What’s Up This Weekend In Kaiserslautern ()
Look no further for what to do this coming weekend, Dec. 20- Dec. 22, 2024, in the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC). We know it’s Christmas Market season. Click here for this year’s market directory.
Step right up and experience the magic of a traditional German circus! Under the iconic red and white big top, you’ll find dazzling performances, vibrant artistry, and timeless entertainment for all ages. With colorful décor, joyful clowns, and flags waving proudly from Germany and beyond, our circus blends culture, excitement, and spectacle. From thrilling acrobatics to breathtaking animal shows, every detail is crafted to delight. Come make unforgettable memories with us – where the spirit of the circus meets German charm! 🎪✨ (Martin Erdniss - Adobe Stock)
1. Christmas Circuses: No matter where in the KMC you reside, there is a Christmas circus within a reasonable drive all weekend long: Kaiserslautern, Trier, Mannheim and Saarbrücken. Each show promises a spectacle and can include fun favorites such as funny clowns, magic acts and acrobatics.
Discover the elegance and timeless magic of classical ballet with our enchanting performances! ✨ From the delicate tutus adorned with intricate embellishments to the graceful poise of our dancers, every step tells a story of beauty and precision. Set against a backdrop of rich, atmospheric staging, this ballet brings tradition and artistry to life. Perfect for families, lovers of culture, and anyone seeking a truly mesmerizing evening. 🎭🩰 (Ruslan Lytvyn - Adobe Stock)
2. “The Nutcracker”: What is the Christmas season without watching this classic show at least once? Although, I must admit the Rat King still freaks me out as an adult. See the show as performed by the professional Classical Ballet Naples in Kaiserslautern on Sunday or support local homeschooled youth by checking out their performance in Landstuhl on Friday.
The Borschtsch Benefits Festival is a vibrant celebration of Ukrainian culture, community, and charity. Held in Trier, Germany, this festival brings people together to enjoy traditional Ukrainian borscht, live music, dance performances, and cultural activities. More than just a feast, the event raises funds to support Ukrainian communities, fostering unity and cultural exchange. Experience the flavors, sounds, and heartwarming spirit of Ukraine while making a meaningful difference! 🍲🎶✨ (Carlos Castilla Jimenez - Adobe Stock)
3. Borschtsch Benefits Festival: Need a break from all things Christmas? Make your way to Trier on Saturday and Sunday for the Borschtsch Benefits Festival where you can taste Ukrainian treats, shop crafts and enjoy live music at this benefit “raising funds for an ambulance and essential medical equipment for the hospital in Lyman, Donetsk region.”
Kaiserslautern: Christmas Circus: Enjoy the spectacle until January 6th, 2025.
Ramstein: English-Language Movies at Broadway Kino: Click on the link to see what’s playing at this local movie theater this weekend.
Landstuhl: “The Nutcracker”: Support the homeschoolers of Landstuhl as they perform this classic.
Trier: 18th Trier Christmas Circus: Come out for the “most popular Christmas show on the Moselle” until December 31st.
Trier: Beats and Bowl: Every Friday and Saturday, rock out to music as you aim for some strikes.
Mannheim: Christmas Circus: Marvel at acrobatics and more at this circus until January 5th, 2025.
Frankenthal: Candlelight Concerts: Christmas Film Music: Enjoy your favorite songs as played by the string quartet.
Heidelberg: Magic Circus: Until January 6th, 2025, enjoy magical acts and surprises at this show.
Saarbrücken: 13th Christmas Circus: Laugh at the clowns and have lots of fun at this event until January 5th, 2025.
The Den, Ramstein Air Base: Magic the Gathering: Meet up with others to play the tabletop card game, Magic the Gathering.
Kaiserslautern: Weekly Market: Shop food, flowers, plants and more at this weekly market.
Baumholder: Park Run: Make your way to the park to run at 9 a.m. every Saturday.
Trier: Borschtsch Benefits Festival: Taste Ukrainian treats, shop crafts and enjoy live music at this benefit “raising funds for an ambulance and essential medical equipment for the hospital in Lyman, Donetsk region” on Saturday and Sunday.
Frankenthal: Candlelight Concerts: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay: Enjoy your favorite songs as played by the string quartet.
Ramstein Arts and Crafts Center (Ramstein Air Base): Model Painting Class: Paint a Krampus figurine for the holidays.
Kaiserslautern: “The Nutcracker” by Classical Ballet Naples: See this classic ballet live on stage.
Kaiserslautern MWR (Kaiserslautern, ROB, Landstuhl, Kleber)
Kaiserslautern USO (Kaiserslautern, Baumholder, Ramstein, Warrior Center (Landstuhl), Deployment Processing Center (DPC), Joint Mobility Processing Center (JMPC) (Ramstein))
86-FSS (Ramstein and Vogelweh)
KMC Armed Forces Against Drunk Driving has volunteer drivers ready to give you a safe ride home if you have been drinking. They are available from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Follow them on Facebook to get their latest information or to volunteer.
*Know before you go: Always check event websites before traveling to verify information, cost and regulations. Lectures and workshops on the economy are likely to be in German but may offer English alternatives. Events on military bases require base access.
