Bad Dürkheim – Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt 2027
What to expect
The Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt 2027 brings together wine tradition and fairground entertainment over two September weekends at Wurstmarktplatz. The town of Bad Dürkheim confirms the dates from 10 to 14 and from 17 to 20 September 2027. Here you’ll find the confirmed details available so far, along with clear notes on what is still to be announced for 2027.
Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt 2027: Dates and visit planning
You can find the dated regular opening hours in the Opening hours section. Any different special opening hours for 2027 remain unconfirmed until officially announced.
Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt 2027: Fairground and offerings
Celebrate at Wurstmarktplatz, below Michaeliskapelle. According to the official information, the main attraction is more than 300 award-winning wines and sparkling wines from Bad Dürkheim vineyards. At the heart of the event are 36 traditional Schubkarchstände, with narrow tables and benches. They are complemented by the wine village, the festival tent and food and drink stalls. The participating businesses, wines, dishes and festival tent offerings for 2027 have not yet been fully announced.
Rides and line-up
The Wurstmarkt includes a traditional fairground area with rides, attractions and amusements. The town publishes a separate site plan and attractions overview each year. Applications for 2027 are open until 15 October 2026, so there is not yet a confirmed line-up of rides for 2027. Specific rides or new attractions are deliberately not announced here in advance.
Programme, opening and fireworks
Traditionally, the first Wurstmarkt Friday begins with a concert in the square, a procession, a historical opening ceremony and the ceremonial keg tapping. Regular features also include the Literary Morning Pint, music in the festival tent and events celebrating wine and Palatinate culture. The full daily programme for 2027 has not yet been published. Fireworks, including the closing display, are only confirmed once the town announces the specific programme items and times for 2027.
History and significance
According to the town, the event dates back to the Michaelismarkt of 1417. The name Wurstmarkt became established at the beginning of the 19th century; since 1910, it has been held on the second and third weekends of September. Since 1985, celebrations have taken place over nine festival days. Today, the town cites more than 600 years of tradition, 36 Schubkarchstände, over 300 wines and sparkling wines, and more than 600.000 visitors. The event thus combines wine culture, regional history and the atmosphere of a large travelling fair.
Admission and visitor information
According to the official FAQ, you do not need a ticket for the festival grounds; admission is free. You pay separately for rides, food and drinks. Avoid bringing large bags and rucksacks, as they are checked at the entrances. The festival grounds are accessible, and accessible toilets near the Dürkheimer Riesenfass can be used with a Euro key.
You can also find more fairs in the funfair calendar. Source: Town of Bad Dürkheim – Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt.
Highlights at a glance
What Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt has to offer
- Festival tent / beer garden
More to experience in Bad Dürkheim
AdvertisingGetting there & services
The town expressly recommends using public transport. Tram lines 4 and 9 stop in front of the station; train and bus services are usually increased for the Wurstmarkt. The special timetables for 2027 have not yet been published. For cars, the town lists around 2.200 managed parking spaces and about 1.500 additional unmanaged spaces, and points visitors to the parking guidance system. There is a secure bicycle parking area behind the Gradierwerk. Check the official special timetables and traffic information shortly before you travel.
- Accessible with some difficultyWheelchair & pushchair
- Public toilets
- Nearby car parks
- Good public transport links / special services
- Bicycle parking
Good to know
- Leave large bags and rucksacks at home if possible; checks take place at the entrances.
Frequently asked questions
When is Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt 2027?
From 10 to 14 and from 17 to 20 September 2027. On 15 and 16 September, only a limited interim market takes place.
Where is the event venue?
Wurstmarktplatz Bad Dürkheim, St.-Michaels-Allee, 67098 Bad Dürkheim.
What are the opening hours for 2027?
Official dates: 10–14 and 17–20.09.2027. Festival days start no later than 11:00; rides run from 11:00 until no later than 00:00. Interim market on 15/16.09: only selected Schubkarch and food stalls from 12:00 to 22:00, with no full fairground operation. General serving cut-off: when the last guest leaves; specific daily closing times 2027 have not been published.
Which rides will be there in 2027?
A final line-up of rides for 2027 has not yet been published. Previous participants are therefore not confirmed for this edition.
Is the programme for 2027 already fully known?
The full programme of events for 2027 has not yet been published. Specific fireworks, special promotions and prices will be added only after official confirmation.