Michlaarer Kerwa
The traditional Kirchweih in Michelau i.OFr.
About Michlaarer Kerwa
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Kerwa Tradition in the Obermain Uplands
The Michlaarer Kerwa – in Franconian dialect for »Michelau Kirchweih« – has been the biggest summer festival in Michelau i.OFr. for generations. It traditionally falls on the first Sunday in August and lasts for several days. The focus is on the festival tent on the fairground with live music, beer service, and the whole Upper Franconian Volksfest flair.
Party Music, Kerwamusik, Foam Party
The program combines classic Kirchweih tradition with modern elements: Stimmungsmusik (party music) and Kerwamusik for those who love to dance, Beer Prince election for the very brave, an open-air foam party for the younger generation, and a beer garden for relaxed hours in the summer air. Food trucks and regional snack stands complete the culinary offerings.
Organizer ATR Michelau
The Kerwa is organized by the ATR Michelau, an association of local clubs and the market municipality. The ATR bundles efforts, finances the stage and bands, and ensures that the Kerwa takes place year after year with the help of volunteers.
Michelau in the Lichtenfels District
Michelau in Oberfranken is located on the Main river between Coburg and Lichtenfels in the Upper Franconian district of Lichtenfels. The municipality is known regionally for its basket weaving (German Basket Museum) and Franconian brewing tradition – both themes that are also reflected in the Kerwa.
Michlaarer Kerwa — edition 2026
The 2026 edition continues the multi-year tradition: for five days, the Michelau fairground transforms into an Upper Franconian beer festival stage. The festival tent is open daily, and the program alternates between classic brass and party music and more modern formats like the foam party.
Highlights include the election of the Beer Prince and the festival parade on the main Kerwa Sunday. Food trucks and snack stands cater to guests throughout the day.
Programme Michlaarer Kerwa 2026
Program 2026 – 5 Days of Michlaarer Kerwa
- Monday, August 3, 2026 – Opening with beer tapping, party music in the festival tent
- Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – Family Day, discounted rides, snack specials, live band in the evening
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Open Air Foam Party in the beer garden, DJ sets
- Thursday, August 6, 2026 – Kerwamusik with traditional Upper Franconian dance bands, election of the Beer Prince
- Friday, August 7, 2026 – Wind-down with festival band, concluding morning pint, and raffle
The exact daily program with band performance times will be published shortly before the Kerwa on the official ATR Michelau website and on the Kerwa Facebook page.
Highlights Michlaarer Kerwa 2026
- 5 days of Upper Franconian Kirchweih in Michelau i.OFr.
- Classic party and Kerwamusik in the festival tent
- Open-air foam party under the open sky
- Election of the Beer Prince – a crowd-puller for years
- Family-friendly program during the day
Prices Michlaarer Kerwa 2026
Free admission. Drinks and food are paid for in the festival tent and at the stands; rides have their own tariffs.
Practical information — Michlaarer Kerwa
Getting There
Michelau is located directly on the Bamberg–Coburg railway line; Michelau station is within walking distance of the fairground. By car, take the A 73 (exit Lichtenfels Süd).
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free; you pay for food, drinks, and rides directly at the stand.
Families
Family-friendly activities during the day, foam party and bands tend to be in the evening.
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Where it takes place Michlaarer Kerwa
Festplatz Michelau i.OFr.
Festplatz Michelau, 96247 Michelau in Oberfranken