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Abenheim Kerwe Festival in Worms, Germany: A Celebration of Tradition and Community
The Abenheim Kerwe festival, locally known as the "Owerumer Kerb," is set to take place from Thursday, August 21st to Monday, August 25th, 2025 in the district of Abenheim, Worms [1][3]. This five-day community celebration is a vibrant mix of local tradition, togetherness, and entertainment for both young and old.
Key Highlights and Features:
- The festival officially kicks off on Thursday, August 21st and continues through Monday, August 25th [1][3].
- A new attraction for 2025 is the Weindorf (Wine Village), located on Rathausstraße, offering a cosy atmosphere with wine stands, summer cocktails, and diverse offerings [3].
- To ensure a safe environment, particularly for children, Rathausstraße will be closed to traffic throughout the festival [3].
- The local Kerwe team, including the festival queens Mia I. and Anastasia I., and the Kerweburschen, are integral to the festivities [3].
- On Saturday evening, August 23rd, a musical event featuring "Dry Aged Finest Rock" is scheduled to start at 8:00 pm in Worms-Abenheim [2].
- The festival is deeply rooted in local culture and community engagement, with support from local clubs, residents, and the partner winery Best [3].
Entertainment and Activities:
Visitors can expect a carousel and auto-scooters on the festival grounds, as well as a festival tent [1]. On Friday at 5:30 PM, the festival will be officially opened at the Kerwe stage, including the traditional Kerwe excavation and setting of the Kerwe tree [1].
At 7 PM on Saturday, "Good Ol' Boys" will perform on the Seebühne Rathausstraße, and on Sunday, family activities will include Open Stage, face painting, and glitter tattoos [1].
On Saturday, traditional Kerwe football matches by FSV Abenheim will take place [1]. The festival will wind down on Monday in the courtyards and Weindorf, with the conclusion featuring a grand fireworks display and the traditional Kerwe burial [1].
Music and Performances:
At 7 PM on Monday, "Lars Leckebusch" will perform live on the Seebühne Rathausstraße [1]. On Thursday at 5 PM, the Greek Evening will take place in the new Weindorf on Rathausstraße, featuring Family Milonas & Friends [1]. At 7 PM on Friday, "Moonshine Dew" will perform live on the Seebühne Rathausstraße [1].
From 5 PM on Saturday, several concerts with live music and dance events with DJs will start in the Kerwe courtyards [1].
Religious and Cultural Events:
On Sunday, the festive Kerwe service will take place at 11 AM in St. Bonifazius Church, followed by a communal Kerwe lunch at the Heimatmuseum [1].
For detailed event times or specific program highlights for each day, additional local announcements or the festival’s social media closer to the event dates may provide comprehensive day-by-day schedules.
[1] - Local Announcements [2] - Worms-Abenheim Event Calendar [3] - Abenheim Kerwe Official Website
Enjoy the festive atmosphere, local food, music, and entertainment at the Abenheim Kerwe festival in Worms, Germany!
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