44th Krakow Fishermen's Festival
Traditional Water Festival on Lake Krakow
About Fishermen's Festival Krakow
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Krakow am See — Town on the Water
Krakow am See is a state-recognized health resort in the Rostock district, nestled between Lake Krakow and a network of smaller lakes on the western edge of the Mecklenburg Lake District. Tourism, fishing, and water sports shape the town's identity — and at the Fishermen's Festival, this identity is visibly celebrated.
Corso as the Centerpiece
The most important part of the Fishermen's Festival happens on the water. On Saturday evening, the corso, featuring elaborately decorated boats from local water sports clubs and fishermen, moves through the harbor basin and along the promenade. Accompanied by music and commentary, it creates a traditional spectacle that many Krakow residents cherish in their family memories.
Neptune's Baptism
On Saturday afternoon, Krakow gathers at the historic lido for Neptune's baptism. Those jumping into the lake for the first time are symbolically baptized by Neptune and his court — a humorous spectacle reserved for children and guests, but which attracts attention throughout the town.
Three Days of Celebration
Throughout the weekend, the festival tent by the lake offers a music program, alongside a flea market, market stalls, amusement rides, and a program for families. A small but firm tradition is also the pedal boat race — a playful competition between clubs and Krakow personalities.
Climax in the Sky
The grand finale is the large fireworks display over Lake Krakow, launched at 9:30 PM after the corso. Thousands of guests line the promenade — one of the most beautiful summer scenes in the Mecklenburg Lake District.
Fishermen's Festival Krakow — edition 2026
The 44th Krakow Fishermen's Festival runs from August 14 to 16, 2026, on Lake Krakow. As in previous years, a working group in the town of Krakow am See, supported by the tourist information office and local clubs, is organizing the event. The third weekend of August has been the fixed weekend for the Fishermen's Festival for decades. Constant program elements include the corso (boat parade), Neptune's baptism at the lido, the flea market, the festival tent with a music program, and the grand fireworks display over the lake as the finale. Detailed program and bands will be published about four weeks before the date on krakow-am-see.de.
Programme Fishermen's Festival Krakow 2026
Constant program elements — specific acts and times for the 44th edition will be published about four weeks before the date on krakow-am-see.de:
Friday, August 14, 2026
- Opening of the festival grounds on Lake Krakow
- Flea market and market stalls around the promenade
- Festival tent with music program
Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Afternoon — Neptune's baptism at the historic lido
- Pedal boat race between clubs and Krakow personalities
- Evening — Corso (boat parade) on Lake Krakow
- Approx. 9:30 PM — Grand fireworks display over the lake
- Festival tent program until late into the night
Sunday, August 16, 2026
- Wind-down with market stalls, family program, and stage
Highlights Fishermen's Festival Krakow 2026
- 44th edition of one of the most traditional water festivals in the Mecklenburg Lake District
- Corso (boat parade) on Saturday evening
- Neptune's baptism at the historic lido
- Grand fireworks display over Lake Krakow
- Festival tent with music program on all three days
Prices Fishermen's Festival Krakow 2026
Specific admission and stall details will be announced by the town of Krakow am See approximately four weeks before the event. As a rule, the promenade is publicly accessible; individual festival tent or special events may charge admission. Binding information at krakow-am-see.de or via the Tourist Information +49 38457 22258.
Practical information — Fishermen's Festival Krakow
Location
Promenade and harbor area of Lake Krakow, 18292 Krakow am See (Rostock district).
Getting There
By car via the A19 (exit Krakow am See) or the B103. Train travelers go to Güstrow and use regional buses or connections to Krakow am See.
Contact
Tourist Information Krakow am See, Phone +49 38457 22258, [email protected]. The program will be published about four weeks before the date on krakow-am-see.de.
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