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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Germany: Guide to Libori 2026

The Libori festival in Paderborn is a nine-day celebration that blends a holy church festival with a massive funfair. This historic event honors Saint Liborius, whose relics arrived here from France in the year 836A.D. For locals, Libori is known as Paderborn’s "fifth season".

The 2026 Libori festival runs from Saturday, 25th July to Sunday, 2nd August.

The Story Behind the Festival

Libori is one of Germany’s oldest and largest folk festivals. In 836.A.D, the bones of Saint Liborius were brought from Le Mans, France, to the Paderborn Cathedral. This act created a bond between the two cities that has survived for over a thousand years.

Today, it is a unique mix of church, culture, and carnival.

What's On: Church events

The Opening Vesper: Saturday, 25th July at 15:00. Priests raise the golden shrine of Saint Liborius from the cathedral crypt.
The Solemn Procession: Sunday, 26th July at 09:00. Faithful followers carry the Golden Shrine through the old town streets.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Brunssum: British Community Summer BBQ, 22nd August

WHAT: British Community Summer BBQ - Free Entry
WHEN: Saturday 22nd August, 1300 - 2000
WHERE: NATO Sports Complex
WHO: All British Community Mess members and their families
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Free BBQ food - free ice cream - cash bar - inflatable assault course - face painting
Overnight camping is available on-site for campervans only.

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Germany: Libori 2026

Libori 2026

All the information needed to have a great time at this years festivities is here.

The celebration is a mix of religious ceremony and non religious events over a nine day period.

Opening day is the 25th Jul at 3pm the procession and enshrinement of St Liborious relics. The Golden shrine is carried on the shoulders of bearers who take the shrine to the Dom.

At 4.30pm the giant Beer barrel is tapped and the beer guardians serve the crowd. Purchase you commemorative mug from the tourism office this week or on the day and join the que.

The fair has a soft launch at 12 noon but really comes to life in the evening. This year 150 rides attractions and food stalls lead the entertainment.

The main concert stage is at the Rathaus. National and local bands perform every night, all the shows are free to attend. Performers and more music are available on Westerner Str.

PaderSprinter have a range of tickets to get you to and from the celebrations each day. Additional night bus services are running to get you home late night.

Beer Fountain

The beer flows daily, but the timing changes depending on the day of the week.

First Weekend: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Weekdays (Mon–Fri): 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Second Weekend: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Waiting in line to get your official mug refilled by the traditional "Jubelhennesse" figures is a rite of passage. While you hang out and sip your drink, the atmosphere is electric. Local brass bands, orchestras, and music clubs rotate daily to keep the crowd dancing. Plus, festival sponsors are hosting live interviews, stages, games, and daily prize giveaways.

Key websites and links

Libori app you can download the app. It is only German Language does have a handy map and event listing. Android or iOS versions available.

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