Farm equipment, including the Grass Tractor Cup, is available at the Stepenitztal event.
The Stepenitz Valley Festival in Millen Eichsen is set to return from August 1st to 3rd, 2025, promising an exciting mix of traditional and new attractions for all ages.
This year, the festival will introduce the Lawnmower Cup – a unique competition where contestants race modified lawnmowers. The event, which will take place on Saturday, August 2nd, will feature spectator zones for a safe and enjoyable viewing experience. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest and most creatively modified mower.
For children, the festival offers a dedicated area with games, crafts, and interactive workshops. Puppet shows, storytelling sessions, face painting, balloon artists, and a mini train ride around the festival grounds are also part of the entertainment.
On Saturday, children can also enjoy a jumping castle, bungee trampoline, children's fishing, skat tournament, and children's disco. A dance event is scheduled for the evening.
Sunday's program includes a fanfare procession and a popular duck race, providing entertainment for both children and adults. A fire station will also be part of the festivities. The duck race and tombola are scheduled for Sunday, with the Millen Eichsen cultural and sports club receiving support from local businesses for these events.
The festival grounds will feature more food stalls offering regional specialties, and there will be enhanced cultural programs and local artisan showcases. A ten by twenty-meter tent will be available for protection against rain showers.
On Friday, the festival will open with a ceremony, followed by live music performances, a family-friendly film screening, and a fireworks display to close the day. On Sunday, guided nature walks, a family picnic, communal games, and folk dance performances are planned.
Marcel Eberlein, chairman of the Millen Eichsen cultural and sports club, has stated that changes and improvements have been made for this year's festival. A new attraction this year is bull riding, with the longest rider and the most spectacular exit to be showcased at the festival.
For those interested in participating in the Lawnmower Cup, it's best to check the official festival announcements closer to the date for specific times and details. The festival promises to be a lively event for all, combining traditions with new attractions, making it a must-visit for the whole family.
The festival's new inclusion, the Lawnmower Cup, will offer an exciting twist in the world of sports on Saturday, August 2nd. Additionally, the home-and-garden section of the festival, including children's activities, will provide an enjoyable lifestyle experience for families during the event.
