Every year at the end of May in the small German town of Oberkircher, which is located in the lands of Baden-Württemberg, a very tasty and fun festival is held – Strawberry festival (Strawberry Festival).
But in 2020, due to the coronavirus pandemic, festival events have been canceled.
The largest wholesale market for strawberries in Germany is located here, so it is not surprising that the celebration of this delicious berry takes place in this city and traces its history back to 1999, when it took place for the first time. It starts on the last Saturday of May and lasts two days.
Traditionally, the Strawberry Festival begins on Saturday morning with a speech by the Mayor of Oberkirch, who greets residents and guests of the city and announces the opening of the festival. Fairs, presentations, master classes, tastings, concerts, fashion shows, dance shows and theatrical performances are then held at a variety of festival venues.
The main events take place along the main road of the city, where, in addition, there are cafes and restaurants, which, of course, treat guests of the holiday with all kinds of strawberry delicacies and dishes made from this berry. And also, according to tradition, each institution pleases its visitors with performances of various musical groups and performers who specially come here for the holiday.
Little guests of the holiday will not be bored at this event either. There is a separate playground for children, where they can ride the carousel, taste strawberry cakes and ice cream, cook something with the chef.
An integral part of the Strawberry Festival are free trips to the Mittelbaden wholesale fruit market, where everyone can buy any amount of delicious and fresh strawberries – the hero of the occasion. And the holiday ends on Sunday with a big concert with the participation of invited musicians.
Every year more and more tourists visit this holiday, because a rich festival program, a huge number of strawberries and delicacies from it – attract guests to Oberkirch not only from Germany itself, but also foreign tourists.