Wahlscheider Kirmes
Traditional fair in the Aggertal valley — parade, wheelbarrow race, and dancing under the sun sail at the end of August 2026
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Kirmes in the Aggertal — the last weekend in August
The Wahlscheider Kirmes is one of the most important folk festivals (Volksfeste) in the Lohmar municipal area. It takes place annually on the last weekend of August — from Saturday, August 29th to Monday, August 31st, 2026. The venue is the Forumsplatz / Forecourt Wahlscheid Forum at Wahlscheider Straße 56 in the Wahlscheid district of Lohmar, picturesquely nestled in the Aggertal valley north of Siegburg in the Rhein-Sieg district.
What is a traditional Kirmes?
In the Rhineland, a Kirmes is more than just a funfair: it's village community life. The local Wahlscheid associations — marksmen, carnival societies, sports clubs, fire brigade, music associations — join forces to organize a weekend that brings all generations together. Free admission, everyone welcome.
Highlights 2026
Schörreskarrenrennen
A Rhenish tradition: Teams compete in a quirky race on Schörreskarren (wheelbarrows), requiring speed, skill, and a dash of humor. The discipline originates from agriculture in the Bergisches Land region — today it's a pure fun event and a crowd-puller.
Korso-Fahrt (Parade)
The grand parade ('Korso') on Sunday is the visual highlight: decorated floats, walking groups, and music bands march through Wahlscheid. Each year, new themes are created, often with great attention to detail and a wink.
Dancing under the Sun Sail
On the forum square, the organizers stretch a large sun sail — underneath, people dance to live music, celebrate, and enjoy the warm late summer weather.
Flea Market
Over the weekend, the village center transforms into a large flea market with hundreds of stalls — antiques, bric-a-brac, children's items, regional specialties.
Wahlscheid and the Aggertal Valley
Wahlscheid is located north of Siegburg in the Bergisches Land region, nestled in the scenic Aggertal valley. The district belongs to the town of Lohmar in the Rhein-Sieg district. The Aggertalsperre (Aggertal dam) and the surrounding forests make the region a popular local recreation area — and the Kirmes an annual meeting point for the village community.
Wahlscheider Kirmes — edition 2026
The Wahlscheider Kirmes is the annual traditional fair in the Aggertal valley, organized by the local Wahlscheid associations. Highlights in 2026: the folkloric Schörreskarren race event, the grand parade on Sunday with decorated floats and walking groups, dancing and live music under the sun sail on the forum square, a flea market, and a traditional tombola. Family program, catering by the associations.
Programme Wahlscheider Kirmes 2026
Wahlscheider Kirmes 2026 Program
- Saturday, August 29th, 2026 — from 5:30 PM
- Opening of the Kirmes
- Live music and dancing under the sun sail
- Opening of the flea market
- Sunday, August 30th, 2026
- Grand Parade through Wahlscheid
- Flea market in the village center
- Association stands, catering
- Live music at the forum square
- Monday, August 31st, 2026
- Schörreskarren Race
- Tombola
- Festival finale
Program subject to change. Latest information at wahlscheiderkirmes.de.
Highlights Wahlscheider Kirmes 2026
- Schörreskarren Race — Rhenish folklore event
- Grand Parade on Sunday
- Dancing under the sun sail
- Large flea market in the village center
- Tombola and association stands
Prices Wahlscheider Kirmes 2026
Free admission. Food and drinks at usual festival prices.
Practical information — Wahlscheider Kirmes
Getting There
By car: Take the A3 towards Lohmar or the A4 towards Bielstein, then continue to Lohmar-Wahlscheid. Parking is available in the village center. By train/bus: From Siegburg/Bonn, take bus 555 to Wahlscheid.
Date
Saturday, August 29th, 2026, from 5:30 PM (Opening), Sunday, August 30th (Parade), Monday, August 31st (Schörreskarren Race). Program continuously updated at wahlscheiderkirmes.de.
Admission
Free. Food and drinks at usual festival prices.
Contact
Contact: [email protected] — Parade registration: [email protected] — Race registration: [email protected].
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Where it takes place Wahlscheider Kirmes
Forumsplatz / Vorplatz Wahlscheid Forum
Wahlscheider Straße 56, 53797 Lohmar