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Lautern Summer Evenings
Summer Sounds in Our Anniversary Year
Unwind on Tuesday evenings at the “Lauter Summer Evenings”
The “Lautrer Sommerabende” are entering their fifth year! Throughout the summer months, from June 9 to September 15, 2026, various artists will once again perform on a mobile stage at different locations throughout downtown Kaiserslautern on eight evenings. This means that even in the anniversary year of the city of Kaiserslautern, there will be a musical program on eight Tuesdays from 5 to 9 p.m., guaranteed to create a great atmosphere.
On each of the eight evenings, a different group will perform, ensuring a good mood and relaxation. After a stroll through downtown, visitors can grab a refreshing drink at a local restaurant or take a seat in the comfortable lounge chairs in front of the stage to listen to the music—a welcome break from everyday life.
Lautern Summer Evenings – Program:
July 21, Stiftsplatz
Pamela O’Neal and Myk Sno’ – Pure Soul Power
These two soul singers from California and Indiana have their musical roots in gospel choirs and their families. Music has been at the center of their lives since childhood, accompanied by hard work to become professional singers. They have been booked across Europe and have performed on major stages with legends such as James Brown, Mariah Carey, Udo Jürgens, the Weather Girls, and the Temptations. With their powerful soul voices, they enchant every audience and leave behind unforgettable musical moments.
August 4, Schillerplatz
DJ Tony/B – House Beats
DJ Tony/B is known for packed dance floors and a keen sense of his audience. As a musical all-rounder, he moves confidently through a wide variety of genres and knows how to adapt to each event and crowd individually. His particular passion lies in electronic music, which he presents with energy and a danceable vibe. Tony/B delivers the perfect sound and ensures positive vibes from start to finish—from the first track to the last beat—whether in a club, on big stages, or at exclusive private events. In the Kaiserslautern region, he has long been a fixture and is known as a guarantee for a great atmosphere, musical diversity, and unforgettable nights.
August 18, Am Altenhof
Acoustic Fight – Rock, Reggae, and Pop
The cover band for everyone who doesn’t like cover bands—and everyone else. Blending pop, rock, and reggae, “Acoustic Fight” does its own thing. Songs by The Police, Bob Marley, and Led Zeppelin, among others, serve as inspiration for their minimalist interpretations. The motto: Anything is playable, anything can go wrong, everything stays different. The band plays new and old favorite songs that you might not recognize until the final chorus, but will find yourself humming along to from the very start. Pouya Nemati (vocals and wind instruments), Thomas Burckhardt (guitar and vocals), and Toni Düll (percussion and sound effects) create an atmospheric mix of music.
September 1, Riesenbrunnen
Mark Selinger DUO – Handcrafted. Authentic. Captivating.
Two young musicians from the heart of the Wine Route have made it their mission to blend cover songs with their own original compositions. They are Mark Selinger (guitar & vocals) and Lars Müller (cajon & rhythm), known from the band “Testsieger.” Evergreens, hits from recent years, or catchy original tunes: there’s something here for every musical taste. Friendliness and fun—especially on stage—have always been the focus for the two of them.
September 15, Kaiserpfalz / Willy-Brandt-Platz
For Good – Pop and Rock Classics
“For Good” is a girl band featuring five singers and a pianist, distinguished by their harmonious polyphonic vocals and polished arrangements. Among other things, they perform throwback songs from the pop, rock, and musical genres of the 90s and 2000s. These include songs by the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, the Spice Girls, and their namesake “For Good” from Wicked. The band members have performed regionally and nationally in a wide variety of groups and projects. The singers (Sarah Blätz, Janina Linnebacher, Charlotte Lisador, Ines Theobald, and Lisana Werno) have already performed in various musicals at the Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern. They have also been part of various world premieres by the band “Vanden Plas,” most recently in the rock opera “Last Paradise Lost.” There they met keyboardist and composer Günter Werno, who not only provides piano accompaniment in this ensemble but also helps develop the unique polyphonic arrangements.
Sightseeing tours in the anniversary year
” . . . So, who was Barbarossa? – certainly not a baker (who cashed in on the illustrious name), but a powerful emperor in the Middle Ages . . . “
Short distances, long history – 750 years of Kaiserslautern
The Tourist Information Office is kicking off the new season of city tours in March. To mark the city’s 750th anniversary, the tour guides of the Barbarossa Gästeführerverein e.V. (Barbarossa Tour Guide Association) have put together a very special tour in cooperation with the city of Kaiserslautern. “Short distances, long history – 750 years of Kaiserslautern” will premiere on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.
In addition to the tried-and-tested tours, such as “Pfalzgrafensaal and underground passage,” the various themed tours through the city center, and the city walks peppered with small delicacies, there is also new content on the program. “From the market bell to the digital message – news through the ages” shows how information channels have changed over time. In the children’s tour “Adventure Wildlife Park,” the forester explains to elementary school-aged children what there is to discover in the forest.
The range of English tours has been expanded (for example, the costumed tour of Hohenecken Castle). For the first time, there are also tours in French. In addition, there are several highlights in store throughout the year, such as theme days with short tours. The vintage bus “Liese” will also be back in service for one or two events.
An overview of all dates can be found on the Kaiserslautern city website www.kaiserslautern.de under “Tourism, Culture, Leisure > Tourism > Sightseeing Tours.” Registration can be done by phone at 0631 3654019 or by email at da-geh-ich-mit@kaiserslautern.de.
Kaiserslautern invites you to explore in summer
Extensive guided tour programme from the Tourist Information Office
Guided Tours in July
Pfalzgrafensaal & Corridors
The tour begins in the Pfalzgrafensaal of the former Renaissance castle, the city’s ceremonial halls. It then continues into the approximately 70-meter-long underground corridors, which bring the history of Kaiserslautern to life.
Dates: Wednesday, July 15, 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 29, 3:00 p.m.
7 euros per person / 6 euros per person (reduced rate)
KL Intensive
The tour begins with a guided tour of the Pfalzgrafensaal in the former Renaissance castle and a visit to the underground passages. We’ll then continue on foot for a short walking tour through the city center.
Dates: Saturday, July 18, 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 18, 11:15 a.m. (in French)
10 euros per person / 9 euros per person (reduced rate)
From the Market Bell to Digital Messages – News Through the Ages
How did people in Kaiserslautern get their news? From town criers to flyers, church pulpits, and newspapers, all the way to radio, television, and social media: the ways in which information has been shared in the city have constantly evolved. On this walking tour, you’ll discover the places where Kaiserslautern’s city history and communication have intersected over the centuries.
Date: Thursday, July 23, 3:00 p.m.
Meeting point: SWR Studio
7 euros per person / 6 euros per person (reduced rate)
Children’s Tour – Adventure in the Wildlife Park
The forest is full of secrets—you just have to look closely! On this special children’s tour, we’ll explore the hidden world of forest animals together with the city forester. What tracks do animals leave behind? Who lives in the thicket? And why do some forest dwellers prefer to stay out of sight? Along the forest adventure trail leading to the wildlife park, many forest dwellers have hidden themselves in the bushes. Will we spot them all? After a short break, a big feeding bucket and lots of hungry mouths await the children. A nature experience full of stories and quiet adventures that sparks curiosity, instills respect for nature, and will be remembered for a long time. In cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Kaiserslautern.
Recommended for children ages 6 to 13 (accompanied by an adult).
What to bring: Weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes, as well as a snack for a short break (max. 15 min.).
The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments.
Dates: Friday, July 24, 10:00 a.m.
Meeting point: Forest entrance on Voltairestraße
Participation is free of charge. To support and preserve the wildlife park, voluntary donations to the Förderverein Wildpark Betzenberg e.V. are warmly welcomed.
Legend Walk
Starting at the Imperial Palace, the tour leads through Lautern’s former Upper Town. The protagonist is a High Middle Ages lady from the nearby Sterrenberg Castle, whose legendary story invites you on a journey into the past. Thrills guaranteed!
Date: Friday, July 24, 3:00 p.m.
Meeting point: Willy-Brandt-Platz. Tickets available in advance at the Tourist Information Office.
7 euros per person / 6 euros per person (reduced rate)
Kaiserslautern “uff Pälzisch”
The Kaiserbrunne, a compact city, and Lautern originals—the tour takes you “uff Pälzisch” from the Kaiserbrunne through Steinstraße all the way to Brezel Adam.
Date: Saturday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.
Meeting point: Kaiserbrunne, Mainzer Tor
7 euros per person / 6 euros per person (reduced rate)
Children’s Tour – A Walk Through Legends
A medieval lady of the castle comes to the Imperial Palace to welcome young guests. She takes them on an exciting journey into Lautern’s legendary past. On the way to the City Museum, she tells stories of eerie figures, ghostly apparitions, and spine-chilling creatures.
This tour for children ages eight and up is only available with an accompanying adult.
Dates: Thursday, July 30, 3:00 p.m.
Meeting point: Willy-Brandt-Platz. Tickets available in advance at the Tourist Information Office.
7 euros per person / 6 euros per person (reduced rate)
Guided Tours in August
Pfalzgrafensaal & Underground Passage
The tour begins in the Pfalzgrafensaal of the former Renaissance castle, the city’s ceremonial halls. It then continues into the approximately 70-meter-long underground passage, which brings the history of Kaiserslautern to life.
Dates: Saturday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, August 1, 11:15 a.m. (in English)
Wednesday, August 19, 3:00 p.m.
7 EUR per person / 6 EUR reduced rate
Children’s Tour – Kaiserslautern for Little Ones (includes the underground passage)
How did the skeleton end up in the underground passage? And why is there a fish in the city’s coat of arms? Are you curious? Then come along on a tour through the Pfalzgrafensaal and the underground passage. You’ll find answers to these questions and much more. The tour is recommended for children ages seven and up (with an accompanying adult).
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 3:00 p.m.
7 EUR per person / 6 EUR reduced rate
Short Distances, Long History – 750 Years of Kaiserslautern
The citizens of Kaiserslautern are celebrating the granting of city rights by Rudolf of Habsburg in 1276. What does this mean for the people? Through a journey spanning 750 years in time and 750 meters in space, we delve into the city’s evolution from a royal court to a major metropolis. There are exciting and unique things to discover. 750 years of Kaiserslautern are a reason to celebrate.
Dates: Saturday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, August 18, 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 30, 2:00 p.m.
7.00 EUR per person / 6.00 EUR reduced rate
Soundtrack KL – Following the Musical Map of the City from the ’60s to the ’90s
From the 1960s to the 1990s, the music scene in Kaiserslautern was buzzing. Bars, music schools, and clubs provided rehearsal spaces—often damp, poorly ventilated, and with acoustics that reliably dampened any hope of world fame. Nevertheless, stage shows were crafted, new bands emerged, and for a brief moment, this small city was marked on the map of jazz, punk, and rock ’n’ roll: This city tour, inspired by the book of the same name, brings the “soundtrack of a city” from the ’60s to the ’90s back to life—from the “Golden Triangle” to the Old Town!
Keywords: Old Vienna, THING, Café Roma, Rumpelkammer, Waschbrett, SMILE, Benderhof, and many more.
With Christina Bacher, Hermann Dusch, and surprise guests.
Dates: Wednesday, August 12, 4:00 p.m.
Friday, August 14, 4:00 p.m. (sold out)
Saturday, August 15, 4:00 p.m. (sold out)
Meeting point: Salon Schmitt, Pirmasenser Straße 32
12.00 EUR per person
KL Intensive (incl. Pfalzgrafensaal & underground passage)
The tour begins with a guided tour of the Pfalzgrafensaal in the former Renaissance castle and a visit to the underground passage. The tour continues on foot with a short walk through the city center. Participants will learn fascinating facts about the history and present-day life of this more than 750-year-old “Barbarossa City.”
Date: Saturday, August 15, 10:30 a.m.
10.00 EUR per person / 9.00 EUR (reduced rate)
From the Market Bell to Digital Messaging – News Through the Ages
How did people in Kaiserslautern get their news? From town criers to flyers, church pulpits, and newspapers, all the way to radio, television, and social media: the ways in which information has been shared in the city have constantly evolved. On this walking tour, participants will discover the places where Kaiserslautern’s city history and communication have intersected over the centuries.
Date: Thursday, August 20, 3:00 p.m.
Meeting point: SWR Studio
7.00 EUR per person / 6.00 EUR (reduced rate)
Coffee and Cake
You’re cordially invited to “Coffee & Cake.” Participants will enjoy strolling from café to café in Kaiserslautern together, hearing all sorts of history and stories along the way.
Date: Friday, August 21, 2:00 p.m.
20.00 EUR per person
Welcome to K-Town – Following the Military’s Historical Footsteps in Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern is known worldwide as “K-Town.” More than almost any other city in Germany, it was transformed by the military after World War II. The U.S. military, in particular, continues to shape the city and its surrounding area to this day. But the French occupation period is also still visible today.
Michael Geib, the former director of the Docu Center Ramstein, invites you to join him on an entertaining and informative two-hour tour through downtown Kaiserslautern. Historical photos and eyewitness accounts bring the past to life.
Date: Saturday, August 22, 10:30 a.m.
7.00 EUR per person / 6.00 EUR reduced rate
Cemetery Tour – Jewish Cemetery
Today, the Jewish Cemetery is nestled within the main cemetery. A tour of this unique cultural landmark offers insight into Jewish funerary culture and Jewish life. The stories of Kaiserslautern residents are also highlighted.
Men, please remember to bring a head covering.
Date: Friday, August 28, 3:00 p.m.
Meeting point: Funeral Hall, Donnersbergstraße
7.00 EUR per person / 6.00 EUR (reduced rate)
Hidden Traces of Kaiserslautern’s Brewing History
Here, you’ll learn about and experience all kinds of stories related to Kaiserslautern’s breweries. A tasting is included. Sturdy footwear and a good flashlight are required. Guided tours are at your own risk. Participants release the City of Kaiserslautern, as well as the tour guides and cooperation partners commissioned by the city, from any liability.
Date: Friday, August 28, 4:30 p.m.
18.00 EUR per person
Registration is binding. Cancellations are possible up to one day in advance.
Unless otherwise noted, the meeting point is in front of the Tourist Information Office on Fruchthallstraße. Advance registration is requested for all tours (0631 3654019; da-geh-ich-mit@kaiserslautern.de).
Fruchthalle Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern’s Fruchthalle Fashion, art and crafts
Kulturmarkt Fruchthalle (c) Stadt KL Hanni Beck Thursday, Friday and Sunday: 12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m.,
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
On some evenings, the market is open until 7:30 p.m., after which you can enjoy one of the high-calibre concerts in the Fruchthalle hall.
Student café: Thursday to Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Lunch: Thursday to Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Tickets for concerts at the Fruchthalle Kaiserslautern are available from:
Tickets – 19.00 euros (reduced 13.00 euros) for all seats are only available in advance at the Tourist Information Office, Fruchthallstraße 14, Tel. (0631) 365-2316 or at the box office. The ticket entitles the holder to a return journey on the day of the event until 3:00 a.m. the following day on all public transport (with DB: RE, RB and S-Bahn, in the Rhine-Neckar transport network (VRN), 2nd class).
New Kaiserslautern picture calendar now available
To mark the city’s anniversary, the Kaiserslautern City Archives has published historical photographs from the 1920s in the form of a 2026 calendar.
High-resolution photographs of various streets and buildings invite you to take a stroll through old Kaiserslautern.
The calendars are available for €19.90 at the City Museum (Theodor-Zink-Museum/Wadgasserhof) or the Tourist Information Office during their respective opening hours. Pre-orders can also be placed at any time at:
Wochenmarkt Kaiserslautern
Every Tuesday and Saturday at Stiftsplatz and on Thursdays in Königstraße
From 7.00 am to 1.30 pm, you’ll find everything your heart desires here. Fresh produce ranging from fruit, cheese, vegetables and cold meats to fish and baked goods, as well as flowers and plants. Or simply a friendly chat about the weather, world events and Football.
Garbage Guide for the City of Kaiserslautern 2026
Once again in 2026, Stadtbildpflege Kaiserslautern (City Image Maintenance) has published a waste management booklet for English-speaking citizens who live in the Kaiserslautern city area. The 32 page Garbage Guide offers information on proper disposal, reuse, and avoidance of waste.
The A5 booklet provides addresses and opening hours of the municipal recycling centers, guidance on waste disposal dates published in the Stadtbildpflege app and website, as well as locations and dates for hazardous waste disposal. The booklet also gives an illustrated overview of correct waste separation.
The 2026 Garbage Guide for the City of Kaiserslautern is available for you to take away from the municipal recycling centers, the Rathaus city hall and the Stadtwerke Kaiserslautern (municipal utilities).
An online version can be downloaded from SK_Garbage_Guide_2026
Wadgasserhof
Biergarten Wadgasserhof (c)Stadt KL Inviting Beer Garden at the Wadgasserhof
In the summer months the inner courtyard of the Wadgasserhof with its beer garden invites visitors to linger in its historical ambience.
Sitting under the old chestnut tree, enjoy drinks and food from the neighboring Vietnamese restaurant Pho Viet. Opening hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Monday is a day off.
The exhibitions in the Wadgasserhof and the Theodor Zink Museum can be visited during the opening hours of the City Museum. These are Wednesday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00. Admission to special exhibitions is 5.00 euros, reduced 2.50 euros, the visit to the permanent exhibition is free.
Wadgasserhof, Steinstrasse 55, 67653 Kaiserslautern
Tel: 0631 365-2326
Pfalzgalerie
Photo: © Stadt Kaiserslautern Pfalzgalerie, Museumsplatz 1, 67657 Kaiserslautern
Tel.: 0631 3647201
Tuesday: 11:00 – 20:00, Wednesday – Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00, Closed Mondays
The Museum Palatine Gallery in Kaiserslautern was founded in 1874 as a museum of Trades and Crafts. The museum building was constructed from 1875 to 1880. Today, its main focus is on painting and sculpture from the 19th to 21st centuries.
The permanent collection includes: our friends. Abstract American Art from a Private French Collection
Theodor Zink Museum
Photo: © Stadt Kaiserslautern Theodor Zink Museum, Steinstr. 48, 67657 Kaiserslautern
Tel. 0631 365-2327
www.theodor-zink-museum.de
Tuesday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm;
Saturday and Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm;
Closed Monday
Guided tours by telephone arrangement
Permanent Exhibition: Kaiserslautern – Time Pictures from Ten Millennia
Times of Opening: Wednesday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 6pm, Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Documentation – Stations of a Municipal Museum
From the History of the Theodor Zink MuseuEmmerich Smola School of Music and Music Academy
Kaiserslautern Zoo
The Kaiserslautern Zoo is a popular destination located in Siegelbach in the northwestern outskirts of the city’s suburbs: an oasis of tranquility where you discover nature, and learn interesting details about the kingdom of animals.
KAMMGARN Kaiserslautern
The Kammgarn is one of the top venues in Germany and for years has been an internationally respected, first-call concert hall for pop, rock, hip-hop, rap, indie, jazz, blues, comedy, cabaret, punk, goth, infotainment and more.
“The SNUG” Irish Pub
Kaiserslautern’s funnest place to be
Opened in August 2013 in the location of former Irish Pub, Thursty Nellys, it has been totally transformed by new manger, Lisa Muehlberger.
K1 HIGH ROPES Course Fröhnerhof
The attraction in the Palatinate forest
Climbing Fun – Up the trees
A wonderful piece of nature, healthy trees, a few loads of building wood, many meters of steel and the enthusiasm you bring along – discover for yourself the purest joy of climbing! The courses consist of exercises which make the way from one platform to the next a genuine adventure, with obstacles made from cables, swings, rope bridges and wooden bridges.
K1 – THE IDEAL DESTINATION FOR; Family tours, School trips, Team-Events , Club and company excursions , Birthday parties, … and of course also for you!
Irish House Kaiserslautern
Spacious pub dedicated to the Irish tradition. Here you can enjoy a Guinness® or Kilkenny® by the crackling fireplace or play a round of pool or darts with friends. The old stucco ceilings are witnesses to the past decades and could tell tales of many a long night. The well-stocked bar offers the right drink not only for whiskey lovers. At least 6 beers always on tap complement by a large selection of bottled beers. Smoke-free house.
EVENTS
Perfect sound and acoustics on three floors, plus a state-of-the-art lighting system. The event room was completely renovated in 2021, and live concerts have been taking place every week since. Whether 30 or 300 visitors, the possibilities offered by the special architecture ensure that every event is a success.
BEER GARDEN
A beautiful old tree population provides guests with plenty of shade in summer to relax with an after-work beer. The small stage on the edge of the Eselsbach stream is used weather permitting for Summer Sunday Sessions. Artists from the region gather here, and the kitchen provides the perfect dishes to accompany the music.
Irish House, Eselsfürth 11, 67657 Kaiserslautern