The Michaeliskirmes in Gütersloh is a traditional folk festival that takes place in the heart of the city, around the market square and in the adjacent streets. The festival is known for its lively atmosphere and attracts visitors from all over the

In Frankenthal in Rhineland-Palatinate, about 10 kilometres from Ludwigshafen and about 15 kilometres from Mannheim in Baden-Württemberg, you will find the indoor playground "Kids Inn". This is a 3,000-square-metre indoor playground that guarantees fun

The Heerenveen Fair is a vibrant gathering place that transforms the heart of this Frisian town into a dazzling sea of colours and lights. As one of the region’s most significant folk festivals, it creates a unique blend of modern entertainment and

The Forest Coaster in Gura Humorului is a new highlight in the Suceava region in north-eastern Romania and a must for anyone who wants to combine nature and adrenaline. Opened in 2025, the facility was built by German manufacturer Wiegand and winds its

The Kermis in Oss is the largest funfair in the north of the Dutch province of North Brabant and an annual highlight in the city's calendar of events.

The festival transforms the centre of Oss into a lively amusement park and party mile. The funfair

Magdeburg is home to Germany's oldest folk festival, the Herbstmesse. It was first mentioned in 1010 and has had different names over the years. In the end it was simply the "Herbstmesse".

The Freiburger Mess' (Freiburg Fair) is held twice a year on the Neuer Messplatz. The Frühjahsmess' in May and the Herbstmess' in October. Over 110 showmen provide lots of fun and a good atmosphere.

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With almost 140 lovingly designed huts, the Christmas magic at Westfield Centro Oberhausen is one of the largest and most visited Christmas markets in the Ruhr area. It is characterised by its enormous size and its division into three magical themed

Flickering lights, the scent of candy floss and whirling rides

Showmen from all over Thuringia and Germany come to the Saalfeld fairground on the Weidig every year in July.

You can take a spin on the bumper cars and other attractive rides.

You can try out

In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, just over 1,000 metres from Dollywood Park - separated only by a huge car park - is Dollywood's Splash Country water park. Perfect for the hot days, it offers a wide selection of different water slides, swimming pools and much