About Pfeddersheimer Kerb

The Pfeddersheimer Kerb (Kirchweih) is one of the traditional district festivals in Worms. In autumn — typically around the patron saint's day — the centre of the district, located to the west, transforms into a venue with a festival tent, showmen, wine stands, a parade, and social gatherings. Pfeddersheim, known for its own vintners and extensive vineyards on the western edge of Worms' municipal area, shapes the Kerb with a distinct wine culture that colours the folk festival with a Rhenish-Hessian flair.

Pfeddersheim — Worms District with Wine Tradition

Worms-Pfeddersheim is located west of the Nibelungenstadt and forms its own wine-growing village within Worms' municipal area. Several wine-growing families manage the vineyards on the western edge of the district. This pronounced wine culture shapes not only the economy but also the festival culture of the place — starting with the regular Pfeddersheimer Market in August up to the traditional Kerb in autumn.

What is a Kerb?

The Kerb — short for "Kirchweih" (church consecration festival) — is the most important folk festival in individual towns and villages in Rhenish Hesse and the Palatinate. Originally, it commemorates the consecration of the parish church, but it has developed into a multi-day district festival that combines a parade, festival tent, showmen, wine and beer stands, dance events, and a concluding "Kerbe-Vergraben" (burial of the Kerb).

Character of the Pfeddersheimer Kerb

The Pfeddersheimer Kerb follows this basic pattern with a distinct Rhenish-Hessian touch. Wine served by local vintners is a central element; alongside this, showmen's rides, classic catering stands, and an evening dance programme characterise the event. The highlight is often the parade of the "Kerbeborsch" (Kerb boys) and "Kerbemädchen" (Kerb girls) and the joint erection of the "Kerbebaum" (Kerb tree).

Community in the District

As in many of Worms' outer districts, the Kerb is an occasion where the entire community comes together. Clubs, the parish, showmen, and vintners pull together; families from the district and visitors from the surrounding area come together to experience Rhenish-Hessian festival tradition.

Pfeddersheimer Kerb — edition 2026

In autumn 2026, Worms-Pfeddersheim will once again celebrate its traditional Kerb. The exact date will be confirmed by the local administration in summer. Over several days, the wine-growing district of Worms experiences a parade, festival tent, showmen, wine stands, and an evening dance programme. The Pfeddersheimer Kerbeborsch and Kerbemädchen are the creative heart of the festival; the local vintners shape the culinary character with their wine service. A district celebration of high identity value, embedded in Rhenish-Hessian festival culture.

The Pfeddersheimer Kerb 2026 continues the centuries-old tradition of the Kirchweih. As the exact date will be published in summer, it is worth checking the event page of the City of Worms (worms.de/Pfeddersheim) in late summer.

Complementary Worms Festival Events

Before the Kerb in autumn, the Pfeddersheimer Market takes place in August; in early summer and summer, wine events shape the calendar. Pfeddersheim thus experiences a dense sequence of events throughout the year.

Programme Pfeddersheimer Kerb 2026

The exact programme for 2026 will be published by the organiser in early autumn. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:

Festival Days

Opening with beer tapping and parade
Erection of the Kerbebaum by Kerbeborsch and Kerbemädchen
Multi-day festival tent programme with live music
Dance evenings and morning pint gatherings

Showmen and Rides

Carousels, shooting galleries, candy stalls
Classic Kerb rides for families

Wine Service and Catering

Local vintners at the stands
Rhenish-Hessian specialities and festival beer
Clubs as catering partners

Conclusion

Traditional "Kerbevergraben" (burial of the Kerb) at the end of the festival

Highlights Pfeddersheimer Kerb 2026

Traditional Kirchweih in Worms' wine-growing village
Parade of the Kerbeborsch and Kerbemädchen
Wine service by local vintners
Multi-day festival tent programme

Prices Pfeddersheimer Kerb 2026

Free admission. Food, drinks, and rides at a charge.

Practical information — Pfeddersheimer Kerb

Venue

Worms-Pfeddersheim, town centre. Festival tent, showmen's area, and parade route in the historic town centre.

Date 2026

Autumn 2026 — exact date to be confirmed by the Pfeddersheim local administration in summer.

Admission

Free admission. Food, drinks, and rides at a charge.

Getting There

By car via the B 47 to Pfeddersheim, parking on the outskirts. Public transport from Worms main station by local bus.

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Pfeddersheim Kerb — Kirchweih