Rimparer Schlossfest
Tradition around Grumbach Castle since 1991
About Schlossfest Rimpar
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Castle Festival with a Historic Setting
The Rimparer Schlossfest is one of the most traditional market festivals in the Würzburg district. It has taken place every year since 1991 on the first weekend of the Bavarian summer holidays around Grumbach Castle – a medieval moated castle complex, which is today one of the best-preserved castle complexes in Main Franconia. With the striking Greiffenclausaal, the Knights' Hall, the inner courtyard, and the Schlossberg, the castle ensemble offers an extraordinary festival backdrop.
900 Years of Rimpar – The Anniversary Year 2026
In 2026, the Schlossfest coincides with the 900th anniversary of the market town of Rimpar. Rimpar was first officially mentioned in 1126. For this occasion, the festival is being expanded: additional performances, a special exhibition in the Greiffenclausaal on the historical development of Rimpar, and an extended event program "Celebrate like in the old days".
Festival Events: Club Festival Culture in Modern Form
The festival is organized by Schlossfest GbR in cooperation with numerous local clubs. The program line combines typical Schlossfest elements: beer tapping by the mayor to open the event, children's program with carousel, Ferris wheel, and ring toss, morning pint concerts by local music clubs, craft exhibitions in the Knights' Hall, castle tours, theater performances, and a stage program on the Schlossberg and the Platz der Partnerschaft.
Main Franconian Atmosphere
The Schlossfest is not a tourist medieval show event, but a real market festival for the people of Rimpar. The clubs are actively involved, the catering is predominantly local, and the music comes from the surrounding music clubs. This authentic club festival culture, which has been lost in many larger cities, has been preserved in the 9,500-inhabitant market town of Rimpar.
Market Town of Rimpar in the Würzburg District
Rimpar is located about 10 kilometers north of Würzburg, on the B19 towards Mainfranken. The municipality consists of the main town of Rimpar and several districts (Maidbronn, Gramschatz). Grumbach Castle is located in the historic town center, in close proximity to the parish church and the town hall. The town center is closed to traffic during the Schlossfest.
Schlossfest Rimpar — edition 2026
Four Festival Days in the Anniversary Year
The 2026 Schlossfest coincides with the 900th anniversary of the market town. Organizers Schlossfest GbR and the market administration of Rimpar have expanded the program accordingly: additional performances, a special exhibition on historical depictions of Rimpar in the Greiffenclausaal, and an expanded morning pint and stage program.
Opening and Beer Tapping
Friday evening, July 31, 6:00 PM: Opening ceremony with welcome of guests of honor and beer tapping by the mayor. Followed by opening music and an evening of entertainment in the inner courtyard.
Program Highlights
Morning pint with live band, children's play activities, craft exhibition in the Knights' Hall (11 AM–6 PM), castle tours, children's magic show on Sunday afternoon, children's flea market on the Schlossberg in the morning, concerts with the Rimpar music band.
Programme Schlossfest Rimpar 2026
Friday, July 31, 2026 – Opening
- 6:00 PM Opening Ceremony with beer tapping by the mayor
- Opening music in the castle courtyard
- Evening of entertainment with band and catering
- Children's carousel, Ferris wheel, and play activities at the Platz der Partnerschaft
Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Morning: Castle tours and special exhibition in the Greiffenclausaal ("Historical Depictions of Rimpar")
- Throughout the day: Children's program, crafts in the Knights' Hall from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Evening: Stage program with live band on the Schlossberg
Sunday, August 2, 2026 – Festival Day
- 9:00 AM Children's flea market on the Schlossberg
- 10:30 AM–12:30 PM Morning Pint with Band VIERtuos
- 11:00 AM–6:00 PM Craft exhibition in the Knights' Hall
- 3:00 PM Magic Show for Children in the Alte Knabenschule
- Afternoon: Performances by the Rimpar music band, castle tours
- Evening: Evening of entertainment in the inner courtyard
Monday, August 3, 2026 – Festival Finale
- Morning and Afternoon: Morning pint with live music
- Afternoon: Festival finale and closing ceremony
Anniversary Elements 900 Years of Rimpar
- Special exhibition in the Greiffenclausaal on the historical development of Rimpar
- Extended castle tours focusing on 900 years
- Commemorative medal and festival beer for the anniversary (regional brewery)
Highlights Schlossfest Rimpar 2026
Prices Schlossfest Rimpar 2026
Practical information — Schlossfest Rimpar
Getting There
Schloss Grumbach, Schlossberg, 97222 Rimpar. By bus: VVR line from Würzburg main station (approx. 30 min). By car: B19 north from Würzburg, then follow signs. Parking on the outskirts of town; town center closed during the festival.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Food and drinks are available from the clubs and festival caterers. Individual special programs (magic show, special tours) may have a small admission fee.
Families and Children
Family-friendly festival with its own children's program: carousel, Ferris wheel, ring toss, diamond lottery, Sunday magic show, children's flea market on the Schlossberg.
Program and Updates
The exact program for 2026 will be published on schlossfest-rimpar.de and rimpar.de a few weeks before the event. A program booklet is available free of charge at the info points.
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