Mainfest

It’s free to attend, and the events last for four days.

This festival has been going for centuries – its original purpose was for fishermen to pay homage to the river, the source of their livelihood. Traditionally, they would feast on spit-roasted oxen, drink copious amounts of wine and enjoy a firework display. Today the wine still flows from the Fountain of Justice, the fireworks still take place, and additionally there is a fairground, live music, children’s games, tombolas and shooting ranges. It’s free to attend, and the events last for four days.

Location map

Map showing the location of Mainfest

Mainfest Nearest Train Stations

Frankfurt (M) Hauptwache 0.4 km
Frankfurt (M) Konstablerwache 0.6 km
Frankfurt (M) Taunusanlage 1.0 km

Visitor information table

CityFrankfurt
CountryGermany
AddressRömerberg, Main Quay, Frankfurt
Dates August
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