Traditionelle St. Anna Kirmes in Gerolstein

Gerolsteiner Kirmes
Big fair with gourmet stalls, fireworks, and markets
from July 31 to August 03, 2026

The festival grounds by the Kyll in Gerolstein will once again become the fairgrounds on the last weekend of July. From Friday, July 31 until Monday, August 03, the fair will provide entertainment daily until the evening hours.

Fairground
The fairground will again be set up at the two large festival grounds by the Kyll and at the former post parking lot. Many attractions will bring the special fair atmosphere to Gerolstein. There is something for everyone. In addition to rides like Break Dance, bumper cars, and funhouse, fair visitors can also look forward to classics like the "Children's Loop" designed in colorful Disney style, the children's carousel "Treasure Island," and numerous skill booths. New this year – the haunted house "Walk of Dead".
Of course, roasted almonds, chocolate-covered fruit, crêpes, and churros will sweeten the fair visit, and those who prefer savory can choose currywurst with fries, pizza, potato pancakes, and spit roast.

Fair opening:
The fair will be opened on Friday, July 31, at 7:30 p.m. with the traditional tapping of the keg by city mayor Winfried Wülferath, accompanied by the cannon shot from the city soldiers. Afterwards, free beer will be served (while supplies last).

Live music stage and beer garden by the Kyll:
After a stroll around the fair, a music stage with a beer garden and a large live music program on the Hutter parking lot invites visitors. Bands such as "RockOn" (Friday evening), "Rockpiloten" (Saturday evening), and "KolonneSorgenlos" (Monday evening) will perform. Guests can look forward to atmospheric music evenings. The beer garden with a view of the Munterley rock invites for a cozy gathering and chatting.

Markets:
Another focus is the markets at the fountain square with a family flea market on Saturday and a flea market on Sunday.

Family Monday
On Sunday, everything will revolve around the theme "Family Day". This year, as a highlight, there will again be children’s entertainment with Uwe Reetz at 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. With catchy melodies, lively dance performances, and clever magic tricks, children can really let loose with Uwe. Additionally, face painting will offer great motifs for the kids.

Dolomites in Flames
On Monday evening, the fair will traditionally end at 10:15 p.m. with the theme "Dolomites in Flames" featuring a breathtaking fireworks display!