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The picturesque town of Zirndorf in Bavaria, Germany, is gearing up for its annual Kirchweih festival, a lively and vibrant event that transforms the city centre into a mile-long celebration. The festivities kick off on Friday, August 22nd, with the setting up of the Kirchweih tree on the market square, accompanied by the melodious tunes of the city youth band.
The grand Kirchweih parade takes place on Saturday, starting at 2 PM. The parade, a colourful procession of numerous clubs, brass bands, decorated floats, and humorous references to current topics, will close several streets, including Wallenstein, Nürnberger, Kolb, Schützen, and Herrlein streets, from 2 PM to 4:30 PM. The only bus stop during this time will be on Albrecht-Dürer Street.
On Saturday evening, the band "The Moonlights" will perform in the festival tent, adding a touch of music to the festivities. The fun continues on Sunday with festival services, a dialect tour of the museum, a children's Kirchweih tree setup, a prize action for young visitors, traditional Kirchweih songs, and the Betzen dance performance by the Kirchweih boys.
Monday's events include a traditional early breakfast, party music from "Best off Band", and a family and senior afternoon. The Kirchweih festival continues on Tuesday, with "The Moonlights" providing the musical finale followed by a fireworks display at 10 PM and the Kirchweih burial.
Safety concerns have led to a "pragmatic solution" for the parade, with large vehicles from municipal departments securing access routes. It is recommended to check the official Zirndorf town website, local government announcements, or Bavarian police updates closer to the parade date for precise and authoritative safety guidance.
Throughout the festival, many stores will offer special promotions, and external exhibitors will set up sales and information booths. The city centre also hosts a shopping Sunday with a market from 1 PM to 6 PM during the Kirchweih festival.
Clubs are forgoing financial support and instead supporting the city organizationally, making this a truly community-driven event. With its rich history, vibrant atmosphere, and a sense of camaraderie, the Zirndorf Kirchweih festival is an event not to be missed.
Experience the vibrant home-and-garden exhibits at the Zirndorf Kirchweih festival, showcased during the shopping Sunday on August 23rd, from 1 PM to 6 PM. After the parade, unwind in the festival tent on Saturday evening, where young visitors can enjoy the music of "The Moonlights".
