Name: Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih 2026
Start: 2026-10-16T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-19T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Altstadt Spalt (Gasthäuser, Festplatz, St. Emmeram)

Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih

About Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih

The Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih is the traditional Kirchweih (church consecration festival) of the hop and beer town of Spalt in the Roth district. For four days, the historic old town celebrates with enjoyment, culture, and Franconian beer culture in the inns, cellars, and courtyards of the small Middle Franconian town. Highlights include the traditional start of the Kirchweih with the Spalt bell chime, the festive Kirchweih parade with the Spalt town band and regional clubs, the raising of the Kirchweih tree by the volunteer fire department, and the large Kirchweih market with a flea and antique market on market day. In addition, there is Schlachtschüssel (a traditional pork dish) and smoked meats at the Bayerischer Hof, a festive church service in St. Emmeram Church, and a children's and family day to conclude – a real Franconian Kirchweih festival in the heart of the hop town.

Dates 16 Oct — 19 Oct 2026

Venue Spalt (09576)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih — edition 2026

The Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih 2026 takes place from October 16 to 19 in the old town of Spalt. Four days with traditional bell chime, Kirchweih parade, raising of the Kirchweih tree, large Kirchweih market with flea and antique market, festive church service in St. Emmeram, and a children's and family day to conclude.

The 2026 edition of the Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih spans four days from October 16 to 19 in the historic old town of Spalt.

From the traditional opening Friday at the Bayerischer Hof to Beer Day with the bell chime and Kirchweih parade, to market day with the Kirchweih market and the concluding family day, the Kirchweih follows its proven schedule in the inns and courtyards of the hop town.

Highlights Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih 2026

Spalt bell chime and Kirchweih parade with the town band, raising of the Kirchweih tree by the fire department, Kirchweih market with flea and antique market, festive church service in St. Emmeram, children's and family day.

Programme Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih 2026

Friday, October 16 — Opening

noon — Traditional start at the Bayerischer Hof with Schlachtschüssel & smoked meats (available as "Bavarian Burger" on all days)

Saturday, October 17 — Beer Day

2:00 PM — Spalt Bell Chime, ringing in the Kirchweih
2:30 PM — Kirchweih Parade with the Spalt town band and the Pfofeld band, regional clubs, invited guests, and town council
3:00 PM — Raising of the Kirchweih Tree at the festival grounds by the volunteer fire department with musical accompaniment

Sunday, October 18 — Market Day

7:00 AM–6:00 PM — Kirchweih Market with flea and antique market and amusement rides
10:30 AM — Catholic festive church service in St. Emmeram Church
10:00 AM–5:00 PM — Fruit exhibition by the Fruit and Garden Association in the Kornhaus

Monday, October 19 — Conclusion

from 2:00 PM — Children's and Family Day with reduced prices on amusement rides
from 7:00 PM — Cozy conclusion in the Spalt inns

Prices Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih 2026

Kirchweih is freely accessible. Food and drinks are subject to charge. Reduced prices on amusement rides on family day.

Practical information

Practical information — Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih

Getting There

Spalt is located in the Roth district in the Franconian Lake District. Arrive by car via the A6 (Roth exit). The Kirchweih takes place in the old town and in the inns.

Admission

The Kirchweih is freely accessible. Food and drinks are subject to charge; reduced prices on amusement rides on family day.

Services

Schlachtschüssel and smoked meats at the Bayerischer Hof, Franconian cuisine in the inns, flea and antique market, amusement rides, fruit exhibition in the Kornhaus.

Kirchweih in the Hop Town of Spalt

Spalt in the Roth district is one of Franconia's most traditional hop and beer towns. The Spalter Wirtshauskirchweih brings enjoyment, culture, and music to the historic old town for four days – with its narrow alleys, vaulted cellars, and courtyards, it's a unique setting for a Franconian Kirchweih festival.

Bell Chime and Kirchweih Parade

On Beer Day, the Spalt bells ring at 2:00 PM to usher in the Kirchweih. Afterwards, the festive Kirchweih parade sets off with the Spalt town band and the Pfofeld band, regional clubs, invited guests, and the town council. The highlight is the raising of the Kirchweih tree by the volunteer fire department, accompanied by music.

Kirchweih Market and Family Day

On market day, Spalt transforms into a large Kirchweih market with a flea and antique market and amusement rides. A festive church service takes place in St. Emmeram Church, and the Fruit and Garden Association displays its fruit exhibition in the Kornhaus. The family day with reduced prices on amusement rides and the cozy conclusion in the Spalt inns round off the Kirchweih.