Gorbitz Makes an Appearance at the Westhang Festival Event
Get ready for a bewitching, family-friendly event this Saturday at the Heights Promenade in Dresden's Gorbitz!
Mark your calendars for the enchanting 17th Westhangfest, happening on June 14, 2025, from 11 AM to 6 PM. This magical whirlwind of fun transforms the Gorbitzer Höhenpromenade between Amalie-Dietrich-Platz and Merianplatz into a brilliant festival mile.
A Spellbinding Event for All Ages
This year, the Westhangfest draws inspiration from the whimsical world of fairy tales, offering an enchanting interactive program for everyone. Spend your day exploring magical activities:
- Decorate your very own Aladdin's magic lamp,
- Gild walnuts fit for royalty,
- Traverse a fairy-tale parcours,
- Test your luck with the wheel of fortune,
- Marvel at acrobatics and children's circus performances,
- Play with the Frog King's ball,
- And so much more!
Ogle fabulous fairy-tale audioplays and screen DEFA animated films. Climb Rapunzel's tower for a breathtaking view, take a spin on the children's carousel, embark on a treasure hunt, or join the thrilling tug of war. Don't forget to check out the historical crank theater, revealing a magical tale on eight meters of painted silk as you turn a crank.
A Rainbow of Delights Awaits
Sate your appetite with tantalizing treats from the fairy-tale world. Savor Devil's pancakes, fish buns, Cinderella's pea soup, or Hansel's stick bread, accompanied by lively music from the "Zugabe Orchestra" and the "Blechlawine" drummers.
Get ready for a truly magical experience as the creativity of Gorbitz shines during the Westhangfest. Over 30 local children, youth, culture, education, and social institutions pull out all the stops to create an unforgettable festival atmosphere.
Jürgen Czytrich from Omse e.V. enthusiastically organizes the event. He invites everyone in Dresden to indulge in the enchanting ambiance of Gorbitz. More than 20 companies and partners lend their support to the festival as partners and donors. Best of all: admission is always free!
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Enjoy a family-friendly lifestyle experience at the Westhangfest, as you immerse in the magical world of fairy tales. Discover a variety of activities suitable for all ages, from decorating Aladdin's magic lamp to participating in children's circus performances and fairy-tale treasure hunts. This event promises to provide an unforgettable day out with your family, offering a beloved blend of home-and-garden attractions and relationships-oriented experiences.
