Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe
Palatinate Grand Kerwe with festival tent, amusement park, beer tapping and live music – always around the 4th Sunday in August
About Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe
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The Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe is synonymous with Palatinate festival culture in its most pronounced form. With its fixed date on the weekend of the 4th Sunday in August, it has been drawing visitors from the entire Rhine-Neckar region to Mutterstadt for over four decades, conveniently located between Ludwigshafen and Speyer. 2026 marks the 45th edition of the festival.
The Festival Tent at Neue Pforte Parking Lot
The large festival tent at the Neue Pforte parking lot can accommodate several thousand guests and is the heart of the Kerwe. Here, the traditional Fassbieranstich (beer tapping) by the mayor takes place on the opening evening – a ritual that marks the official opening of the Kerwe. On the following days, various bands and DJs provide a lively festival tent atmosphere with Palatinate classics, Schlager, pop, and cover songs. Waitresses in traditional costume serve draft festival beer, roast chicken, pork knuckles, bratwurst, and Palatinate specialties such as Saumagen (pig's stomach stuffed with pork, potatoes, and marjoram), Leberknödel (liver dumplings), and Palatinate Riesling.
The Amusement Park at Messplatz
On the neighboring fairground in Turnhallenstraße, the amusement park extends with rides for all ages: bumper cars, Ferris wheel, carousel, swing boat, loopings, and many other attractions. Snack stands with bratwurst, crêpes, candied almonds, gingerbread hearts, and cotton candy complete the folk festival offerings. Shooting galleries, lottery stalls, and skill games are also present.
Mutterstadt – The Largest Municipality in the Rhein-Pfalz District
With just under 13,000 inhabitants, Mutterstadt is one of the most populous municipalities in the Rhein-Pfalz district. The municipality was first mentioned in a document in 767, boasting a history of over 1,250 years. Today, Mutterstadt is primarily known as a residential community in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region. The Tent Kerwe is one of the most important community-defining events and enjoys supra-regional fame.
Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe — edition 2026
The 2026 edition marks the 45th anniversary of the Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe, underscoring the festival's importance to the community. For four days, Mutterstadt offers a festival program that covers the entire spectrum of Palatinate folk festival culture: from the traditional beer tapping and live music in the festival tent to the colorful amusement park. The close integration between the festival tent and the amusement park – both within walking distance – makes the Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe a perfect folk festival for all ages.
Programme Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in the summer. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
Friday, August 21: Festival opening in the evening with the traditional Fassbieranstich (beer tapping) by the mayor in the large festival tent at the Neue Pforte parking lot. Welcome address to guests, first live music with a party band. Amusement park at Messplatz Turnhallenstraße opens.
Saturday, August 22: Festival tent and amusement park open all day. Various bands and DJs provide the atmosphere. The highlight is the big party evening with live music and dancing.
Sunday, August 23: Family day with a Frühschoppen (morning pint) in the festival tent, traditional lunch (roast chicken, pork knuckles, Palatinate specialties). Afternoon program for families, amusement park in full operation.
Monday, August 24: Closing day with reduced prices in the amusement park ("Family Day"). Last live performance in the festival tent in the evening. Festival concludes with the farewell to the 45th Tent Kerwe.
Highlights Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe 2026
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Practical information — Mutterstadt Tent Kerwe
Date 2026: Friday, August 21 to Monday, August 24, 2026 (45th edition).
Festival Tent: Neue Pforte parking lot, Mutterstadt.
Amusement Park: Messplatz Turnhallenstraße, Mutterstadt.
Admission: free (amusement park: individual rides require payment).
Opening: Friday evening with Fassbieranstich (beer tapping).
Getting there: Mutterstadt is located directly on the A 65 (Mutterstadt exit) and is connected to Ludwigshafen and Speyer via the B 9. By train: S-Bahn lines S1, S2, and S33 stop at Limburgerhof or Schifferstadt stations; continue by bus to Mutterstadt.
Parking: designated parking areas in Mutterstadt; Park & Walk recommended during peak times.
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