What´s going on this week?

If you have any questions about the local area, please do not hesitate to contact the "Window to Rheinland-Pfalz - Ramstein Gateway" information center located in the Kaiserslautern Military Community Center (KMCC) on Ramstein Air Base:

We are there for you Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, October 16 – Monday, October 26:

Kaiserslautern October Fair

The Kaiserslautern fair has the reputation of being the biggest folk festival in Western Palatinate. Annually, the fairground offering a large variety of rides for children and adults allures many people to Kaiserslautern's Messeplatz. Visitors can enjoy a huge fun mile featuring a roller coaster, a giant Ferris wheel, merry-go-rounds and many other fun rides. A large number of vendors vendors provide culinary specialties, candies, products of arts and crafts, spices, household articles and much more. Friday, October 16 the opening fireworks display illuminates the fairground at approx. 9 p. m. Stores open for Sunday shopping in the industrial area and Kaiserslautern city center on Sunday, October 18 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 21 is family day including reduced prices for fun rides and many other special offers. On the opening day, October 16, the fair opens from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturdays the opening hours are from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. On other weekdays the fair opens from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. A closing fireworks display takes place around 9 p.m. on Monday, October 26.

Address: Messeplatz, 67655 Kaiserslautern

Saturday, October 17:

Guided City Tour of Ramstein in English

Explore the heart of Ramstein and discover how a former farming village developed into a vibrant, modern, and international city. Along the way, you'll encounter fascinating traces of the past and some of the oldest buildings in town, while also learning about current urban development and the many leisure activities Ramstein has to offer. One of our stops will be the Docu Center Ramstein, which explores the history of the American presence in Rheinland-Pfalz. Enjoy a complimentary drink and snack while learning more about this unique museum and its exhibition. The event is family-friendly and free of charge! Please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to explore the city on foot. We look forward to discovering the city with you!

The “Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz” state program is the sponsor of the tour. It will be carried out by the “Window to Rheinland-Pfalz” information center of the City of Ramstein-Miesenbach. The meeting point will be communicated after the registration. The tour starts at 3 p.m. Limited spots, RSVP via email at kmcc@infocenter-ramstein.de

Address: 66877 Ramstein-Miesenbach

Saturday, October 17 – Sunday, October 18:

Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze in Gerhardsbrunn

October is the month of harvest season at Guhl Farm in Gerhardsbrunn, also known as Sunshine Pumpkin Farm. You are cordially invited to pick pumpkins of your choice at the pumpkin patch that opens every Saturday and Sunday in October from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are pumpkins of all kinds available. Food and beverages are offered too. Another attraction is the corn maze that is accessible on Saturdays and Sundays in October from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission to the corn maze is € 3.50 for kids (aged 5 - 14) and € 4 for adults. Children up to 4 years have free admission. The farm store, offering pumpkins and various other farm products for sale, opens on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For further information please visit the website: https://www.bauernhof-guhl.de/english/

Address: Adam-Mueller-Strasse 11, 66894 Gerhardsbrunn

Sunday, October 18:

Chestnut Market in Hauenstein

The village of Hauenstein hosts the oldest chestnut market of the Palatinate region. This brown fall fruit takes center stage during the market. Numerous vendors offer a unique variety of chestnut dishes and products. The scent of freshly roasted chestnuts from the charcoal grill wafts through the air everywhere. Furthermore, visitors can purchase fruits, pumpkins, honey, cheese, Palatinate fruit brandy, Federweißer wine and much more. The market takes place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The village of Hauenstein is known as the shoemakers' village. Therefore, many shoe stores and other shops open for Sunday shopping from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Address: Hauptstrasse 19, 76846 Hauenstein