Kirchweih Adelsdorf
Traditional Franconian Kärwa around St. Stephanus
About Kerwa Adelsdorf
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Kerwa – Heart of the Franconian Festival Calendar
The Kirchweih, known as "Kerwa" or "Kärwa" in Franconia, is one of the most important traditional festivals in the municipalities of Middle Franconia. In Adelsdorf, a municipality in the Erlangen-Höchstadt district of Bavaria, the Kirchweih is a highlight of the year. It commemorates the consecration of the parish church of St. Stephanus on October 26, 1909.
Date in the Golden October
The Adelsdorf Kirchweih is celebrated on the third Sunday in October. The autumn date has historical reasons: only when the agricultural work was completed could people celebrate exuberantly. The festival is organized by the Adelsdorfer Burschen e.V., who have preserved the Kirchweih customs for generations.
Customs and Festival Program
The Adelsdorf Kärwa includes fixed customs: the raising of the Kerwabaum on Saturday afternoon, accompanied by the Adelsdorf musicians, the beer tapping ceremony by the mayor, which opens the festival in the tent on the market square, the celebratory service in St. Stephanus with a subsequent consecration meal, and the traditional "Betzen Raustanzen" (a dance ritual). In addition, there are food stalls, amusement rides, children's activities, and live music.
Several Kirchweihen in the Municipality
In addition to the main Kirchweih in Adelsdorf, other Kirchweihen are celebrated in the municipality: in Aisch on the first Sunday in August, in Neuhaus on the second Sunday after Ägidius in September, and in Weppersdorf on the fourth Sunday in September. This diversity underscores the vibrant Kirchweih tradition in the Erlangen-Höchstadt district.
Kerwa Adelsdorf — edition 2026
The Kärwa 2026 extends over the weekend of October 18. On Saturday afternoon, accompanied by the Adelsdorf musicians, the Kerwabaum will be erected. The beer tapping ceremony by the mayor opens the festival in the tent on the market square. On the festival Sunday, the celebratory service in St. Stephanus with a subsequent consecration meal and the traditional "Betzen Raustanzen" are the focal points. Food stalls, amusement rides, children's activities, and live music – in previous years including party bands and DJs – complete the program. The detailed program will be published by the Adelsdorfer Burschen e.V.
Programme Kerwa Adelsdorf 2026
Saturday (Day before Festival Sunday)
- approx. 3:00 PM — Raising of the Kerwabaum, accompanied by the Adelsdorf musicians
- Beer tapping ceremony by the mayor, opening of the festival tent on the market square
- Live music and festival activities
Sunday, October 18, 2026 (Festival Sunday)
- 9:30 AM — Festive service in St. Stephanus
- from 11:30 AM — Consecration meal
- approx. 3:00 PM — Traditional "Betzen Raustanzen"
- Amusement rides, children's activities, food stalls, live music
Other Kirchweihen in the Municipality
- Aisch: 1st Sunday in August
- Neuhaus: 2nd Sunday after Ägidius (September)
- Weppersdorf: 4th Sunday in September
Highlights Kerwa Adelsdorf 2026
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Practical information — Kerwa Adelsdorf
Getting There
Adelsdorf is located in the Erlangen-Höchstadt district between Erlangen and Höchstadt an der Aisch. Reachable by car via the A3 (exit Höchstadt-Ost) or the B470. The festival activities are concentrated on the market square and the town center.
Date
Third Sunday in October (2026: October 18), with festival activities over several days (tree raising on Saturday, festival Sunday, winding down).
Admission
Admission is free. Costs are incurred for food, drinks, and amusement rides. Program details available from Adelsdorfer Burschen e.V. or the municipality of Adelsdorf.
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Where it takes place Kerwa Adelsdorf
Marktplatz und Ortsmitte Adelsdorf
Marktplatz Adelsdorf, 91325 Adelsdorf