City festival and Bundeswehr: A weekend full of tradition in Delitzsch!

City festival and Bundeswehr: A weekend full of tradition in Delitzsch!

The weekend from June 27th to 29th, 2025 brings all sorts of exciting events to northern Saxony that have something to offer for everyone. The focus is particularly on the city festival in Delitzsch and the Bundeswehr's day, both of which come up with a colorful program and historical notes. While visitors can look forward to contagious finding and exciting history, the IFA-Oldtimer meeting in Oschatz will also attract numerous lovers of classic vehicles.

like lvz.de reports, June 27th, The starting signal for the city festival in Delitzsch, which is celebrated as part of the historic Peter and Paul Market. In addition to the opening at 6 p.m. on the market square, the evening is heralded with the traditional barrel beer tapping at 7:30 p.m. on the castle forecourt. The festivities help to keep the rich history of this region alive.

a festival with history

The city festival, which is officially taking place from June 26th to 29th, has its roots in the medieval indulgence practices for the Peter and Paul Day, and is celebrated in the spirit of tradition. So the citizen Maria Neander, who historically considered a warning to defend the Swedes in the Thirty Years' War, will open the celebrations and be present during the festival. According to world-open-nordsachsen.de there will be a diverse program, including a musical prayer in the St. Peter and Paul city church on Thursday evening and a big parade on Saturday at 2 p.m.

So there is no space for boredom! Saturday is rounded off by a combat presentation in the city park and on Sunday with the performance of the saga of the tower daughter at the castle guard. Another highlight of the last festival will be the final concert in the city church at 5 p.m., which ends the cultural and historical experiences.

diverse events in the area

For those who want to experience more in addition to the city festival, the region has a lot to offer. The Bundeswehr day takes place on Saturday in Delitzsch from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., where various Bundeswehr parts provide demonstrations and information. In addition, the IFA-Oldtimer meeting in Oschatz will again invite you to a show of old vehicles. The event will take place on the Neumarkt on Saturday evening, Sunday there will be a continuation in the O-Schatz-Park (start: 9:30 a.m.).

In addition, numerous other events are planned. There is an open-air double concert in Torgau, while a sports festival is celebrated in Mehderitzsch. The region is therefore well equipped to prepare guests and locals for an unforgettable weekend.

The city of Delitzsch and its surroundings cordially invite you to discover the history and traditions. If you want, you can combine tradition and enjoy a family -friendly weekend!