Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen & Vilsen Kisses the Bride
Edition 2026 Music Folk traditions Family

Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen & Vilsen Kisses the Bride

Spring market with Sunday shopping, "Vilsen Kisses the Bride" wedding fair, art mile, and live music

Bruchhausen-Vilsen — Landkreis Diepholz (03251)
Dates 17 May — 17 May 2026
Venue Bruchhausen-Vilsen (03251)
Prices Free
Status

About Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen

The Maimarkt in Bruchhausen-Vilsen is one of the liveliest spring festivals in the Diepholz district. The event is organized by the Fördergemeinschaft Bruchhausen-Vilsen, which hosts the festival annually on the third Sunday in May. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the market will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Sunday shopping from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The festival grounds extend across Bahnhofstraße, Engelbergplatz, and Brautstraße. A special feature is the wedding fair "Vilsen Kisses the Bride," which takes place concurrently with the Maimarkt. The program is complemented by an art mile, live music, and activities for children.

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Spring Festival in Bruchhausen-Vilsen

The Maimarkt has been a fixed date in the event calendar of the municipality of Bruchhausen-Vilsen for years. The Fördergemeinschaft Bruchhausen-Vilsen organizes the festival with local businesses and associations, creating a spring highlight that attracts visitors from the entire Diepholz district and the southern Bremen surrounding area.

"Vilsen Kisses the Bride" Wedding Fair

A special feature is the wedding fair "Vilsen Kisses the Bride," which takes place concurrently with the Maimarkt. Bridal fashion stores, florists, photographers, caterers, and all other wedding-related service providers present their offerings. Future bridal couples can find a compact overview of everything they need for their wedding. The combination of the Maimarkt and the wedding fair makes the event unusual and attractive.

Art Mile and Live Music

An art mile featuring selected artists complements the market program. Bands and musicians play on several stages in the town center – the mix of regional ensembles and national acts creates a vibrant atmosphere. Children's activities, carousels, and hands-on events ensure that the youngest visitors also have a great time.

Sunday Shopping

From 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., it's Sunday shopping – an important component that integrates local retail and makes the market weekend attractive for shoppers too.

Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen — edition 2026

On Sunday, May 17, 2026, the Fördergemeinschaft Bruchhausen-Vilsen invites you to the Maimarkt with the "Vilsen Kisses the Bride" wedding fair. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the festival grounds along Bahnhofstraße, Engelbergplatz, and Brautstraße will be open. Sunday shopping runs from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bridal fashion, an art mile, live music, and children's activities complement the diverse program.

The combination of a spring market, a wedding fair, and Sunday shopping makes the Maimarkt unique. It's the perfect place for those who want to experience a special atmosphere while taking care of practical matters.

Programme Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen 2026

11 a.m.–1 p.m.

  • Opening of the Maimarkt
  • "Vilsen Kisses the Bride" wedding fair begins
  • First live music on stage

1 p.m.–4 p.m.

  • Market in full swing
  • Art mile with artist presentations
  • Children's activities
  • Retail shops open

4 p.m.–6 p.m.

  • Final stage acts
  • Market winds down

The Fördergemeinschaft will publish the exact 2026 program on fgbruvi.de.

Highlights Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen 2026

  • "Vilsen Kisses the Bride" wedding fair
  • Sunday shopping 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
  • Art mile with selected artists
  • Live music on several stages
  • Children's activities and hands-on events

Prices Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen 2026

Free admission to the market and the wedding fair.

Practical information — Maimarkt Bruchhausen-Vilsen

Location

Bahnhofstraße, Engelbergplatz, Brautstraße, 27305 Bruchhausen-Vilsen

Date 2026

Sunday, May 17, 2026, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday shopping 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

Free admission

Directions

Bruchhausen-Vilsen is located south of Bremen, accessible via the B6.

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