Significant events are expected to unfold in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate come September

Rhineland-Palatinate is gearing up for an eventful September, with a variety of festivals, elections, and awareness campaigns scheduled throughout the month.

Starting off, wine lovers can look forward to the Durkheimer Wurstmarkt wine festival from September 12, and the German Wine Festival in Neustadt an der Weinstraße from September 26 to October 13. The latter features the largest winemaker's parade in Germany.

In the realm of culture, the light festival "Mainz leuchtet" will take place from September 25th to 27th in Mainz, with video projections on the Dom, Theater, and Rheingoldhalle. The festival is now in its third year. Additionally, "Rhein in Flammen" light and fireworks displays will take place on September 13th in Oberwesel and on September 20th in St. Goar.

Political events are also on the horizon. Mayoral elections are scheduled in Ludwigshafen, Koblenz, and Leonberg in September. The elections in Ludwigshafen and Koblenz are set for September 21, with the AfD candidate Joachim Paul having been excluded from the election in Ludwigshafen, a decision confirmed by the Higher Administrative Court. The election in Leonberg will take place on September 28, with a wide open race due to incumbent Martin Georg Cohn (SPD) not running for re-election.

For those interested in research and practical tips, a week-long event featuring innovative findings, workshops, and personal consultations is taking place during September. The German Cancer Research Center is hosting a nationwide Cancer Prevention Week from September 1, with a focus on Baden-Württemberg. The week aims to raise awareness of risk factors and integrate sustainable prevention into daily life.

On a more sombre note, a 73-year-old man is being tried on September 16 before the Stuttgart Regional Court for allegedly killing his wife in Esslingen in 2024. A judgment is expected in the murder case of Rouven Laur, though no specific date has been provided.

Lastly, the National Warning Exercise will take place on September 11 at 11 a.m., testing various warning systems across Germany. This is a joint effort by the federal government, states, and municipalities to ensure the country's warning systems are functioning optimally. Following the exercise, an all-clear signal will be given at 11:45 a.m.

September promises to be a busy and exciting month in Rhineland-Palatinate, with a diverse range of events to cater to various interests.

Significant events are expected to unfold in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate come September