Straßenfest am Johannisplatz Dorfen

Dorfen — A market town with character in the Erdinger Holzland

The Upper Bavarian town of Dorfen in the Erding district is known for its picturesque old town and pilgrimage monastery — and in recent years, increasingly for its active civil society. One of the most visible initiatives is »Dorfen hat viele Gesichter« (Dorfen Has Many Faces), an alliance of clubs, church organizations, the city administration, and social institutions that advocates for diversity, integration, and neighborly coexistence.

The Street Festival — Diversity in Action in the Heart of the City

Once a year, the initiative transforms the Johannisplatz into a colorful stage. From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the central square is closed to traffic, tables and benches replace cars, and the rows of houses become an improvised concert backdrop. The focus is on music, encounters, and accessible hands-on activities.

Music Program from Three Worlds

Three bands perform on stage, representing different musical traditions:

• Grooving Hard Big Band – Swing and Big Band classics
• Helga Brenninger & Band – Bavarian folk music with a modern twist
• Yoldas – Music from the Oriental-Mediterranean region

In addition, there are dance performances and shows that broaden the spectrum.

Participate, Get to Know, Network

From 2:00 PM onwards, a family and participation program runs: giant soap bubbles, football darts, craft stations, and other activities supervised by the city library, the volunteer fire department, the integration center, and the city's youth services. Around 3:00 PM, the initiative invites you to an open talk with clubs and businesses — a format that specifically fosters dialogue between citizens, clubs, and the economy.