Waldkirmes Pfiffelbach

Pfiffelbach in Weimarer Land

Pfiffelbach is a district of the municipality Ilmtal-Weinstraße in the Weimarer Land district. Nestled between Weimar to the south and the Saale-Unstrut wine region to the north, the village combines Thuringian village tradition with the nearby culture of the city of poets. The Waldbühne Pfiffelbach on the outskirts is an extraordinary open-air theatre in the forest — a stage, grandstand, and festival tent under old trees.

The Pfiffelbacher Waldfestverein

Founded in 1991, the Pfiffelbacher Waldfestverein e.V. is responsible for the maintenance of the Waldbühne and the organization of the annual festival events. The association is an important pillar of village community life — from cultural engagement (theatre, concerts) to its social function (a meeting place for all generations).

«Hunger und Durst» — The Festival Motto

The motto «Hunger und Durst» ironically and down-to-earth represents what makes up a traditional village fair: good food, regional drinks, exuberant conviviality. In the festival tent under the trees, bratwurst, Rostbrätel, Thuringian dumplings, and beer are served — the culinary identity of the region is laid on the table.

Church Service, Serenades, and Dance Evening

The festival weekend begins with the church service on Friday evening in the Pfiffelbach church. On Saturday morning, the villagers, accompanied by Detlef & Friends, will perform a serenade for a person in the village — an old custom-preserving tradition. On Saturday evening, the festival tent invites you to the big fair evening with dancing and music.

Waldfest and Waldkirmes — Two Dates a Year

The Pfiffelbacher Waldfestverein organizes two main events per year: the Waldfest at the end of May (2026: May 22–31) with several theatre performances and concerts, and the Waldkirmes at the end of July (2026: July 25) as a compact summer fair format. Both events attract regular guests from the Weimarer Land and neighboring districts.