Kiel – Kiel Autumn Market 2027

Kieler Herbstmarkt 2027 is expected to take place from 1 to 10 October 2027, based on previous editions of the fair. This has not yet been confirmed; the city of Kiel has not yet published its dates for 2027.

Kiel Autumn Market 2027: provisional dates

The Kiel autumn fair usually begins in early October. For 2026, it was scheduled to take place on Wilhelmplatz from 2 to 11 October. In 2025, the event ran from 3 to 12 October. We therefore provisionally expect it to run from 1 to 10 October 2027. This is a plausible continuation of the pattern, but not an official confirmation. The state capital will announce the specific dates for 2027 in due course. You should therefore check the dates again before booking or making a long journey.

Wilhelmplatz as a traditional fairground

Wilhelmplatz will once again become a large fairground in autumn. Its location near Kronshagener Weg and Eckernförder Straße makes it an ideal spot for a traditional fair in the city. According to Kiel, the local market tradition goes back more than five centuries. During the festival, you can expect rides, stalls and a range of food options on the square. The new site plan will determine exactly how the space is allocated. The map marker therefore shows only the central event site, not the positions of individual attractions.

Kiel Autumn Market 2027: rides

In previous years, the autumn market has also featured classic rides and children’s carousels. There are also games, market stalls and food outlets. In 2026, Kiel-Marketing described the market as a place to enjoy prizes, carousel rides and regional specialities. Specific attractions for October 2027 have not yet been announced. We therefore do not attribute rides or operators from previous autumn editions without checking. The later line-up of rides will show which major rides and children’s attractions are actually coming to Kiel.

Admission and opening hours

General admission to the Kiel fair is free. Rides, games and drinks are paid for separately at the stalls. Provisional opening times, as of 2026: Sunday to Thursday, the autumn market was normally open from 14 to 22. On Fridays and Saturdays, it was open from 14 to 23. A local listing gave reduced hours until 21 on the final Sunday. These figures from previous years are only a guide for 2027, not a confirmed daily schedule.

Food and a family day out

Sweet aromas, savoury snacks and illuminated carousels are all part of the typical fair experience. Families can enjoy a range of attractions for children, while the larger rides are more suited to teenagers and adults. The selection varies with each edition. Specific price deals and discounts for 2027 have not yet been confirmed either. This entry therefore does not invent family days or fireworks. Once the city or Kiel-Marketing announces specific special offers, they can be added with their dates.

Getting to Wilhelmplatz and traffic

The fair is held on Kiel’s Wilhelmplatz. Public transport towards Kronshagener Weg and Eckernförder Straße is a good option for getting there. During set-up, the fair and dismantling, some or all of the square is closed to regular parking. Nearby streets may also be busier. It is therefore worth looking for alternative parking before you travel. The exact traffic arrangements in Kiel for autumn 2027 are not yet known.

Kiel fair: past and present

The fair has evolved from traditional gatherings of traders and showmen into modern entertainment featuring a variety of carousels. Our gallery includes a genuine historical photo taken on Wilhelmplatz. It illustrates the tradition, but does not show the 2027 autumn market or confirm which rides are currently there. The cover image is a generic Kirmes illustration. The city provides current information, and you can discover other fairs in Schleswig-Holstein in our calendar.

You can find new information on the official event page. You can find more funfairs in our fair calendar.