Fostering an open and active German-American community
There's always something happening in the context of our statewide efforts to welcome American families to their new home away from home:
- German-American celebrations,
- Recurring informal get-togethers,
- Distribution of welcome bags to new American families,
- Local cooking classes for Americans,
- City tours in English,
- and much more.
Take a look at the next events in this program and feel free to be a part of them!
Furthermore, our communities participating in this state program are making big efforts to support you as you settle in the local area by providing information in English about upcoming local events. This is meant to make it easier for you to know what's happening close to you and help you participate in community life. After all, your community strives for an open and active German-American relationship and wants to let you know that you're more than welcome to prosper as member of the community. Check out their next activities and join in!
Next program events
German-American Stammtisch Ramstein - 02/19: 6.30 pm
Our state initiative "Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz"!" hosts the next meeting of the German-American Stammtisch Ramstein on February 19, 6.30 pm at the Restaurant Da Nino, Am Kiefernkopf 20, Ramstein-Miesenbach with friendly support from local volunteers.
The Stammtisch aims to facilitate the local German-American exchange and provides a recurring forum for Americans and locals to meet and get to know each other. Come out, chat with your neighbors, and learn about the local way of life over dinner!
Join the Facebook group of the Stammtisch to stay in touch: https://goo.gl/jB67r9
Events
Good to Know
Join the local festivities and get to know the people around you
The communities participating in this state initiative are making big efforts to support you settle in the area by providing information in English about local events you are more than welcome to attend.
Your community strives after an open and active German-American relationship and therefore wants to kindly encourage you to meet your new neighbors at its events.
Grab the chance and join in!
All upcoming community events
08/07-10: Funfair in Weltersbach
08/13-17: Funfair Jettenbach
08/14-17: Funfair in Schrollbach
Kerwe in Schrollbach
Bruchstraße 17 - 19
66879 Niedermohr
Short description
For many German villages it is typical to have annual fairs. These are casual get-togethers where you can spend time with family and friends as well as can meet new people.
You can have a Bratwurst and a Bier while the kids try out the rides.
08/14-17: Funfair Mehlingen
08/21-23: Old City Fest
08/22-24: Funfair Fockenberg-Limbach
08/28-31: Miesenbach Fair
Miesenbacher Kerwe
Am Marktplatz
66877 Miesenbach
Short description
On the last weekend in August Miesenbach traditionally celebrates its village fair with music and entertainment. From Friday through Monday the fairground with its rides and booths selling candy, food, and beverages will be a treat especially for young visitors.
09/04-07: Funfair in Katzenbach
09/12-14: Funfair Baalborn
09/18-21: Funfair in Kottweiler-Schwanden
09/18-21: Funfair Baumholder
Kerb Baumholder
Kennedyallee
55774 Baumholder
Short description
Get ready for three days of festivities and live music in the Kennedyallee and at the market place.
09/18-22: Ramstein Fair
Ramsteiner Kerwe
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Short description
The traditional Ramstein funfair is hosted on the third weekend of September each year. Ramstein’s market square turns into a big fairground. The funfair features fun rides and booths offering candies, as well as food, beverages, and musical entertainment. The traditional raising of the fair pole takes place in front of the Ramstein museum (on Miesenbacher Strasse 1) on Sunday afternoon.
09/25-28: Funfair Martinshöhe
09/25-28: Funfair in Reuschbach
Kerwe in Reuschbach
Ortsstraße 18
66879 Niedermohr
Short description
For many German villages it is typical to have annual fairs. These are casual get-togethers where you can spend time with family and friends as well as can meet new people.
You can have a Bratwurst and a Bier while the kids try out the rides.
10/03-04: German Thanksgiving
10/03-05: Funfair Steegen
10/04: Ramstein Farmers' Market
Ramstein Bauernmarkt
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Time
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Short description
At the Ramstein farmers’ market various exhibitors will present rural traditions and lifestyle, as well as arts and crafts and culinary specialties. The market starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. A church service is held at the Congress Center Ramstein (CCR). Visitors can purchase harvest-fresh products such as apples, vegetables, pumpkins, and sweet corn from the local area. Also, a large choice of meat and sausage products, handmade cheese, jellies, liquors, bread, oils, honey, coffee etc. are available. Craftsmanship, decoration items, gift articles etc. are presented, too. Animals like fowl, rabbits, donkeys, and sheep that are shown throughout the market square, especially awake the children´s interest. The kids´ program includes face painting and pumpkin carving. Musical entertainment is provided as well. The scent of hearty soups, stir-fried dishes or bratwurst invites the guests to stay and enjoy local specialties. Ramstein stores are open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The city of Ramstein as well as local vendors and exhibitors are looking forward to welcoming you!
10/16-19: Funfair in Hütschenhausen
10/23-25: Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Time
Friday/Saturday 6 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Short description
Live Bavarian brass music in the big festival tent, German beer and Bavarian specialties will be offered. Friday and Saturday night local party bands will heat up the vibe. On Sunday there is free admission to the festival tent from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Put on your Dirndl or Lederhosen and join the party!
10/25: Wendelinus Market
Wendelinusmarkt
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Time
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Short description
In honor of Saint Wendelinus the church parish of Ramstein celebrated the “Wendelinus Market” in 1710 for the first time. The patron saint answered the prayers of the locals and protected their livestock against epizootic disease. The market was revived in 1986. Today the market features numerous exhibitors offering a large variety of goods such as gift and decoration items, wood carving, leatherwork, jewelry, children´s clothing, crochet work, scarves, and a lot more. A great choice of culinary specialties is available, too. Furthermore, live musical entertainment is presented. The opening ceremony and church service are held inside the festival tent. Visitors can bring their pets along to have them blessed. The Ramstein stores are open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.