Festive start: 632 years of Bleiburg Wiesenmarkt inspire!

Festive start: 632 years of Bleiburg Wiesenmarkt inspire!

The Bleiburger Wiesenmarkt, the oldest folk festival in southern Carinthia, is once again attracting numerous visitors this year. The festival, which this year takes place from August 29th to September 1st, 2025, has thrilled people in the country for 632 years. Today, on August 30, 2025, the festival was ceremoniously opened with the traditional pageant “With G’schirr and G’scherr”. [MeinBezirk.at](https://www.meinbezirk.at/voelkermarkt/c-leute/ Feierlicher-eroeffnungsfestzug-nach-altem-bedarf_a7566647) reports on a colorful parade that was accompanied by high-profile guests of honor, including market officer and mayor Stefan Visotschnig as well as many other politicians and community representatives.

What particularly caught the eye was the handover of the “rental rent”, which took place in a red velvet bag from the mayor to the city priest, Dean Ivan Olip. A custom that ensures important traditions are maintained. The event was accompanied musically by the Jauntal traditional costume band Loibach, which gave the procession the right sound and significantly increased the atmosphere.

A colorful supporting program awaits

The Wiesenmarkt is not only a place to celebrate, but also to marvel and discover. In addition to the pageant, there were also numerous other attractions on the program. Among other things, the district small animal show opened at 9:00 a.m. and the 31st International Pensioners' Meeting took place at 10:00 a.m. [Events Carinthia](https:// events.kaernten.at/ Veranstaltung/bleiburger-wiesenmarkt-377siiry) emphasizes that the “Dirndl and Lederhos’n” campaign on Sunday will particularly attract many visitors.

This time the large Stefitz festival tent will be the stage for a variety of celebratory speeches and unforgettable moments. A highlight is the first-ever Makita Roadshow, where visitors can test the latest devices live. Gerald Radocha's master company is celebrating its 20th anniversary in this context and offers attractive offers for agricultural, forestry and gardening technology.

An integral part of Carinthian culture

The Bleiburger Wiesenmarkt is not just a festival, but an important part of Carinthian culture. In a region known for its vibrant traditions and diverse festivals, this folk festival exemplifies people's joy and sense of community. Kärnten-Netz describes the importance of regional festivals, which are often based on old customs and create a connection to the history of the region.

With a varied program of joy, tradition and a sense of community, the Bleiburg Wiesenmarkt will once again delight its visitors this year and invite them to celebrate. Enjoy the next few days with culinary delights, exciting attractions and the unique flair of this historic festival!