Name: Windsbacher Kirchweih 2026
Start: 2026-07-09T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-07-13T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Festgelände Windsbach

Windsbacher Kerwa

About Windsbacher Kerwa

The Windsbacher Kirchweih is the traditional 'Kerwa' (church fair) of the Central Franconian town of Windsbach, known as the home of the Windsbacher Knabenchor (boys' choir). Over five days, the festival combines genuine Franconian hospitality, Spalter beer on tap, live music on stage, and a comedy night to kick things off. With beer garden atmosphere, children's activities, and regional cuisine, the Kerwa is a firm meeting point for the entire region.

Dates 09 Jul — 13 Jul 2026

Venue Windsbach (09571)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Windsbacher Kerwa — edition 2026

The Windsbacher Kirchweih 2026 takes place from July 9th to 13th. On Thursday, the comedy night 'Windsbach lacht' opens the festivities (ticketed), and from Friday to Monday, admission is free, featuring live music, Spalter beer, beer garden atmosphere, and a children's program.

From July 9th to 13th, 2026, Windsbach will celebrate its five-day Kirchweih at Jahnring. The kick-off on Thursday is the comedy night 'Windsbach lacht' (ticketed). From Friday to Monday, admission to the festival grounds is free: live entertainment on stage, traditional lunches with music on Sunday and Monday, and afternoon beer garden atmosphere with children's activities. Spalter beer on tap, cocktails, wines, homemade cakes, and regional as well as international cuisine are offered. Saturday opens at 2:00 PM, Monday at 10:00 AM.

Highlights Windsbacher Kerwa 2026

'Windsbach lacht' comedy night to kick things off
Spalter beer on tap
Live music on stage
Traditional lunches with music
Children's program with carousel and sandbox

Programme Windsbacher Kerwa 2026

Thursday: Comedy night 'Windsbach lacht' (ticketed). Friday to Monday: free admission, live entertainment on stage. Sunday and Monday: traditional lunches with musical accompaniment. Daily: afternoon beer garden atmosphere, face painting, carousel, and a large sandbox for children.

Prices Windsbacher Kerwa 2026

Thursday comedy night with ticket. Friday to Monday free admission. Food and drinks on-site are subject to charge.

Practical information

Practical information — Windsbacher Kerwa

Getting There

The festival grounds are located at Jahnring 1, 91575 Windsbach. Windsbach is easily accessible via the Franconian Lake District region and the state roads; parking facilities are signposted.

Admission

Thursday: Comedy night 'Windsbach lacht' with ticket. Friday to Monday: Admission to the festival grounds is free. Food and drinks are subject to charge.

Opening Hours

Saturday from 2:00 PM, Monday from 10:00 AM; festival ends between midnight and 2:00 AM.

Kerwa in the Heart of Central Franconia

Windsbach in the Ansbach district, widely known for the internationally renowned Windsbacher Knabenchor, celebrates its traditional Kirchweih every year. For five days, the festival grounds at Jahnring are transformed into a Franconian festival mile with a stage, festivities, and beer garden atmosphere.

Program and Atmosphere

The kick-off on Thursday is the comedy night 'Windsbach lacht' (ticketed). From Friday to Monday, admission to the festival grounds is free: live entertainment on stage, traditional lunches with musical accompaniment on Sunday and Monday, and afternoon beer garden atmosphere with children's activities shape the program. Spalter beer on tap, cocktails, wines, coffee, homemade cakes, regional cuisine, and international delicacies are offered.

For Families

Children can look forward to face painting, carousel rides, and a large sandbox – the Windsbacher Kirchweih explicitly sees itself as a family-friendly festival with genuine Franconian hospitality.

Regional Context

Windsbach is located in the Ansbach district in the administrative region of Middle Franconia in Bavaria, in the heart of the Franconian Lake District. The Kirchweih is one of the region's fixed summer dates and is closely linked to the identity of the boys' choir town.