Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival
Four days of marksmen and folk festival in Helmstedt with rides and proclamation of the king at Alte Masch
About Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival
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Helmstedt Marksmen's Brotherhood of 1370
The Helmstedt Marksmen's Brotherhood of 1370 e.V. is one of the oldest marksmen's guilds in Germany. With a history of over 655 years, it is deeply rooted in the social life of the university city of Helmstedt. The brotherhood preserves the marksmen's traditions and annually hosts the major marksmen's and folk festival, which is one of the most important events in the region.
Alte Masch Festival Grounds
The festival grounds An der Alten Masch at Maschweg 9 have been the central venue for years. Its location on the outskirts of the city offers ample space for rides, a festival tent, food stalls, and parking.
Four Days of Festival Program
The festival runs for four days: Friday, May 22, Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25, 2026. The opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 2 PM to midnight, Sundays from 2 PM to 10 PM, and Mondays from 2 PM to 8 PM. A marksmen's program and a folk festival program will be offered in parallel throughout the weekend.
Rides 2026
The confirmed rides for 2026 are: Break Dancer (classic high-thrill ride with rotating cabins), Super Hopser (swing ride), Autoscooter (bumper cars), and Zombie (modern themed ride). In addition, children's carousels, shooting galleries, candy stalls, and food stands are expected.
Marksmen's Program
Parallel to the folk festival activities, the brotherhood's marksmen's program takes place. King's shooting, a parade through Helmstedt's old town, and the proclamation of the king are the highlights of the festival weekend. The marksmen appear in historical uniforms, emphasizing the tradition of the over 655-year-old brotherhood.
Helmstedt — University City on the Lappwald
Helmstedt is an independent city in eastern Lower Saxony with approximately 25,000 inhabitants. The city is known for its former university (1576-1810), its historic town center with half-timbered buildings, and its former inner-German border location. The marksmen's and folk festival is one of the most important social events of the year.
Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival — edition 2026
Four Days of Festival Program
The festival weekend is designed as a classic folk festival that combines tradition and modernity. The over 655-year-old Marksmen's Brotherhood provides the traditional marksmen's program, while the showmen enrich the folk festival experience with modern rides.
Rides 2026
The confirmed main attractions for 2026 are documented in the source notes: Break Dancer, Super Hopser, Autoscooter, and Zombie. This mix of classic and modern rides caters to different age groups and tastes.
Programme Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival 2026
Program Schedule
The following festival schedule is planned for the four days:
Friday, May 22, 2026
- 2:00 PM: Opening of the festival grounds with beer tapping
- 4:00 PM: First rides in operation
- 7:00 PM: Peak visiting time for adults with high-speed rides
- Midnight: Closing of the first day
Saturday, May 23, 2026
- 2:00 PM: Reopening
- 3:00 PM: Marksmen's program of the brotherhood
- 4:00 PM: Parade through Helmstedt's old town
- 8:00 PM: Peak visiting time with full capacity of rides
- 10:00 PM: Proclamation of the king
- Midnight: Closing of the second day
Sunday, May 24, 2026
- 2:00 PM: Reopening
- 3:00 PM: Family time with children's carousels
- 10:00 PM: Closing of the third day
Monday, May 25, 2026
- 2:00 PM: Last day, family day with reduced prices
- 8:00 PM: Official end of the festival
Highlights Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival 2026
- Four days of marksmen and folk festival in Helmstedt
- Main attractions Break Dancer, Super Hopser, Autoscooter, Zombie
- Over 655 years of tradition of the Marksmen's Brotherhood of 1370
- Parade through Helmstedt's old town
- Proclamation of the king by the brotherhood
Prices Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival 2026
Practical information — Helmstedt Marksmen and Folk Festival
Date
May 22 to 25, 2026 (Friday to Monday).
Opening Hours
Friday and Saturday 2 PM to midnight. Sunday 2 PM to 10 PM. Monday 2 PM to 8 PM.
Location
Festival grounds An der Alten Masch, Maschweg 9, 38350 Helmstedt.
Admission
Festival grounds are free to enter. Rides and refreshments are paid for on site.
Rides
Break Dancer, Super Hopser, Autoscooter, Zombie, and others.
Organizer
Helmstedt Marksmen's Brotherhood of 1370 e.V. — hsb-helmstedt.de.
Getting There
By car via the A2 (Helmstedt exit). Parking available at the festival grounds. By train to Helmstedt.
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