Kirwa FFW Schmidgaden (Schmigoner Kirwa)
Traditional Upper Palatinate Kirwa of the FFW Schmidgaden
About Schmigoner Kirwa
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The Upper Palatinate Kirwa
The Kirwa – the Kirchweih – is one of the most vibrant and popular traditions in the Upper Palatinate. Originally a festival to consecrate the local church, it is now a multi-day village festival with deep-rooted rituals. In Schmidgaden, in the district of Schwandorf (state of Bavaria), the Schmidgaden Volunteer Fire Brigade organizes the "Schmigoner Kirwa".
Marksmen, Brass Band Music, and Party Atmosphere
The venue is the BRK-Haus in Schmidgaden. The Kirwa includes marksmen, who loudly open the festival, hearty brass band music, beer service, and exuberant party atmosphere. The mix of tradition during the day and celebration in the evening makes the Upper Palatinate Kirwa particularly appealing – a festival for all generations.
Supported by the Fire Brigade
Like many village festivals in Bavaria, the Schmigoner Kirwa thrives on volunteer commitment: The Schmidgaden Volunteer Fire Brigade organizes the festival, bringing the village community together. Schmidgaden maintains a rich Kirwa culture – in addition to the main Kirwa organized by the fire brigade, there are other Kirchweihen in the districts throughout the year.
Atmosphere
Gunshots, brass band music, and a lively atmosphere in the festival tent: The Schmigoner Kirwa stands for unadulterated Upper Palatinate Kirwa culture. Anyone who wants to experience a real Kirwa is in the right place here – down-to-earth, tradition-conscious, and with plenty of fun.
Schmigoner Kirwa — edition 2026
Schmigoner Kirwa 2026
The Schmidgaden Volunteer Fire Brigade is organizing the Schmigoner Kirwa 2026 from August 15 to 17 at the BRK-Haus Schmidgaden. The Kirwa includes marksmen for the opening, hearty brass band music, beer service, and an exuberant party atmosphere – a true Upper Palatinate Kirchweih over three days.
Schmidgaden maintains a rich Kirwa culture: In addition to the main Kirwa, other Kirchweihen take place in the districts throughout the year, such as the village Kirwa in Trisching in September.
Programme Schmigoner Kirwa 2026
August 15–17, 2026
- Opening with marksmen
- Brass band music and beer service at the BRK-Haus
- Multi-day Kirwa with party atmosphere and traditions
Highlights Schmigoner Kirwa 2026
- Traditional Upper Palatinate Kirwa of the FFW Schmidgaden
- Marksmen at the opening
- Hearty brass band music and beer service
- Exuberant party atmosphere at the BRK-Haus
- Three-day village festival in the district of Schwandorf
Prices Schmigoner Kirwa 2026
Entry is free. Costs are only incurred for food and drinks.
Practical information — Schmigoner Kirwa
Getting There
Schmidgaden is located in the district of Schwandorf, accessible via regional roads from Schwandorf or the A93 motorway. The celebration takes place at the BRK-Haus Schmidgaden.
Admission
Entry is free. Costs are only incurred for food and drinks.
Tip
The marksmen at the opening are a loud highlight. Current dates can be found in the event calendar of the municipality of Schmidgaden or the FFW Schmidgaden.
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Where it takes place Schmigoner Kirwa
BRK-Haus Schmidgaden