Spring Festival at the Sportforum
Spring funfair with rides and game stalls in Wilhelmshaven
About Spring Festival WHV
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Wilhelmshaven's Spring Funfair
The Spring Festival at the Sportforum is the largest spring funfair in the region and, for many Wilhelmshaven residents and people from surrounding districts, the traditional start to the open-air season. For nine days, the festival grounds at the Sportforum – right next to Nautimo – transform into a colorful world of rides, game stalls, and candy and snack stands. The organizer is the Wilhelmshaven Friesland e.V. Showmen's Association, which has been professionally ensuring a varied and safe experience for years.
Classic Rides and Game Stalls
The offerings range from classic rides – Ferris wheel, bumper cars, carousels, children's rides – to adrenaline-pumping attractions like the Crazy Mouse, the swing boat, and modern loopings. Game stalls with throwing games, shooting galleries, and lucky dips entice with plush toys and instant prizes. The candy stands offer cotton candy, roasted almonds, gingerbread hearts, and candied apples – a sensory funfair tradition that connects generations.
Food and Atmosphere
Bratwurst, fries, Schmalzkuchen (traditional doughnuts), crêpes, Reibekuchen (potato pancakes), and shashlik are staples of the funfair menu. Beer tents and sekt (sparkling wine) tents cater to adults, with plenty of non-alcoholic options also available. The atmosphere is friendly and family-oriented, with high activity on weekends and more relaxed visits on weekdays. The Spring Festival appeals to all ages – from toddlers on the chain carousel to grandmothers at the shooting gallery.
Spring Festival WHV — edition 2026
2026 Edition
The 2026 edition falls in the second half of March, marking the beginning of spring. For many families, it's the first open-air event of the season.
Weekday or Weekend?
Weekday visits are more relaxed and allow you to avoid long waits for the most popular attractions. Weekends are livelier and full of family atmosphere.
Programme Spring Festival WHV 2026
2026 Program
The exact lineup for 2026 – which rides will participate – will be announced by the Showmen's Association. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
- Daily 2 PM–10 PM — Opening of rides, game stalls, and food stands
- Classic rides: Ferris wheel, bumper cars, chain carousel, Crazy Mouse, swing boat
- Children's rides and toddler attractions
- Game stalls: throwing games, shooting galleries, lucky dips
- Sweets: cotton candy, roasted almonds, gingerbread hearts, candied apples
- Food: Bratwurst, fries, Schmalzkuchen, crêpes, Reibekuchen, beer, non-alcoholic drinks
Admission to the festival grounds is free.
Highlights Spring Festival WHV 2026
- 9 days of spring funfair in Wilhelmshaven
- Classic rides and game stalls
- Funfair food with sweets and Bratwurst
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices Spring Festival WHV 2026
Practical information — Spring Festival WHV
Getting There
The festival grounds at the Sportforum are located on Friedenstraße in Wilhelmshaven, right next to Nautimo. Access via the A 29 (Wilhelmshaven exit), the B 210, or by train and bus. Parking is signposted near the festival grounds.
On Site
The Spring Festival runs daily from 2 PM to 10 PM. Admission to the festival grounds is free; rides and game stalls are subject to a charge.
Food & Drink
Classic funfair catering: Bratwurst, fries, sweets, beer, non-alcoholic drinks.
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