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5 ways to beat the heat this weekend


A customer inspects a condiment jar at a market stall.

Browse artisan vendors, sip regional wines and make the most of a summer weekend at five festivals across the Kaiserslautern region. (Vinessio Wine Market Munich)

Summer temperatures are climbing again, but there are plenty of ways to keep your cool this weekend.

Sip local wines, stroll through gardens, celebrate regional traditions and enjoy live entertainment at these festivals happening across the Kaiserslautern Military Community and beyond.

Wine fair: Sample regional wines while wandering castle gardens and scenic vineyards at this charming village wine festival in Herxheim am Berg (not to be confused with the nearby Pfalz village) Friday through Sunday. Families, wine enthusiasts and history buffs alike will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in one of the region’s most picturesque wine villages. Free admission.

French garden party: Experience a taste of France with live tango and musette music, wine and crispy tarte flambée at this festive garden party at the Kaiserslautern Garden Show Friday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stroll through the gardens while soaking up a little joie de vivre in the heart of the city. Admission is 9.90 euros for adults and 4.50 euros for children ages 6 to 14. Discounts are available for tickets purchased online.

Shoemakers’ Festival: Celebrate Pirmasens’ shoemaking heritage with live music, family entertainment, local food and a Saturday night fireworks show at this lively festival throughout the town center Friday through Sunday. Visitors can also take advantage of rare Sunday shopping while exploring more than 200 years of local history. Free admission.

Gem and gold market: Watch jewelers and goldsmiths create custom pieces while browsing sparkling gemstones, artisan crafts and local vendors at this annual market in downtown Idar-Oberstein Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Food, drinks and live entertainment round out this celebration of the city’s gem-cutting tradition. Free admission.

Wine market: Sip local wines and wine cocktails, enjoy flame-grilled specialties and soak up relaxed summer vibes at this wine lover’s celebration in Landstuhl Friday through Sunday. With Pfalz hospitality and free admission, it is an easy way to spend a summer afternoon or evening.

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