Tanz in den Mai Loitz
Walpurgisnacht and Spring Dance in the Peene Town
About Tanz in den Mai
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A Spring Custom with a Long Tradition
The "Tanz in den Mai" dates back to the ancient Walpurgisnacht, when the end of winter is celebrated on the night before May 1st. In Loitz, the town keeps this custom alive: every year on April 30th, the sports field on Hiddenhausener Straße opens its gates for a communal open-air spring festival.
Program and Atmosphere
Food and drinks are served from the early evening, a band or DJ provides dance music, and as darkness falls, the traditional May bonfire is lit. Families arrive early to be present at the raising of the Maibaum (Maypole), while younger guests stay until the early hours of May 1st, celebrating Walpurgisnacht in a relaxed, village atmosphere.
Local Context
Loitz is located in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, nestled in the hilly landscape of the Peene Valley. In addition to Tanz in den Mai, the town observes other folk traditions such as the Easter bonfire, the Water and Harbor Festival in September, and the Loitz Christmas Market in Advent. If you want to experience the classic start to May in a village setting, this is the place to be.
Tanz in den Mai — edition 2026
On the eve of May 1st, the Loitz sports field opens its gates from 8:00 PM. Live music or a DJ set will provide a dance atmosphere, the traditional May bonfire will be lit, and food and drinks will be served on site. The event is open to all age groups and lasts until the early hours of May 1st. The town of Loitz will announce specific details about the music and catering shortly before the date.
Programme Tanz in den Mai 2026
Thursday, April 30th
- 8:00 PM — Opening, catering starts
- 9:00 PM — Live music / DJ, dancing under the open sky
- 10:00 PM — Lighting of the May bonfire
- 12:00 AM — Transition into May 1st, celebration continues
Program details will be updated on loitz.de.
Highlights Tanz in den Mai 2026
- Traditional May bonfire
- Dancing under the open sky
- Local folk festival with a village atmosphere
Prices Tanz in den Mai 2026
Usually free admission. Food and drinks available on site.
Practical information — Tanz in den Mai
Getting There
By car via the B194 from Demmin or Anklam. The sports field is located on the southwestern outskirts at Hiddenhausener Straße 1. Parking is available on-site and in the town center.
Admission
Event details are communicated via the town of Loitz. Usually, a small contribution for catering is charged, or admission is free – consumption on site.
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Where it takes place Tanz in den Mai
Sportplatz Loitz
Hiddenhausener Straße 1, 17121 Loitz