Name: Kirchweih Zerzabelshof Nürnberg 2026
Start: 2026-05-22T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-25T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Zerzabelshof

Zabo-Kärwa

About Zabo-Kärwa

The Kirchweih in Zerzabelshof – lovingly called "Zabo-Kärwa" by locals – is one of Nuremberg's traditional district Kirchweihs. In the Franconian east of the city, residents celebrate a convivial Volksfest together with guests, featuring fairground rides, carousels, beer stands, and Franconian specialties. The Kärwa is an integral part of Nuremberg's festival calendar and preserves the centuries-old tradition of the Franconian Kirchweih as a lively district festival with a neighborly character.

Dates 22 May — 25 May 2026

Venue Nürnberg (09564)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Zabo-Kärwa — edition 2026

The Kirchweih Zerzabelshof will take place from May 22 to 25, 2026. For four days, the Nuremberg district invites you to enjoy fairground rides, carousels, and Franconian specialties. The dates are listed in the official Kirchweih calendar of the city of Nuremberg.

From May 22 to 25, 2026, the Nuremberg district of Zerzabelshof will celebrate its traditional "Zabo-Kärwa". For four days, guests can expect a convivial Volksfest with beer stands, carousels and rides, snack stalls with Franconian specialties, as well as live music and entertainment.

The dates are taken from the official Kirchweih calendar of the city of Nuremberg and the overview directory of the 2026 Kirchweih season. The Kärwa is supported by the Vorstadtverein Zabo e.V. and represents the vibrant preservation of Franconian customs in the east of the city.

Highlights Zabo-Kärwa 2026

Traditional Franconian district Kirchweih
Four days of fairground attractions in eastern Nuremberg
Free entry to the Kirchweih grounds
Family-friendly program

Programme Zabo-Kärwa 2026

Festival Schedule

Fairground attractions with beer stands and Franconian gastronomy
Carousels and rides
Snack stalls with regional specialties
Live music and entertainment for the whole family

Prices Zabo-Kärwa 2026

Free entry to the Kirchweih grounds. Food, drinks, and rides are paid for on-site.

Practical information

Practical information — Zabo-Kärwa

Getting There

Zerzabelshof is located in eastern Nuremberg and is accessible by tram and bus from the city center via VGN. Travel by public transport is recommended.

Admission

Entry to the Kirchweih grounds is free. Food, drinks, and rides are paid for on-site.

Franconian Kirchweih Tradition

The Kirchweih, known as "Kärwa" in Franconia, is one of the region's oldest and most important folk festivals. Originally a festival to consecrate the local church, it has evolved over the centuries into a convivial district festival. The Kirchweih in Zerzabelshof joins the ranks of the numerous district Kirchweihs that Nuremberg celebrates throughout the year in the Bavarian metropolitan region.

Volksfest in Eastern Nuremberg

Zerzabelshof, "Zabo" for short, is a district in eastern Nuremberg with a strong club life and distinct local character. The Kärwa is traditionally supported by the Vorstadtverein Zabo e.V. and offers fairground attractions with beer stands, carousels and rides, snack stalls with Franconian specialties, as well as live music and entertainment for the whole family.

District Festival with Tradition

Unlike large commercial folk festivals, the Zabo-Kärwa thrives on its neighborly character and the commitment of local clubs. It is a meeting point for residents and guests from all over Nuremberg and represents the vibrant preservation of Franconian customs in the state of Bavaria.

Nuremberg and Franconia

Nuremberg, an independent city in Middle Franconia, is known for its rich festival culture – from the Christkindlesmarkt to the district Kirchweihs celebrated throughout the year. The Kirchweih Zerzabelshof is an authentic example of the lived Franconian Kärwa tradition.