Spring Kirmes Steinfurt-Burgsteinfurt

Kirmes in the Old Town

When spring finally arrives in the Münsterland, it brings with it the Frühjahrskirmes Steinfurt-Burgsteinfurt. For three days, the historic old town of the twin town Steinfurt, around Burgsteinfurt's market square, transforms into a fairground mile — with the typical mix of carousels, rides, food stalls, and sweets.

May 8th-10th, 2026 — When What's On

The 2026 edition runs from Friday, May 8th to Sunday, May 10th:

• Friday, May 8th, 2026, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM — Opening of the Kirmes
• Saturday, May 9th, 2026 — Full Kirmes operation from midday until late evening
• Sunday, May 10th, 2026 — Family Day, Kirmes until the evening

(Note: The Spring Kirmes in Burgsteinfurt traditionally takes place on the second Sunday in May, starting the Saturday before and sometimes concluding on the following Monday. The town of Steinfurt confirms the exact opening hours in the week before the event.)

Classic Kirmes Components

• Carousels and Rides — Classics for children, plus faster attractions for teenagers and adults
• Food Stalls — Bratwurst, fries, mushrooms, steaks
• Sweets — Candy floss, popcorn, almonds, gingerbread hearts, crêpes
• Shooting Galleries and Game Stalls — Small prizes between plush toys and sweets
• Drinks and Standing Beer Gardens — Beer, cocktails, mulled wine in the evenings, weather permitting

Burgsteinfurt — The Old Residence Town

The town of Steinfurt consists of the two formerly independent places Burgsteinfurt and Borghorst. Burgsteinfurt is the historic part with Steinfurt Castle (moated castle, seat of the Princes of Bentheim and Steinfurt), the old town, and the medieval Bagno park — one of Europe's oldest landscape parks. The Spring Kirmes takes place around the market square in the old town, utilizing the picturesque backdrop of half-timbered houses and the Great Church.

Münsterland — Land of Castles and Bikes

Steinfurt is located in the Münsterland, a region northwest of Münster known for its moated castles, cycle paths, and flat, fertile land. With around 35,000 inhabitants, Steinfurt is a typical medium-sized town in the Münsterland. Those arriving for the Spring Kirmes can ideally combine it with a bike tour through the Bagno landscape park or a castle visit.