Celebrate one of Spielwelt’s favourite annual traditions
Federweißer Fest brings families together for a relaxed afternoon and evening of German food, conversation and community.
Inspired by the traditional autumn wine festivals of Germany, the event celebrates the first young wine of the season alongside hearty regional food and plenty of opportunities to meet new and familiar faces.
Whether you’ve been part of Spielwelt for years or are visiting for the first time, everyone is welcome.
What to expect
Enjoy an afternoon filled with:
- Fresh Federweißer for adults*
- Grape juice for children and non-drinkers
- Regional varieties of Zwiebelkuchen (German onion tart)
- German sausages
- German breads and spreads
- Pumpkin soup
- Homemade dishes contributed by our community
As the sun goes down, the picnic continues with good food, conversations and a welcoming atmosphere for the whole family.
*Federweißer is available for adults only.
What to bring
To help make the event sustainable and relaxed, please bring:
- Plates, bowls and cutlery
- Cups or mugs
- Picnic blanket or camping chairs
- Your family and your appetite
We’d also love it if you could contribute a dish to share.
Popular favourites include:
- Zwiebelkuchen
- Soup
- Salad
- German bread and spreads
- Desserts
Every family contribution helps create the generous community table that makes this event so special.
Volunteers make it happen
Spielwelt events are organised entirely by volunteers.
If you can spare a little time helping with the BBQ, serving food, setting up or packing away, we’d love your support. Volunteering is also one of the easiest ways to meet other families in the community.
Please check the event sign-up sheet if you’d like to lend a hand.
Prices
Food and drinks are available to purchase throughout the evening.
Most items range between $1 and $10, with EFTPOS available.
A full menu and price list will be available at the event.
What is Federweißer?
Federweißer is a young, partially fermented wine traditionally enjoyed during the grape harvest in Germany and Austria. It is lightly sparkling, sweet and only available for a short time each year.
Depending on where you come from, you may know it as Federweißer, Neuer Süßer, Sauser, Suser or Sturm.
For our celebration, the Federweißer is specially produced by Collector Wines, owned by Pfadfinder parent Alex McKay, making this tradition uniquely local to Canberra.
Everyone is welcome
Federweißer Fest is one of the easiest ways to experience Spielwelt.
Come along to enjoy good food, meet German-speaking families from across Canberra and discover the community that brings German language, culture and belonging together throughout the year.
