Half a century of the Gütersloh Folklore Group's celebration and tradition
Folklore Circle Gütersloh Celebrates 50 Years and City's 200th Anniversary with Multicultural Festival
The Folklore Circle Gütersloh, a staple of Gütersloh's association life, marked its 50th anniversary in a grand fashion, coinciding with the city's 200th anniversary of obtaining city rights. The festival, held in September 2025, was a celebration of cultural diversity, peace, and international understanding.
Founded 50 years ago as a youth group, the Folklore Circle Gütersloh has grown to include people of all ages. Today, members dance and make music, preserving and developing cultural traditions. Their aim is to build bridges between people and cultures, a mission reflected in their performances at numerous events and in countries such as Morocco, Spain, France, Czech Republic, Belgium, and beyond.
The festival featured diverse performances in the city center, an impressive parade, and a public ecumenical service at the Apostelkirche. The highlight of the event was the ball in the large hall of the Stuwe-Weißenberg dance school, attended by over 200 guests. Dance pairs ranging from two to 85 years old participated, demonstrating the inclusivity of the Folklore Circle.
Nine groups from seven countries were invited to the festival, bringing over 160 dancers, musicians, alphorn players, and flag twirlers. The groups hailed from various countries and regions, including Turkey, Nigeria, Syria, Poland, Kosovo, Italy, Afghanistan, Romania, and Spain.
The festival was opened by Mayor Matthias Trepper on behalf of the city. The Folklore Circle's aim to promote peace and international understanding was evident in the unity and camaraderie displayed throughout the event.
At the Folklore Circle's meetings, held every Tuesday from 7:15 PM to 9 PM at the Forum of the Carl-Miele-Berufskolleg Gütersloh, Wilh.-Wolf-Str./corner Wiesenstraße, members wear traditional costumes from Westphalia and other German settlement areas. These costumes are tailored according to historical patterns, reflecting the group's dedication to preserving cultural heritage.
For more information about the Folklore Circle Gütersloh, call 05205 / 70987. The Folklore Circle Gütersloh continues to be a beacon of cultural preservation and international understanding in the city of Gütersloh.
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