Veitsbronn Kärwa

A True Franconian Kirchweih

The Veitsbronner Kärwa is the social highlight of the municipality of Veitsbronn in the district of Fürth (state of Bavaria, administrative region of Middle Franconia). For four days, the town center around Nürnberger Straße transforms into a festival mile. The Kärwa is significantly driven by the association Kärwaburschen und -madli Veitsbronn e.V., which preserves and passes on the old customs.

The Customs of a Kärwa

The Veitsbronner Kärwa thrives on its fixed rituals that return every year:

• Digging up the barrel: To kick things off, the Kärwaburschen and -madli dig up the traditionally buried beer barrel.
• Concert at the town hall and a ceremonial beer tapping by the mayor.
• Kärwabaum: On Saturday, the volunteer fire brigade erects the new, decorated Kärwabaum after the old one has been dismantled.
• Betz'n dance: On Sunday, the Kärwaburschen and -madli in Franconian costume perform the 'Betz'n' dance – the traditional highlight.
• Satirical church tours, morning pint, parade.

Festival Tent, Music, and Fireworks

In the festival tent, live bands provide entertainment every evening, alongside Franconian and international specialties, carousels, dodgems, and numerous stalls. The event traditionally concludes with a grand fireworks display. The Family Day on the last day of the Kärwa offers reduced prices on amusement rides.