What to expect
Wäldchestag Frankfurt 2027: From Friday, 14 May to Tuesday, 18 May 2027, the Main metropolis celebrates its traditional Wäldchestag in the Stadtwald. Tourismus- und Congress GmbH Frankfurt has confirmed both the five-day dates and all daily opening hours. Among the trees, rides, stages and food stalls, you can look forward to a very special Whitsun fair.
Wäldchestag Frankfurt 2027: Fairground and atmosphere
The event takes place on the fairground around Oberforsthaus in Frankfurt City Forest. Unlike a funfair in a city-centre square, Wäldchestag is set among tall trees. Beer gardens, rides and several music areas are part of its long-standing festival culture. This is why it attracts many people from Frankfurt as well as visitors from the surrounding area.
Rides and attractions
The organisers have announced a lively fair with rides for different age groups. A Ferris wheel and other classics are documented in genuine archive photos of Wäldchestag. However, this does not provide a current line-up of participants for 2027. According to the tourism company, the official list of attractions will not be published until closer to the fair. Some rides therefore remain unconfirmed.
Food, drink and entertainment
The typical mix is fairground fun and Frankfurt's way of life. In the beer gardens, for example, you can enjoy Ebbelwei and Worscht, alongside a range of food stalls. Stages also offer music and entertainment. As the site is in the middle of the forest, it is worth taking a leisurely walk between the different areas rather than making a quick visit just for the rides.
Wäldchestag Frankfurt 2027: Dates and opening times
The opening times for 2027 have been officially published: Friday from 17 to 1, Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 1, and Whit Monday and Tuesday from 12 to 24. You can find all the different closing times in the opening times schedule. The Wäldchestag itself, from which the event takes its name, traditionally falls on the Tuesday after Whitsun.
Tradition and special programme
Many people regard Wäldchestag as Frankfurt's national holiday. In the past, some employees had Tuesday after Whitsun off so they could head to the city forest together. This tradition is no longer common everywhere, but lives on through the fair. The organisers are keen to strengthen the event's community spirit. The performers and ride line-up 2027 will be announced later.
Admission and getting there
The address is Am Oberforsthaus 1, 60528 Frankfurt am Main. Public transport is particularly convenient: tram lines 20 and 21, as well as bus routes, serve the Oberforsthaus area. Drivers can use designated car parks in the wider area. Some forest paths may be unpaved, so you should wear suitable footwear.
You can find more events and ideas for days out in the funfair finder. You can find the latest official information at Offizielle Seite Wäldchestag.
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Getting there & services
The address is Am Oberforsthaus 1, 60528 Frankfurt am Main. Public transport is particularly convenient: tram lines 20 and 21, as well as bus routes, serve the Oberforsthaus area. Drivers can use designated car parks in the wider area. Some forest paths may be unpaved, so you should wear suitable footwear.
Frequently asked questions
When is Wäldchestag Frankfurt 2027?
Frankfurt am Main: Friday, 14 May to Tuesday, 18 May 2027. Officially confirmed by Visit Frankfurt.
Where is the Wäldchestag site?
Around Oberforsthaus in Frankfurt City Forest, Am Oberforsthaus 1, 60528 Frankfurt.
What are the opening hours on 2027?
Friday 17–1, Saturday and Sunday 12–1, Monday and Tuesday 12–24. These times are from the official schedule for 2027.
Is admission to the event free?
Based on previous practice, the public festival site is free to enter. Rides, food and, where applicable, individual events are charged.
Which rides have been confirmed for 2027?
A complete, confirmed line-up of rides for 2027 is not yet available. Attractions from previous years are not presented as new bookings.
Are there any special programme events or fireworks?
The tourism company will publish the exact stage programme and attractions closer to the event date.
How do I get to the fairground?
The address is Am Oberforsthaus 1, 60528 Frankfurt am Main. Public transport is particularly convenient: tram lines 20 and 21, as well as bus routes, serve the Oberforsthaus area. Drivers can.
