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60TH ANNUAL PFENNIGBAZAAR, March 4-5, 10 A.M.-5 P.M.
GYM AT GESCHWISTER-SCHOLL-GRUNDSCHULE/SCHREBER STRASSE 1, KAISERSLAUTERN
The largest charity bazaar and indoor flea market is opening its doors for the 60th time under the patronage of Lord Mayor Weichel of Kaiserslautern and is organized by the German American and International Women’s Club (GAIWC). The bazaar offers household goods, clothes, books and much more to discover. Donations can be dropped off at the venue on Friday, March 3 from 1 – 4 P.M. (clothing, toys, antiques, tablecloths, pots and pans only). For more information visit: www.gaiwc.de or call Tel. 0171-938 66 66
DAS DSCHUNGELBUCH MUSICAL (JUNGLE BOOK), FEB. 23 AND 24, 4 P.M.
FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN
Turbulent jungle action centering around friends and overcoming limitations. In this energy packed musical, the jungle will come to life, when Mogli and his animal friends take younger and older visitors on an adventurous journey. Great family fun or inspiration for a school field trip. Tickets at: https://www.eventim.de or Tel. 0631 365-3450, kultur@kaiserslautern.de for group tickets.
WE SALUTE YOU, AC/DC TRIBUTE BAND, FEB. 25, 8:30 P.M.
CONGRESS CENTER RAMSTEIN
We Salute You is a AC/DC Tribute Band, which sets new standards in honor of the legendary Australian rock band with its elaborate and authentic concerts. Former AC/DC photographer Robert Ellis stated, “This is the closest thing to the real thing!” after visiting one of their concerts. Rock fans, don’t miss out on this astonishing concert. Tickets: https://congresscenterramstein.reservix.de/p/reservix/event/1972293
CELEBRAMUS, FRANZ VON SICKINGEN/CITY RIGHTS, DUAL ANNIVERSARY
LANDSTUHL 2023
The City of Landstuhl is celebrating two anniversaries in the year 2023. The 500th death day of Franz von Sickingen, its most prominent resident ever, is coming up. In addition, Landstuhl is celebrating 700 years of city rights. A number of special events, such as a tour to sister Castle Ebernburg, a crime tour around Castle Nanstein, a parade, a concert as well as a musical are planned throughout the year.
March 2, 7 p.m., Museum in der Zehntenscheune: A presentation about the life and times of Franz von Sickingen (in German). Further upcoming events: Apr/May – “A Murder at the Castle” crime evening, May 5 -7, Castle Experience Days
TINA, THE ROCK LEGEND, TINA TURNER TRIBUTE SHOW, March 7, 8 P.M.
FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN
This fascinating show with Tina’s greatest hits and impressive dance elements, will “break every rule”. Don’t miss out on the ultimate tribute to the one and only Tina! Tickets: https://www.eventim.de/en/event/break-every-rule-tina-the-rock-legend-tina-the-rock-legend-fruchthalle-kaiserslautern-11609576/
THE 12 TENORS, THE POWER OF TWELVE, March 9, 7.30 P.M.
FRITZ WUNDERLICH HALLE, KUSEL
Twelve top international singers, accompanied by a high carat band! Twelve unique voices in a spectacular light show. Twelve world renowned tenors will entertain you with diverse pieces of music from classic arias, love ballads to rock and pop hymns from the charts. Tickets: www.ticket-regional.de or Tel. 06381/424496
ABTEIKIRCHENKONZERT, (CHURCH CONCERT), March 12, 5 P.M.
ABTEIKIRCHE, OTTERBERG
The first concert in 2023 in the impressive Abteil Church will present a German requiem by Johannes Brahms. The Chamber Philharmonie Mannheim will perform with solo artists Noemi Sohn, soprano, and Klaus Mertens, baritone, accompanied by the choir of the Versöhnungkirche. Classic fans will adore this requiem in seven parts.
“FRÜHLINGSERWACHEN” (MARCH MARKET SPRING COMES TO LIFE), March 12, 1 P.M.
CITY CENTER, KIRCHHEIMBOLANDEN
The market invites visitors to shop on Sunday, welcome the first colors of spring and enjoy a coffee in rays of sunshine. A creative market with handmade goods will take place in the historic district and children are invited to the bouncy castle and a carousel.
KAISERSLAUTERN CITY TOUR IN ENGLISH, March 18, 11:15 A.M.
TOURIST OFFICE, KAISERSLAUTERN
If you are interested in getting to know the local area during your stay in Germany, we encourage you to take part in an English guided tour in the City of Kaiserslautern! The tourist information is offering guided English tours of the ruins of Casimir Castle, the Count Palatinate Hall and the 70-meter long underground tunnels. Further tours will be offered once a month until Nov. The meeting place is the Tourist Information next to the Fruchthalle and the tour takes about 1.5 hours. The cost is € 5.00 for adults, € 4.00 for children and students. Registration is required at touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de or Tel. 0631 365 2316.
MOBILE ICE-SKATING RINK, UNTIL MID March
SCHILLERPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN
The mobile ice-skating rink in the heart of the pedestrian zone in Kaiserslautern will be in operation until mid-March. For details, visit: https://www.inrlp.de/rlp/region-kaiserslautern
LÄTAREUMZUG (PARADE), March 19, 2 P.M.
CITY CENTER, LANDAU
The traditional Lätare Parade, which takes place three Sundays prior to Easter will wind its way through the streets of Landau. The colorful parade will start in front of the city hall and end at the large market square. A Hansel thimble game (finger puppets) will be presented, followed by the burning of winter, including a snowman. This tradition is unique to the region along the Deutsche Weinstraβe (German wine road), so don’t miss out on this extraordinary event in Germany!
LAUTERN BLÜHT AUF (SPRING MARKET), March 25 AND 26
CITY CENTER KAISERSLAUTERN
Experience Kaiserslautern blooming again in spring. Shops and restaurants/cafés in the pedestrian zone have planned a colorful program with concerts, artists and walking acts. Shops will be open from 1 – 6 p.m. on Sunday. Come and spring into spring!
HINKELSTEIN-WANDERMARATHON/TRAIL, March 26, 8 A.M.
STADTHALLE, OTTERBERG
Hiking fans and trail running athletes can look forward to an exciting outdoor event during spring’s first rays of sunshine. The run starts at the Stadthalle in Otterberg, in close proximity to the impressive Abteikirche. Various distances are available: a full marathon with a distance of 42 km starts between 7.30 – 8 a.m. The half marathon 22 km starts between 8 and 9 a.m. and the trail hike between 9 and 9.30 a.m. Whether you run or walk at a leisurely pace, the trail will lead you through pristine forest areas and stretches across open fields, passing historic border stones, menhirs and ponds. It offers breathtaking views such as the Donnersberg, the Pfalz region’s highest peak. There will be stations with refreshments and checkpoints along the way. A registration is required at tourist-info@otterbach-otterberg.de
