Genthin – Genthiner Kartoffelfest 2027

Genthiner Kartoffelfest 2027 is expected to take place from 17 to 19 September 2027 at Volkspark am Wasserturm. The date follows the annual September pattern of previous editions and has not yet been officially confirmed.

Genthiner Kartoffelfest 2027: provisional date

The town of Genthin held the 32th Kartoffelfest from 18 to 20 September 2026. The previous edition, 2025, took place from 19 to 21 September. Based on this pattern, a plausible period for 2027 is Friday 17 September to Sunday 19 September. There has not yet been an official announcement for the new year, so the date is provisional. The exact programme also depends on the plans for the upcoming edition. Visitors should check the town calendar shortly before making a long journey.

Volkspark and the Kartoffelfest tradition

The traditional fair takes place at Volkspark am Wasserturm. This spacious green area lies right by the Elbe-Havel Canal. Regional food, entertainment and activities for families come together here. In 2026, the town once again celebrated the potato with various competitions. The fair has been held for several decades. The 33th edition is expected in 2027, provided the event continues without interruption.

Genthiner Kartoffelfest 2027: rides

A funfair was also part of the Kartoffelfest recently. Break Dance, bumper cars and a swing ride were among the attractions mentioned in connection with the showmen's area for 2026. These names do not constitute a confirmed line-up of rides for 2027, so some attraction profiles are not yet linked to the event. The town only published its new programme flyer in the summer of 2026. The list for the next edition may also appear later, so it is worth comparing the confirmed new rides after publication.

Potato soup competition and queens' gathering

The Kartoffelfest offers more than carousels. In 2026, the potato soup tasting and competition took place on Saturday. Amateur and professional cooks presented their recipes. Various product and guest queens also came to Genthin. The potato queen had a special role in the programme. These traditions shape the fair and make it an interesting culinary event too. The competition times for September 2027 have not yet been announced.

Admission is not free every day

Important for planning: admission to the Kartoffelfest 2026 was charged on Saturday. Adults paid the standard price of 5 euros, the reduced price was 2,50 euros, and children up to twelve years old went free. Admission was free on Friday and Sunday. The “Free admission” field is therefore inaccurate for the whole event. We have listed admission as partly chargeable. The town still needs to confirm whether the same arrangements and prices will apply in 2027. Rides and food may cost extra.

Opening times and stage programme

Provisional opening times, as of 2026: The festivities began at 14 on Fridays and ended at 1. On Saturdays, the hours were 11 to 2, and on Sundays 11 to 18. These times are provided as a guide only. The previous programme featured live music, various shows and activities for children. There is no confirmed list of performers for 2027 yet, so no previous performance times, awards or programme items are being presented as confirmed for the new edition.

Getting there and visitor tips

The festival site is by the water tower in Volkspark Genthin. If you arrive by train, you can take a regional service to Genthin and continue to Volkspark. Visitors travelling by car should check local parking information. On the day when admission is charged, it is particularly useful to check the new prices and entry rules in advance. The image on this page is an illustrative image, not a photo of the Kartoffelfest.

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