Pfingstvolksfest Berching
75th Anniversary of the traditional Pentecost Volksfest in the Upper Palatinate
About Pfingstvolksfest Berching
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75 Years of Pfingstvolksfest Berching
With the 2026 edition, the Pfingstvolksfest Berching celebrates its 75th anniversary. Since 1951, this traditional Volksfest has attracted thousands of visitors annually around Pentecost to the historic old town of Berching in the Neumarkt district of the Upper Palatinate. For the anniversary, the town is issuing its own commemorative beer mug.
Festival Grounds at Reichenauplatz
The festival grounds are located at Reichenauplatz, right next to Berching's historic town wall, which, with its towers and city gates, is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Bavaria. In the large beer tent of Härteis Getränke Festzelte, the festival beer brewed especially for the Volksfest is served; alongside this, amusement rides from the Noli showman company, shooting galleries, traditional snack stalls, and sweet stalls are part of the festival area.
Five Days of Music and Customs
The 2026 music program spans five days: Stadtkapelle Berching for the opening, Gaudinudln on Saturday, Staufersbucher Blaskapelle on Pentecost Sunday, Tschamstera on Whit Monday, and the finale concert with BACHAMA BLECH on Tuesday. Additional bands will provide entertainment at the Härteis-Alm.
Tradition and Family Offerings
The established customs include the Volksfest procession with beer tapping, the seniors' afternoon on Saturday, the Schafkopf tournament on Sunday, and the family day on Whit Tuesday with discounted rides and a Punch and Judy show. The traditional conclusion is the livestock and general market on Tuesday.
For Whom?
- Lovers of Bavarian Volksfest culture and beer tent tradition
- Families with children (Family Day with reduced prices)
- Visitors to the Upper Palatinate and the historic old town of Berching
- Those who want to experience an authentic Pentecost Volksfest away from the major cities
Pfingstvolksfest Berching — edition 2026
For its 75th anniversary, the Pfingstvolksfest Berching offers five days of festivities at Reichenauplatz from May 22nd to 26th, 2026. The large beer tent of the Härteis family, amusement rides, and stalls provide the setting for a dense program of music and customs.
The event kicks off with the traditional Volksfest procession followed by the beer tapping. Saturday features the seniors' afternoon, and Pentecost Sunday hosts the Schafkopf tournament. Whit Tuesday is designated as Family Day with reduced ride prices and a Punch and Judy show; the Volksfest concludes with the livestock and general market and the finale concert by BACHAMA BLECH.
Programme Pfingstvolksfest Berching 2026
Beer Tent – Selection 2026
- Fri, May 22nd — Volksfest procession, beer tapping, Stadtkapelle Berching
- Sat, May 23rd — Seniors' afternoon, Gaudinudln
- Sun, May 24th — Schafkopf tournament, Staufersbucher Blaskapelle
- Mon, May 25th — Tschamstera
- Tue, May 26th — Family Day, Punch and Judy show, livestock and general market, BACHAMA BLECH (Finale)
Härteis-Alm
Daily additional program with hits, Styrian-Bavarian music, and party bands. Detailed program and times at volksfest-berching.de.
Highlights Pfingstvolksfest Berching 2026
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Practical information — Pfingstvolksfest Berching
Getting There
Festival grounds at Reichenauplatz, 92334 Berching. By car via the A3 (exit Beilngries) or the B299. Berching is accessible by bus from Neumarkt i.d.OPf.
Reservations and Vouchers
Online shop for vouchers at volksfeste.haerteis.de starting April 13, 2026; Festival office with cash and card payment on May 21st and 22nd. Seat reservations exclusively for companies and businesses in the greater municipality of Berching. Information: Reinhard Buchberger, Tel. 08462 205-24.
Tip
Berching is worth a day trip: The completely preserved town wall with its towers and the Main-Danube Canal can be well combined with a visit to the beer tent.
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Where it takes place Pfingstvolksfest Berching
Festplatz am Reichenauplatz
Reichenauplatz, 92334 Berching