Laurenzi-Kirtag

What's it about?

The Laurenzi-Kirtag in Deutschlandsberg is a traditional Styrian folk festival in honour of Saint Lawrence, whose name day is celebrated on August 10. Kirtage (traditional fairs) are among the most popular community festivals in Austrian folk culture and bring young and old together for a day full of music, culinary delights, and good spirits. Deutschlandsberg, a district capital in Western Styria known for its vineyards and the medieval Deutschlandsberg Castle, offers a charming setting for this annual festival. Whether you come to meet acquaintances, for regional specialities, or simply for the lively atmosphere: The Laurenzi-Kirtag is a true meeting point for all generations and a living piece of Austrian custom.