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LEISURE TIME
03/12: German-American Stammtisch Ramstein
Deutsch-Amerikanischer Stammtisch Ramstein
Am Kiefernkopf 20
Ramstein-Miesenbach
Time
6.30 p.m.
Short description
Our state initiative "Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz!" hosts regular meetings of the German-American Stammtisch Ramstein 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
04/12: Ramstein Spring Festival
Ramstein Spring Festival
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Time
12 p.m.
Short description
The "Werbering Ramstein" (Ramstein Advertising Association) organizes a Spring Festival on Ramstein´s Market Square located between the Ramstein town hall and the Congress Center Ramstein. Vendors will be grouped around the square offering garden decoration, spring flowers, herbs, plants, and gift ideas.
04/16: German-American Stammtisch Ramstein
Deutsch-Amerikanischer Stammtisch Ramstein
Am Kiefernkopf 20
Ramstein-Miesenbach
Time
6.30 p.m.
Short description
Our state initiative "Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz!" hosts regular meetings of the German-American Stammtisch Ramstein 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
04/24-26: Medieval Spectacle
Mittelalterliches Spektakulum
Am Neuen Markt 4
66877 Ramstein
Time
Friday: 6 - 11 p.m.
Saturday: 1 - 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Short description
For three days the city of Ramstein-Miesenbach plays host to the second Medieval Spectacle in the city center with medieval market bustle. The medieval reenactment takes place on Ramstein´s market square and Prometheusplatz next to the Ramstein town hall and Congress Center. A varied program with live music, dance performances, fire show, gleeman and medieval food and drinks awaits the visitors.
05/01-03: EMPIRE OF PROG Festival
EMPIRE OF PROG Festival
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Short description
Congress Center Ramstein will celebrate three days of Classic & Progressive Rock with the first EMPIRE OF PROG Festival, featuring bands from all over Europe – including Galahad (GB), Sammary (DE), Elleven (DE), Chandelier (DE) and Franck Carducci & The Fantastic Squad (FR). For further information check the website: www.congress-center-ramstein.de
05/13: German-American Stammtisch Ramstein
Deutsch-Amerikanischer Stammtisch Ramstein
Am Kiefernkopf 20
Ramstein-Miesenbach
Time
6.30 p.m.
Short description
Our state initiative "Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz!" hosts regular meetings of the German-American Stammtisch Ramstein 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
05/14-16: Open-Air Concerts - 40-year-anniversary of the CCR
Open Air Konzerte zu “40 Jahre CCR”
Schernauerstraße 50
66877 Ramstein
Short description
In 2026 the Congress Center Ramstein (CCR) will celebrate its 40th anniversary with open-air concerts on the grounds of the Azur leisure pool in Ramstein. The top act on May 16th is the German country rock band "BossHoss". The festivities start on Thursday, May 14th (German Father's Day) with a family day featuring the party band "Habachtaler". On Friday, starting at 5:30 pm, the whole family can enjoy "Dino Metal" with a performance by the band "Heavy Saurus". For further information check the website: www.congress-center-ramstein.de
06/05-07: German-American Friendship Fest Ramstein
German-American Friendship Fest
John F. Kennedy-Platz
66877 Ramstein
Short description
The venue for the fair is the John-F.-Kennedy-Platz in the center of Ramstein. A large variety of food and beverages will be offered, as well as culinary specialties from both countries. A live music program is presented on the open-air stage for three days. There is free admission to the event – registration is not required! Look forward to three entertaining days!
06/19-21: Seewoog Festival
Seewoog Festival
Waldstrasse
66877 Miesenbach
Short description
Great musical entertainment is guaranteed at this festival at the Seewoog Lake recreation area in Miesenbach. A large range of food and beverages is available. Free entrance on all three days! The Miesenbach Entertainment Club “UVM” is looking forward to welcoming you and your family!
06/26-08/07: Ramstein Summer Nights
Ramstein Summer Nights
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Time
7 - 11 p.m.
Short description
From the end of June until the beginning of August, the series of the Ramstein Summer Nights will take place on an open-air stage at the Congress Center Ramstein each Friday evening from 7 p.m. Each summer night will present a different band on stage. Admission is free – the events are standing concerts with a few non-reservable seats and bar tables available. The restaurant “Die Bühne” caters to the visitors.
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.
09/18-22: 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.
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!
10/23-25: 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.
11/14-15: Pre-Christmas Arts and Crafts Market
Kreativmarkt
Am Neuen Markt 4
66877 Ramstein
Time
Saturday: 1 - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Short description
Various exhibitors present creative work such as Christmas decoration, ornaments or arts and crafts. The offer ranges from jewelry, wood and glass articles, diversified works made of textile and felt, indoor and outdoor pottery and many other objects. Honey and other treats are offered, too. Visitors have the chance to look over the artists` shoulders while they offer live presentations. The smell of freshly baked cinnamon waffles and the festively decorated stands put visitors in the mood for the pre-Christmas season. Snacks, coffee and cakes are available. People are invited to participate in a raffle. Proceeds will be donated to the Hospice Care Association of Ramstein-Miesenbach.
11/25: Odds and Ends Market in Miesenbach
Krammarkt
Am Marktplatz
66877 Miesenbach
Time
8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Short description
Ages ago the “Krammarkt” used to be the traditional Miesenbach cattle market. The market is held at the former schoolhouse in Miesenbach and starts at 8 a.m. Vendors offer a large number of goods and products. Their items range from Christmas cookies, herbs and spices to Advent decoration, leather purses, fashion jewelry, household goods, handicraft, and a lot more. Scarves and caps for the cold season are available as well. Booths will be open all day long. At lunchtime a great range of dishes such as pea soup, beef served with horse radish, grilled sausages and meatballs etc. are offered inside the heated tent. In the afternoon coffee and cakes are offered at the “Haus der Vereine”.
12/05-06: Nikolaus Market
Nikolausmarkt
Am Neuen Markt
66877 Ramstein
Short description
You and your family are cordially invited to Ramstein´s Nikolaus Market! The market is located in the city center on the square next to the town hall and the Congress Center. Various vendors offer Christmas decoration, arts and crafts, spices, delicious food and beverages, goodies and “Glühwein”. The fountain on Ramstein´s market square turns into the largest Advent wreath in the region. Saint Nikolaus will visit the market on both days and there will be stage performances of choirs and music groups.
12/13: German-American Christmas Concert
German-American Christmas Concert
Am Neuen Markt 4
66877 Ramstein
Short description
The German American Christmas Concert featuring the USAFE Band and the Ramstein men´s choir looks back on a long tradition in the community. The performers will put you in a Christmas mood with their seasonal and festive tunes presented in the Congress Center Ramstein.
Ancient Sandstone Cross
Pfaffenkreuz
Schernauer Strasse
66877 Ramstein-Miesenbach
Short description
Originally the ancient sandstone cross stood in the “Reichswald” forest area where the Ramstein Air Base is located nowadays. In the 1950s when the construction of the air base started the cross was relocated to its present site.
The monument shows the engravings of two symbols – a cup and a book. According to a local legend these symbols commemorate a priest who had fallen victim to robbery and murder on his way to Ramstein.






