Steppermarkt 2025: Vechta celebrates tradition and community from August 14th to 19th!

Steppermarkt 2025: Vechta celebrates tradition and community from August 14th to 19th!

Friesoythe, Deutschland - A folk festival like no other - the stubble market in Vechta is just around the corner! From August 14 to 19, 2025, Westerheide will again become the setting for one of the oldest fairs in Germany, which has been a tradition since 1298. And the anticipation of the population is noticeable: many Vechtaer say their planned vacation trips, birthday parties or even weddings to take part in this spectacle. "There is something" - District Administrator Johann Wimberg in the presentation of the festival in the eye when he emphasized the identity -creating importance of the market for the region.

Especially the younger generations like to head for the stubble market. From grandchildren to grandparents, identification with the market extends across all age groups. "The folk festival is an experience that you should simply know," said an enthusiastic visitor. It is clear that the school free day on the stubble market Monday and the closing of many companies are a welcome sign for anticipation.

The opening ceremony and special highlights

The event will be opened on August 14th at 4:30 p.m. with a large parade. As part of the market, the organizers expect over 800,000 visitors who can look forward to around 500 stand operators and showmen. And the program has even more to offer: On Friday, August 16, there is a happy hour in the rides and a senior afternoon. Sunday is opened with a service at 10 a.m. in the Lower Saxony Hall.

On Monday, August 18, Lower Saxony's newly elected Prime Minister Olaf Lies will give the speech. The last day of the stubble market also has reduced prices and a spectacular fireworks display, which ends the market in a great way.

A tradition remains

During the tour of the market committee on July 15, 2025 in Friesoythe, under the direction of Mayor Kristian Kater, it became clear how proud the region is on this traditional market. Accompanied by the traditional figures Jan and LiBett, hangover conveyed the optimism that the event is supposed to bring to the Oldenburg Münsterland. Friesoythers Mayor Sven Stratmann was pleased with the visit to the market committee, while the head of the St. Elisabeth Haus, Yvonne Westerheide, was able to present the good work within her facility.

The preparations are in full swing and the stubble market will open its goals for loyal guests from the region and from abroad again. Particular attention should be paid to domestic companies from the agricultural sector that can present innovative products and services for the first time.

With an invitation to the opening to State Secretary Silvia Breher, the political support for this important folk festival is also evident. The stubble market connects generations and is an integral part of the cultural landscape of Lower Saxony. Be ready to experience a wonderful time and enjoy the coexistence to the fullest - the folk festival is waiting for you!

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