Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald)
Traditional Kirmes in Simmern (Westerwald) in the Montabaur municipal association
About Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald)
Westerwald Village Kirmes
The Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald) is one of the traditional summer kirmes (fairs) of the Montabaur municipal association and is anchored in the official Kirmes calendar 2026 of the Montabaur VG (as of October 2025). It follows a long line of Westerwald kirmes dates that take place every weekend of the summer in a different municipality of the association, shaping rural festival life.
Three Days (Friday to Sunday) Program
From July 24, 2026, to July 26, 2026, the kirmes offers a classic Westerwald program including the opening of the festival tent with a keg tapping ceremony, dance and disco evenings, Frühschoppen (morning pint) on Sunday with club participation, and a family afternoon with coffee, cake, and a carousel. Food stalls, sweet shops, and drink stands complement the festival tent events.
Club and Village Life
The kirmes is organized by local clubs and the local council, who combine their efforts for the joint summer festival. The fire brigade, sports clubs, music clubs, carnival associations, and youth groups participate in the program and catering. This makes the kirmes more than just an amusement area: it is an expression of a vibrant village community and living tradition in the Westerwald.
Simmern (Westerwald) in the Westerwald District
Simmern (Westerwald) is part of the Montabaur municipal association in the Westerwald district, one of the most populous and densely populated municipal associations in the Westerwald.
Simmern (Westerwald) is located near Höhr-Grenzhausen and belongs to the Montabaur VG.
Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald) — edition 2026
Three Days (Friday to Sunday) of Festival Operations
From July 24, 2026, to July 26, 2026, the kirmes offers a classic Westerwald program including the opening of the festival tent, dance evenings, Frühschoppen (morning pint), and a family afternoon.
Club Life
The local clubs and the municipal council organize the program together.
Programme Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald) 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in early summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- Friday, July 24, 2026: Opening with keg tapping ceremony, disco or dance evening in the festival tent.
- Saturday: Live music or party band in the festival tent.
- Sunday, July 26, 2026: Frühschoppen (morning pint) with club participation, family afternoon with coffee and cake.
Current detailed information will be communicated by the organizer in advance.
Highlights Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald) 2026
- Three days (Friday to Sunday) of Westerwald village kirmes
- Festival tent with live music and dance evenings
- Frühschoppen (morning pint) and family afternoon
- Club participation and catering
Prices Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald) 2026
Admission to the kirmes grounds is free. Food, drinks, and rides are to be paid for on site.
Practical information — Kirmes Simmern (Westerwald)
Date 2026: July 24, 2026, to July 26, 2026 (three days (Friday to Sunday)).
Location: Festival grounds / village center Simmern (Westerwald), 56337 Simmern, Westerwald district, Rhineland-Palatinate.
Admission: free.
Getting there: By car via the A 3 (Montabaur exit) or the B 49/B 255. By public transport from Montabaur train station via regional bus.
Organizers: Local council of Simmern and clubs, Montabaur VG.
Source: Official Kirmes calendar 2026 of the Montabaur municipal association (PDF, as of October 2025).
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