Vegesacker Markt
Traditional Volksfest in Bremen's North
2026
About Vegesacker Markt
Vegesacker Markt — edition 2026
From September 4th to 9th, 2026, the 218th Vegesacker Markt will once again transform Bremen's North into a fairground mile. Between Sedanplatz and Aumunder Markt, amusement rides, stalls, and culinary stands will beckon, along with the traditional market parade. It's open daily from 2 PM to 11 PM, until 9 PM on the final day. The detailed program will be announced by the organizer later.
Highlights Vegesacker Markt 2026
- Traditional market parade for the opening on Friday, September 4th, starting around 5 PM (start Kulturbahnhof)
- Over 100 amusement rides, shooting galleries, and stalls between Sedanplatz and Aumunder Markt
- Candy rain, cannon shot, and awards for the most beautiful parade groups at the Bürgerhaus
- Family Day on Monday with discounts at all attractions
- Closing on Wednesday with the traditional market burial
Programme Vegesacker Markt 2026
September 4th to 9th, 2026 – Fairground between Sedanplatz and Aumunder Markt
The 218th Vegesacker Markt is open daily from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, until 9:00 PM on the last day (Wednesday). Over 100 showmen and women will set up amusement rides, games of chance, shooting galleries, and food stalls.
Friday, September 4th, 2026 – Opening with Market Parade
- Approx. 5:00 PM — Start of the traditional market parade at Kulturbahnhof Vegesack
- Parade through Vegesack's city center to the Bürgerhaus
- Approx. 6:00 PM — At the Bürgerhaus: Opening speeches, candy rain, cannon shot, and awards for the most beautiful parade groups with prize money
- Official opening of the market operations afterwards
Weekend & Weekdays
- Over 100 amusement rides, shooting galleries, games of chance, and gastronomic stalls
- Food stalls with classic Volksfest cuisine
Monday, September 7th, 2026 – Family Day
Reduced prices on all attractions and rides – ideal for families.
Wednesday, September 9th, 2026 – Closing Day with Market Burial
Open until 9:00 PM; traditionally, the symbolic market burial takes place at the end – a humorous ritual to bid farewell to the Vegesacker Markt.
Further program details (special promotions, possible fireworks, daily specials from individual showmen) will be published in advance on vegesacker-markt.de.
Prices Vegesacker Markt 2026
Practical information — Vegesacker Markt
Getting There
Fairground between Sedanplatz and Aumunder Markt, 28757 Bremen-Vegesack. Very well accessible by Regio-S-Bahn and bus from Bremen.
Good to Know
Open daily, usually from afternoon into the evening. Free admission, rides and stalls are paid. Family day with reduced prices.
Fairground Tradition in Vegesack
The Vegesacker Markt is among Bremen's most traditional Volksfeste, boasting a history spanning over two centuries. Between Sedanplatz and Aumunder Markt, Bremen's North transforms for several days into a vibrant fairground mile with amusement rides, stalls, culinary stands, and games. The historic port town of Vegesack, with its maritime flair, provides a unique backdrop for the festivities.
Parade and Gesche Burial
The market traditionally opens with a grand parade that enlivens Vegesack's streets. A unique custom marks the atmospheric conclusion: the burial of 'Gesche' on the fairground. This tradition is an integral part of the Vegesacker Markt and distinctively signals the end of the Volksfest – a piece of living Hanseatic festival culture.
For the Whole Family
Whether it's thrilling rides, classic stalls, sweet and savory specialties, or game stands – the Vegesacker Markt offers entertainment for all generations. A family day with reduced prices at the attractions is usually part of the program, as is the lively market atmosphere in the evening.
Meeting Point in Bremen's North
Organized by the Vegesack local office, the market is a fixed event in late summer and early autumn, bringing the entire district together. Its central location in the heart of Vegesack makes it easily accessible for visitors from all over Bremen.
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