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MOBILE ICE-SKATING RINK, OPENED JAN. 20 UNTIL MID MARCH
SCHILLERPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN
The mobile ice-skating rink opened in the heart of the pedestrian zone in Kaiserslautern. Skate a few rounds, turn pirouettes and enjoy some icy winter fun for the whole family. Skates can be rented and snacks and drinks will also be on sale. For details, visit: https://www.inrlp.de/rlp/region-kaiserslautern
DER NUSSKNACKER (NUTCRACKER SUITE), FEB. 5, 7 P.M.
FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN
For over a century Peter Tschaikowsky’s ballet “The Nutcracker Suite” had been a family favorite. Dive into the magical atmosphere and step back into your own childhood full of dreams. Tickets at: https://www.eventim.de
FASTNACHT/FASCHING/KARNEVAL, STARTING FEB. 16
GERMANY WIDE
Thursday, Feb. 16. marks the beginning of the Karneval season in Germany. Thursday is referred to as “Altweiberfastnacht” (old wives’ Fastnacht), where witches steal the keys to the city hall and take over command for the weekend. There are celebrations throughout the weekend and the festival culminates on “Faschingsdienstag” (Shrove Tuesday), as Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent.
The largest parades take place on Rose Monday, Feb. 20 in the city centers:
Köln/Cologne, 10 a.m.; Düsseldorf, 12.30 a.m.; Mainz, 11:11 a.m.; Aachen, 11:11 a.m.; Stuttgart, 12 a.m.; Frankfurt, Sunday, Feb. 19, 12:11 a.m.; Ramstein-Miesenbach, Westricher Fastnacht,Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2 p.m., with 50,000 spectators and KMC participation expected.
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
TINA, THE ROCK LEGEND, TINA TURNER TRIBUTE SHOW, MARCH 7, 8 P.M.
FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN
A gigantic and absolutely rousing music show. 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), MAR. 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.
MARCH MARKET “FRÜHLINGSERWACHEN” (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.
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 Weinstrasse (German wine road), so don’t miss out on this extraordinary event in Germany!
