Kirchweih Höchstadt im Engelgarten
Traditional Franconian Kirchweih in the idyllic Engelgarten on the Aisch
About Höchstadter Kirchweih
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Kirchweih on the Banks of the Aisch
The Höchstadter Kirchweih is one of the most traditional folk festivals in Middle Franconia. It takes place annually on the Sunday after the feast of the Apostles Peter and Paul (June 29) in the Engelgarten – an idyllic park with old trees on the banks of the Aisch in Höchstadt a.d.Aisch in the Erlangen-Höchstadt district, Free State of Bavaria.
Marquee, Rides, and Live Music
The Engelgarten, with its old trees, offers a unique festival atmosphere. There are rides, food and drink stalls, and a large marquee that alternates annually between the two Höchstadt breweries. Live music is played on the stage every day – from folk music to rock and pop, with free admission.
Genuine Franconian Kirchweih Customs
The Kirchweih thrives on its customs: the erection of the Kerwabaum with all preparations, the »Kerwa ausgraben« (digging up the Kirchweih), singing the »Kerwas Liedli« (Kirchweih songs), the »Raustanzen« (a traditional dance), and finally the »Kerwa eingraben« (burying the Kirchweih). These traditions are maintained by the local heritage and beautification association and Kirchweih enthusiasts.
Family Day and Program
A highlight is the Family Day (Tuesday) with discounted rides, senior citizen activities, and a children's program. The Kirchweih in the Engelgarten is an integral part of the Höchstadt festival calendar and contributes significantly to the cultural identity of the town in the Aischgrund region.
Höchstadter Kirchweih — edition 2026
The 2026 Kirchweih in the Engelgarten will take place from July 3 to 7, 2026. The Engelgarten, with its old trees on the banks of the Aisch, will transform into a festival meadow with a large marquee, rides, and food and drink stalls.
Live music is played every day on stage, from folk music to rock and pop, with free admission. Genuine Franconian Kirchweih customs are maintained: erection of the Kerwabaum, »Kerwa ausgraben«, Kerwas Liedli, Raustanzen, and »Kerwa eingraben«. On Kirchweih Sunday, shops are allowed to open from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM; Family Day on Tuesday offers discounted rides and a children's program.
Programme Höchstadter Kirchweih 2026
Friday, July 3, 2026
- Erection of the Kerwabaum, opening of the Kirchweih
- Live music in the marquee
Saturday, July 4, 2026
- »Kerwa ausgraben«, singing of the Kerwas Liedli
- Live music on stage (folk music to rock/pop)
Sunday, July 5, 2026
- Kirchweih Sunday, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM shops open
- Festival with rides and live music
Monday, July 6, 2026
- Festival, live music in the marquee
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 — Family Day
- discounted rides, senior citizen activities, children's program
- »Raustanzen« and final »Kerwa eingraben«
Highlights Höchstadter Kirchweih 2026
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Getting There
Höchstadt a.d.Aisch is located in the Erlangen-Höchstadt district, easily accessible via the A3 (Höchstadt-Ost / Höchstadt-Nord exit) and the B470. The Engelgarten is located close to the town center on the banks of the Aisch.
Admission
Admission to the Kirchweih and the live music in the marquee is free. Rides, food, and drinks are subject to a charge.
Sunday Shopping
On Kirchweih Sunday, shops are usually allowed to open from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
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Engelgarten an der Aisch
Engelgarten, 91315 Höchstadt a.d.Aisch