Poppenrichter Kirwa
Traditional Upper Palatinate Kirwa on Poppenricht Village Square
2026
About Poppenrichter Kirwa
Poppenrichter Kirwa — edition 2026
On Wednesday, October 7, 2026, the Kirwagemeinschaft M.-Poppenricht invites you to the annual Kirwa at the Poppenricht village square. The day starts early – from 8:30 AM – and offers a classic Upper Palatinate Kirwa experience with Kirwabaum, brass band music, and dance performances.
The organizers recommend arriving early to fully enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on the short paths around the village square. Detailed program and parking/travel information will be communicated via the municipality of Poppenricht.
Highlights Poppenrichter Kirwa 2026
Programme Poppenrichter Kirwa 2026
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 — Poppenricht Village Square
- From 08:30 AM — Opening of the Kirwa at the village square
- Morning — Erection of the Kirwabaum, first dance performances by the Kirwa couples
- Midday — Catering with regional specialties and brass band music
- Afternoon — Dances around the Kirwabaum, polka and waltz
- Evening — Wind-down in the festival tent with catering by the clubs
Detailed times and program items will be published by the Kirwagemeinschaft M.-Poppenricht and the municipality of Poppenricht before the festival date.
Prices Poppenrichter Kirwa 2026
Practical information — Poppenrichter Kirwa
Getting There
Poppenricht is located about 7 km north of Amberg on the A 6 motorway (exit Amberg-West). By train to Amberg main station, then continue by bus or taxi. Parking on the outskirts is recommended, as the village square itself has limited space.
Admission
Free admission. Food and drinks are available for purchase at the stalls.
Kirwa as the Heart of Upper Palatinate Tradition
In the Upper Palatinate, the Kirchweih is usually called "Kirwa". It dates back to the church consecration of the local church but has evolved into a distinct village festival, with the erection of the Kirwabaum, the Kirwabaum dance, brass band music, and regional specialties forming its core. The Poppenrichter Kirwa follows this tradition – with an annual recurrence in autumn.
Poppenricht in the Amberg-Sulzbach District
Poppenricht is a municipality in the Amberg-Sulzbach district (AGS 09371) in the Upper Palatinate, located about 7 km north of Amberg. The municipality consists of several districts; club life is dense and shapes the festival's program. The local Kirwagemeinschaft M.-Poppenricht organizes the festival in cooperation with other clubs.
Village Square as the Venue
The venue is the village square in the town center. This is where the Kirwabaum is erected, and the program starts from here. Throughout the day, the festival ceremony, brass band music, dance performances, and catering follow one another. Admission is free. The atmosphere is enhanced by short distances, regional specialties, and the sound of polkas and waltzes. Families from Poppenricht itself, from Amberg, and the surrounding municipalities traditionally use the Kirwa as a family meeting point.
Organizers' Recommendation
The official description of the Kirwa recommends arriving early to fully enjoy the relaxed atmosphere – polkas, waltzes, the typical hustle and bustle around the Kirwabaum, and the regional specialties are part of the day's essential offerings.
Where it takes place Poppenrichter Kirwa
Poppenrichter Kirwa at a glance
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