47th Annual German-American Volksfest

The Hohenfels Military Community will host the 47th Annual Volksfest from May 9-13, 2018, at the Festplatz located across from the Airfield. Held annually to celebrate the partnership with our German host nation and surrounding communities, the Volksfest includes five days of rich entertainment and concessions. Carnival rides are available every day during opening hours. A variety of traditional American and German food and beverages are also offered to satisfy your hunger and quench your thirst. If music is what you like, the Main Fest tent will host a variety of Bavarian and Country music each evening.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, May 9

4 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. I Gate 1 open I Volksfest open

4-6 p.m. I All Rides € l.00

7:30 p.m. - midnight I Band: Oha

Thursday, May 10

11 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. I Gate 1 open I Volksfest open

4 & 7 p.m. I Line dancing on the Bumper Cars

6-10:45 p.m. I Ricky Allen Band

Friday, May 11 (FAMILY DAY)

4 p.m. - midnight I Gate 1 open I Volksfest Open

4-8 p.m. I Family Day

4 p.m. I Beer Keg Tapping Ceremony

4-4:05 p.m. I Black Powder Musket Shoot

7-11:30 p.m. I Brenznsalzer Band

Saturday, May 12

Noon-midnight I Gate 1 open I Volksfest open

Noon - 6 p.m. I Military Vehicle Display

Noon - 5 p.m.I Classic Cars and Harley Display

12:30-2:30 p.m. I Asian Pacific Performance

3-4 p.m. I Youth Dance Performers

7 p.m. I Line Dancing on the Bumper Cars

7 p.m. I CB66 Band

10:45 p.m. I Fireworks Display

Sunday, May 13

10 a.m. - 9 p.m. I Gate 1 open I Volksfest open

10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. I Box Tours

11 a.m. - 6 p.m. I Military Vehicle Display

1:30 & 3 p.m. I Boogie Woogie Club (on fest stage)      

Military Vehicle Displays
German Army partners will be displaying tanks and vehicles May 12-13. JMRC and l-4 Infantry Battalion will also be displaying several vehicles.

Box Tour Information
May 13 guided bus tours of "The Box" will be offered by the Public Affairs team who will provide an insightful look into the history and nature of the training area.

These bus tours are designed for German neighbors that do not get to see the training area during the year. The ticket booth will be located at the airfield/parking lot. All tours will be conducted in GERMAN LANGUAGE ONLY and the cost is €3.

Four buses are offered, with the first bus leaving at 10:30 a.m. Each tour will last for about one hour. For more information, please contact Public Affairs at CIV 09472-83-2457 or DSN 466-2457.

For Your Information and Safety
All concessions will accept payment in both US Dollars or Euros.

• For the safety of all Fest goers, large bags, back packs or coolers will not be allowed on the Fest grounds. Parents of young children will be allowed to have stroller and diaper bags which are subject to be searched upon entry.
• While Gate l is open to the general public in order to allow friends of the community to enjoy the Volksfest, expect vehicles entering to be searched upon entry.
• The Volksfest is meant to be a pleasurable experience. Please act responsibly and be courteous to other event attendees. Don't drink and drive!
• Courtesy Patrols and Military Police Patrols will patrol the Fest Grounds to render assistance and provide guidance to those who require it.
• Drinking age for Germans is 16 years and older. Drinking age for Americans is 18 years and older.