Große Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen
Grand Gala Session of the Carnival Society Altenkirchen 1972 e.V. in the "Närrische Stadthalle" under the motto ALL IN — aufs Leben
2026
About Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen
Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen — edition 2026
Program 2026
The key highlights are confirmed:
- 5:00 PM — Doors open
- 6:11 PM — Session begins with the entry of the Elferrat and the royalty
- Season's Motto — ALL IN — aufs Leben
- Classic Program — Satirical speeches (Büttenreden), dance troupes, musical contributions, show acts
- Refreshments during breaks — Potato pancakes (Reibekuchen), currywurst, beer, Kölsch
Tickets
Advance sales via Eventim. Prices vary depending on seating category. The session regularly sells out.
Highlights Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen 2026
- Classic Große Prunksitzung with hall carnival
- Season's Motto ALL IN — aufs Leben
- Princess Andrea II with her court
- Satirical speeches (Büttenreden), dance troupes, musical contributions, show acts
- Stadthalle elaborately decorated as "Närrische Stadthalle"
Programme Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen 2026
Session Schedule
5:00 PM — Doors Open
Opening of the Stadthalle doors, welcome of guests in the foyer. Initial refreshments with sparkling wine, beer, and Kölsch. Cloakroom and table assignments.
6:11 PM — Session Begins
Opening of the Große Prunksitzung by the session president of KG Altenkirchen. Entry of the Elferrat, the dance troupes, and the royalty — Princess Andrea II with her court. Welcome address to the guests and explanation of the season's motto 'ALL IN — aufs Leben'.
First Half of the Session
A mix of satirical speeches (Büttenreden), performances by dance troupes, and musical contributions from local and regional carnival artists. The "Bütt" (stage for speeches) is occupied alternately by members of the KG and invited guest speakers from the Westerwald and Rhineland.
Intermission
Refreshments in the foyer with potato pancakes (Reibekuchen), currywurst, other typical carnival snacks, beer, and cocktails. Socializing between guests and members.
Second Half of the Session
Show acts, further performances by dance troupes, highlight acts, and honors for the royalty. Sing-alongs to classic carnival hits and swaying rounds in the hall.
Session End
Conclusion with the carnival anthem, farewell to the royalty, and transition to an informal party in the foyer and hall.
Detailed program for 2026 is available on the Eventim website and the KG-AK website.
Prices Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen 2026
Practical information — Prunksitzung KG Altenkirchen
Date and Time
Saturday, February 7, 2026, doors open at 5:00 PM, session begins at 6:11 PM.
Location
Stadthalle Altenkirchen, 57610 Altenkirchen (Westerwald).
Tickets
Advance sales via Eventim and local ticket outlets. Prices vary depending on seating category and ticket vendor.
Getting There
By car via the B 256 or the A 3 (exit Siegen-Süd, then B 62). Parking available in the town center.
Tips
Carnival costume welcome, early arrival for entry at 5:00 PM recommended. Advance booking is advised as the session sells out every year.
"Närrische Stadthalle" Altenkirchen
The Stadthalle Altenkirchen is the central venue of the district town, offering space for several hundred visitors as a multi-purpose hall. During the carnival season, it is renamed the "Närrische Stadthalle" and elaborately decorated by the KG Altenkirchen. The season's motto 'ALL IN — aufs Leben' will influence the hall's decoration in 2026 with motifs of playing cards, elements of the tree of life, and carnival colors.
Program of a Große Prunksitzung
The Große Prunksitzung follows the classic program of a Rhenish carnival session. It begins with the entry of the "Elferrat" (council of eleven) and the season's royalty, Princess Andrea II, with her court. This is followed by a mix of satirical speeches (Büttenreden), performances by dance troupes, musical contributions, honors for the royalty, and show acts. The performances come from within the KG AK itself, as well as from guest speakers and artists from the Westerwald and Rhineland regions.
Start Time 6:11 PM
The session begins at 6:11 PM, adhering to the Rhenish carnival tradition with the jesters' number eleven. The session typically lasts several hours with breaks for refreshments. Refreshments in the foyer and during breaks offer typical carnival fare such as potato pancakes (Reibekuchen), currywurst, beer, and Kölsch.
Season's Motto 'ALL IN — aufs Leben'
The 2026 motto is a humorously philosophical invitation to live life to the fullest – fitting the carnival philosophy, which views the jesters' revelry as a conscious interruption of everyday life and an affirmation of the joy of living. The choice of motifs for stage performances and the decoration of the Stadthalle play with the double meaning of gambling and the affirmation of life.
Other Carnival Events of KG AK
The Große Prunksitzung is part of an extensive season program by the KG Altenkirchen. On February 12th, the "Altweiber" (Old Wives') party takes place in the Weyerdamm festival tent, followed by the children's carnival on February 14th. The highlight is the carnival parade on "Tulpensonntag" (Tulip Sunday), February 15, 2026.
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