Mukkefukk Festival: Handicrafts and Music Association Wahlendow!

Mukkefukk Festival: Handicrafts and Music Association Wahlendow!

Next Saturday the small town of Wahlendow in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district will be the scene of a special event again: The Mukkefukk Festival opens its gates for around 500 expected visitors. The Wahlendower Dorfverein has set up a colorful program that celebrates the culture of the craft and the joy of music. This combination of tradition and new sounds is under the motto "Music. Hand." And with it not only attracts locals, but also music and craft lovers from the area.

The festival starts at 2 p.m. and visitors can look forward to various participation offers. From pots to wood carving - here you have the opportunity to try out historical craft professions up close. A special highlight will be the drum workshop in the afternoon, which is offered especially for children and adolescents from the age of ten. However, participation for this is only possible with prior registration. The little hunger and thirst is also taken care of, so that you can fortify yourself with food and drinks.

music and community

In the evening, the festival will be really musical. Young bands from the Greifswald music factory will appear on a mobile stage and inspire the audience with their performances. The selection of the bands once again shows the cultural diversity that Eastern Western Pomerania has to offer. The whole day is designed to promote conversations and contacts between the participating artists, craftsmen and visitors. Many of the helpers are also from the region, which underlines the community and local connection.

An aspect that gives the festival a special note is the support from regional companies and the festival funding fund of the Music Initiative. This financial backing is essential for the implementation of such events, which are often based on voluntary work. According to the Federal Foundation-livekultur.org, music festivals are an important component in the cultural landscape of Germany. Regions.

Especially in today's world, in which large music festivals are often in the foreground, it is important to create a cultural counter offer. The Mukkefukk Festival shows that even smaller events can have great value for the community.

commitment and colleague wanted

In the run -up to the festival, the organizer is still looking for other colleagues to expand the offer. Craftsmen and creatives are given the opportunity to present themselves without stand fees. Sponsors are also welcome. If you are interested, you can contact the organization team directly via the email address [Email Protected]. This could be a great opportunity for local companies to get involved in the region and to promote the various talents that Wahlendow has to offer.

All in all, the Mukkefukk Festival not only offers a platform for the craft and music, but also contributes to strengthening regional cohesion in Eastern Western Pomerania. It will be exciting to see how the event will develop and how many visitors will be in Wahlendow on Saturday.

• ndr reports on the event.
• Nordkurier provides further information and calls for participation.
• Federal Foundation-livekultur.org analyzes the cultural relevance of festivals in Germany.