Waldseer Bierfest (ASV Anniversary)

The Waldseer Bierfest in the Sommerfesthalle Waldsee is one of the most popular beer festivals in the Vorderpfalz region. The organizer is the Allgemeine Sportverein Waldsee e.V. (ASV Waldsee), one of the largest sports clubs in the Verbandsgemeinde Rheinauen. The Beer Festival is the club's primary source of income; the proceeds flow into youth work and club activities.

Anniversary Beer Festival 2026

The 26th edition of the Beer Festival in 2026 coincides with the 80th club anniversary of ASV Waldsee. The club was founded in 1946, making it one of the most traditional sports clubs in the Vorderpfalz. For the anniversary, the Beer Festival will be celebrated with extra festivity, an expanded program, and a special creation: the "Jubiläumsperle", a beer punch developed especially for 2026, available only this year.

Around 20 Types of Beer

The heart of the festival is the approximately 20 different types of beer served in the Sommerfesthalle. The selection ranges from classic Pilsner to Hefeweizen, Kellerbier, and Märzen, as well as special craft beer creations. Beer connoisseurs and enthusiasts can sample the range and discover new varieties. The selection is compiled each year in collaboration with regional and national breweries.

Program Highlights

• 6:00 PM: Admission to the Sommerfesthalle.
• 7:30 PM: Official keg tapping by local mayor Claudia Klein.
• 8:00 PM: Performance by the party band Crush, one of the most well-known cover bands in the Pfalz, ensuring a lively festival tent atmosphere.
• Until late into the night: Dancing, beer, Palatinate specialties, and merry get-togethers.

ASV Waldsee – 80 Years of Sports Club

ASV Waldsee was founded in 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026. The club offers numerous sports – from football to gymnastics, athletics, tennis, and table tennis – and is an important hub for social life in Waldsee. For 26 years, the Beer Festival has been the club's most important event, funding a large part of its activities.

Waldsee in the Verbandsgemeinde Rheinauen

Waldsee is a municipality with around 6,000 inhabitants and belongs to the Verbandsgemeinde Rheinauen, along with Altrip and Otterstadt. The municipality is located between Speyer and Ludwigshafen, in close proximity to the Rhine River and its floodplain landscape. This location shapes the identity of Waldsee and its clubs.