First Halloween zombie market in Fraulautern: horror, enjoyment and fun!

First Halloween zombie market in Fraulautern: horror, enjoyment and fun!

The first Halloween zombie market will take place in Fraulautern on October 31, 2025. This event, which takes place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. around the Fraulautern clubhouse, promises a colorful spectacle full of horror, crafts and musical entertainment. The organizers are the European City of Saarlouis, the Saarlouis City Management, the Fraulautern local interest group and the Diakonie's BIWAQ - ErFolg² Saarlouis project. The patron is Florian Schäfer (MdL/SPD) and the event is supported by funds from the “Trade in Saarland – Future Concept 2030” program.

In keeping with the traditions of Halloween, which have their roots in Christian customs and Celtic harvest festivals, the market will feature numerous attractions. Historically, Halloween, also known as All Hallows' Eve, is a celebratory spectacle celebrated to remember the departed and the saints. In many cultures it is customary to dress up to protect yourself from evil spirits. This tradition is also reflected in the event's costume competition, where prizes worth up to 50 euros in FOG vouchers are awarded for the most beautiful zombie costume.

Diverse offers for visitors

The market in Fraulautern attracts with a variety of offers. In addition to walking acts and a ghost train in the Bundeswehr tent, historical military vehicles will also be on display. DJ Joa provides musical entertainment with live saxophone. The culinary offering ranges from tarte flambée to albondigas, a pumpkin and chickpea stew and various Langos burger variants. Sweets, like sweet langos with Nutella and cinnamon, won't be missing either. There is also a selection of fries with dips as well as beer and cocktails.

• Aktivitäten:
• Walking Acts
• Geisterbahn im Bundeswehrzelt
• Kostümwettbewerb
• Historische Militärfahrzeuge
• Live-Musik mit DJ Joa

Tradition and modern customs

In recent decades, Halloween has developed into a worldwide celebration format that is interpreted differently in different cultures. While the custom of “Trick or Treat” is widespread in the USA, where children and adults ask for sweets, this custom has also arrived in Germany. Here, groups in costumes parade through residential areas demanding candy while surprising people with creatively designed art installations, such as toilet paper on trees.

The origins of the custom may lie in the Welsh tradition of “Cennad y Meirw”, where wealthy people held feasts for the poor. This tradition was incorporated over time into Christian customs, which involved asking for "soul cake" on All Souls' Day but promising to pray for the deceased of the donors. Disguises play an important role here in protecting the living from the spirits of the deceased - an idea that underlines today's Halloween's acute connection to the Christian holiday.

With this successful combination of tradition and modern fun, the Halloween Zombie Market in Fraulautern will offer a unique experience for everyone and will contribute to strengthening stationary retail and promoting the attractiveness of Saarland's cities.