The city of Plauen wants to host the "Day of the Saxons" again. The city council has approved a bid for 2027, the city announced. "It is our chance to present Plauen positively beyond the region, provide economic impetus and strengthen social cohesion," said Lord Mayor Steffen Zenner (CDU). The city in the Vogtland region had already hosted the largest folk festival in the Free State in 1997.
This year, Sebnitz was the host. Due to the increased costs for such large events, the festival is now only held every two years. The decision as to which city will host the 2027 festival is expected to be made by the "Day of the Saxons" board of trustees, led by the President of the State Parliament Alexander Dierks, in December of this year.
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