The people of this region really know how to have a good time - their events calendar is packed with celebrations on the theme of wine. Many wine-growing villages hold their own wine festival and during the Saarland Summer of Wine there is wine tasting at a different vineyard every weekend. The Roman Festival at Villa Borg, with its hugely popular gladiator fights, is another highlight.Perl-Borg Roman Festival
The Roman era is brought back to life at Villa Borg by a variety of traders, craftsmen, legionaries and gladiators. The spectacular gladiator fights are a real highlight of the festival. Saar Music Festival
This festival enjoys a European-wide reputation. Each year it presents street performances, jazz workshops and dance events on the theme of a specific country's musical tradition. World-class artists perform in a variety of venues throughout the Saarland region.Saarland Moselle Wine Festival
This wine festival is held every year on Nenning's historical market square. It lasts several days and is an excellent opportunity to taste a range of Moselle wines grown in the Saarland. The festival is accompanied by an attractive, exciting programme of events, including the ceremonial crowning of the wine queen.