Tierparkfest Merzig: Wizard and clown provide family action!

Tierparkfest Merzig: Wizard and clown provide family action!

The Merzig zoo festival is just around the corner and promises an exciting weekend for young and old. On May 10th and 11th, 2025, visitors can enjoy the diverse offers and attractions in the zoo. The event is organized by the Merziger Tierpark e.V. interest and support community and the district town of Merzig, in close cooperation with the district culture center Villa Fuchs and the support of the youth welfare office of the district of Merzig-Wadern. Admission to this festival is free, which makes it an even more attractive goal.

The official opening of the stands takes place on Saturday, May 10th, at 11:00 a.m. The starting shot gives a number of exciting programs. Wizard Lukas Hefner will enchant visitors at 1:00 p.m. For those interested in technology, Detlef Kümmel will estimate live "treasures" before the starter Thomas Kießling appears. At 6:00 p.m. the official opening is made by Mayor Marcus Hoffeld and Frank Jakobs from Sparkasse Merzig-Wadern. The evening is rounded off with appearances by the pop singer Jürgen Peter and the actor as well as singer Mars Saibert.

diverse program highlights

Sunday also starts at 11:00 a.m. with the opening of the stands. At 11:30 a.m., visitors can look forward to live music with Nörni, followed by a special appearance with the original K.I.T.T. From "Knight Rider". At 2:00 p.m., the children's afternoon continues with the Clown Lolek, which will provide a lot of fun and entertainment. Various attractions are also on the program on Sunday, including the Mathilde Lehmann puppy school and numerous musical performances until the raffle prices are finally pulled at 6:00 p.m.

In addition, families can enjoy many activities on both days. The children can look forward to face painting, handicrafts, can throwing and pony rides. Interested parties will find stalls of the beekeeping association and the Lebenshilfe Merzig-Wadern, and the Merzig youth fire brigade will also be present on Saturday. A particularly highlight is the large raffle, in which lots are available for only 1 euro. Also look behind the scenes of the Merzig animal and ark park with guided tours where the animal residents can be learned better.

Almost a whole weekend full of entertainment, good mood and culinary delights awaits visitors. The Merzig Tierparkfest is not only a highlight in the city's calendar, but also an excellent opportunity to spend time together with the family and experience the variety of nature. The festival will leave a lasting impression and everyone will go home with great memories.

The official websites are available for further information. So refers Wochenspiegelonline.de to the necessary details and the offers during the festival, while merzig.de summarize the different program items and framework conditions.