermoschel
The Kerwe in Obermoschel is the annual folk festival of the smallest town in the Palatinate, organized by TuS Landsberg Obermoschel. For four days, the festival grounds on Bahnhofstraße are transformed into a festival mile with music, catering, a traditional parade, and a grand fireworks display as the highlight.
In 2026, the Kerwe will run from Saturday, August 8th to Tuesday, August 11th. Music and party programs on all days, the traditional parade on Sunday, and the fireworks display are among the fixed program points. Further details will be communicated in the advance announcement.
Obermoschel — the smallest town in the Palatinate
Obermoschel in the Donnersbergkreis, with fewer than 1,000 inhabitants, is the smallest town in the Palatinate and has held town rights since the Middle Ages. The historic buildings, the nearby Moschellandsburg castle, and its rural-romantic location in the Alsenztal shape the townscape. Despite its size, Obermoschel is culturally active – the Kerwe is one of the annual highlights.
Kerwe — Tradition and Customs
The "Kerwe" (Kirchweihfest, church consecration festival) is a Palatinate folk festival tradition that originated from the religious consecration festival of the parish church and has developed over the centuries into a multi-day secular folk festival. Palatinate specialties, wine, beer, music, dance, and community characterize the Kerwe, each with its own accents and peculiarities in every Palatinate town.
Organizer TuS Landsberg
The Kerwe is organized by TuS Landsberg Obermoschel, the town's traditional gymnastics and sports club. The volunteer-led organization, the setup of the festival infrastructure, and the execution of the program are a community effort that the club delivers at a high level every year. The proceeds from the Kerwe flow back into the club's activities.
Fireworks Display as the Climax
The grand fireworks display is the most visually and atmospherically impressive element of the Kerwe. The firework effects illuminate the festival grounds and the North Palatinate landscape and are visible from afar. The fireworks are not only a spectacle for the festival visitors but also a communal event for the entire town and its surroundings.
Kerwe Obermoschel — edition 2026
The Kerwe Obermoschel 2026 runs from Saturday, August 8th to Tuesday, August 11th at the Bahnhofstraße festival grounds. Four days of music and party programs, a traditional parade, and a grand fireworks display as the highlight characterize this Palatinate folk festival in the smallest town in the Palatinate. Organized by TuS Landsberg Obermoschel.
The exact program for 2026 is an advance announcement; further details will be published by the organizer in the summer. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years.
Programme Kerwe Obermoschel 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in the summer. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
- Saturday 08/08/2026: Kerwe opening, live music in the evening
- Sunday 09/08/2026: Traditional parade, catering all day, family program
- Monday 10/08/2026: Marquee program
- Tuesday 11/08/2026: Final festival day with grand fireworks display
- Catering: Palatinate specialties, beer, wine, Saumagen, Bratwurst, Riesling slices
- Music: Live bands, DJ, Schlager, cover acts
- Parade: Traditional Kerwe parade on Sunday
- Fireworks: Grand fireworks display as the festival highlight
Current details on obermoschel.de and from the organizer TuS Landsberg.
Highlights Kerwe Obermoschel 2026
- Palatinate Kerwe in the smallest town in the Palatinate
- Music and party program on all days
- Traditional parade on Sunday
- Grand fireworks display as the highlight
- Organized by TuS Landsberg
Prices Kerwe Obermoschel 2026
Free entry to the festival grounds, catering à la carte. Marquee concerts may be subject to a charge.
Practical information — Kerwe Obermoschel
Date 2026
Saturday, August 8th to Tuesday, August 11th, 2026.
Location
Festival grounds Bahnhofstraße, 67823 Obermoschel, Donnersbergkreis.
Admission
Free entry to the festival grounds, catering à la carte. Admission to marquee concerts may be subject to a charge.
Getting There
By car via the A63 or B48. Parking available on the outskirts of town. Public transport: Alsenz train station with bus connection to Obermoschel.
Recommendations
Summer clothing, possibly a warm jacket for the evenings. Cash for catering. Overnight stay in Obermoschel or the surrounding area recommended. Combination with a visit to the Moschellandsburg castle is possible.
Contact
TuS Landsberg Obermoschel: [email protected]
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