City of Erfurt unveils its long-awaited news!
The city of Erfurt is gearing up for the return of its beloved Carnival Parade in February 2026, as announced by Mayor Andreas Horn. The parade, which has been absent in recent years due to unresolved funding questions, is set to make a grand comeback, promising to regain its former glory.
Initial agreements on funding and other matters were made during a meeting in April, but the exact route remained undecided at the time. After careful consideration, two possible routes were considered but ultimately not selected.
In a recent announcement, Jens-Christian Porsch, the parade leader, revealed that the organizers are now moving into detailed planning for the 2026 event, which he considers a special occasion. Porsch also mentioned that thanks to the close and constructive cooperation with the city administration of Erfurt, the route for 2026 has already been set in the summer of 2025.
Thomas Kemmerich, the GEC chief, expressed satisfaction with the smooth cooperation between the city administration and the parade leadership. Kemmerich anticipates the 2026 parade in Erfurt to take place on its usual route, much to the delight of many Erfurters.
The finalized route for the Erfurt Carnival Parade includes Andreasstraße, Moritzwallstraße, Schlüterstraße, Johannesstraße, Juri, Krämpfertor, Anger, Schloßstraße, Fischmarkt, and Marktstraße, concluding back at the Domplatz.
The city of Erfurt and regional carnival clubs are reportedly having productive talks for the next year's parade, ensuring a successful and memorable event for all. The Erfurt Carnival Parade in 2026 is expected to maintain its significance, as stated by Mayor Andreas Horn.
For the latest updates and official plans for the 2026 Erfurt Carnival Parade, we recommend checking the official Erfurt city or carnival event websites closer to the date.
Entertainment is promised to flow freely as the Erfurt Carnival Parade returns, regaining its former glory in 2026, with the finalized route including Andreasstraße, Moritzwallstraße, Schlüterstraße, Johannesstraße, Juri, Krämpfertor, Anger, Schloßstraße, Fischmarkt, and Marktstraße, concluding back at the Domplatz. Local carnival clubs and the city administration are collaborating to ensure the 2026 event will maintain its existing significance, making it a special occasion for entertainment.
