Herzberger Volks- und Schützenfest
488th edition of the largest Schützenfest (marksmen's festival) in the South Lower Saxony and South Harz region from May 22nd to 26th, 2026 — five days of festivities with a parade, children's parade, and fireworks
About Herzberger Schützenfest
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488th Edition — One of Northern Germany's Oldest Marksmen Traditions
With its 488th edition, the Herzberger Volks- und Schützenfest in 2026 boasts an exceptionally long tradition. The Herzberger Schützengesellschaft is among the oldest marksmen's associations in Lower Saxony, and the annual Schützenfest has been a central date in the town's life for centuries. What began in the 16th century as a civil defense exercise has evolved over the centuries into a major Volksfest (folk festival) that appeals to the entire region.
Schützenplatz at the B27/B243
The festival grounds are conveniently located at the intersection of the federal highways B27 and B243 — easily accessible from all directions of the South Harz and South Lower Saxony regions. The large Schützenplatz hosts amusement rides, beer tents, food stalls, and all other festival attractions. The size of the grounds allows for a diverse program, ranging from tradition to entertainment.
Five Days of Festivities with Program Highlights
The 2026 program spans five days and follows the established structure:
- Friday, May 22nd — Starts at 4 PM, opening of the festival operations
- Saturday, May 23rd — Festive opening with wreath-laying at 2:45 PM
- Sunday, May 24th — Grand parade at 2 PM through the town center
- Whit Monday, May 25th — Children's parade at 2 PM and spectacular fireworks at 10 PM
- Tuesday, May 26th — Family day from 2 PM to 6 PM with special promotions and discounts
Largest Schützenfest in Southern Lower Saxony
As the largest Schützenfest in the South Lower Saxony and South Harz region, the Herzberger Volks- und Schützenfest attracts tens of thousands of visitors annually. The combination of traditional marksmen's customs, a grand parade, attractive folk festival activities, and spectacular fireworks makes it one of the most important festival dates in the Harz event calendar. Showmen from all over Northern Germany travel here annually, offering a high-quality folk festival program.
Rooted in the Region
The Herzberger Schützengesellschaft is deeply rooted in the town's community. Numerous local clubs, music bands, and marksmen's brotherhoods from the surrounding area participate in the parade and the program. This makes the festival a unifying event that brings the entire region together.
Herzberger Schützenfest — edition 2026
Five Days of Festivities Around Pentecost 2026
The Pentecost weekend in 2026 coincides with the Herzberger Schützenfest, giving the festival its traditional temporal placement. The parade on Sunday and the children's parade on Whit Monday with the subsequent fireworks are among the most visited program points.
Detailed Program
The Herzberger Schützengesellschaft has already published the detailed program. All important dates and times are available on herzberger-schuetzen.de.
Programme Herzberger Schützenfest 2026
Detailed Program May 22–26, 2026
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
- From 4 PM: Start of festival operations on the Schützenplatz
- Opening of amusement rides and food stalls
- First festival evening with music
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
- 2:45 PM: Festive opening with wreath-laying
- Ceremony with dignitaries from the town and the Schützengesellschaft
- Festival evening with live music in the beer tent
Sunday, May 24th, 2026 (Whit Sunday)
- 2 PM: Grand parade through Herzberg's town center
- Marksmen's service or festive church service
- March-past of marksmen and clubs
- Festival operations on the Schützenplatz until late at night
Whit Monday, May 25th, 2026
- 2 PM: Children's parade through the town center
- Family program on the Schützenplatz
- 10 PM: Spectacular fireworks as a highlight
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 (Family Day)
- 2 PM–6 PM: Family day with special promotions
- Discounted prices at amusement rides
- Festive conclusion in the evening
Club and Marksmen's Program
- King's shooting competition and proclamation of the new marksmen's king
- Marksmen's ball and king's reception
- Participation of local marksmen's brotherhoods and music bands
Highlights Herzberger Schützenfest 2026
- 488th Edition — One of Northern Germany's Oldest Marksmen Traditions
- Grand Parade on Whit Sunday
- Children's Parade and Spectacular Fireworks on Whit Monday
- Family Day on Tuesday with Special Promotions
Prices Herzberger Schützenfest 2026
Practical information — Herzberger Schützenfest
Dates 2026
Friday, May 22nd to Tuesday, May 26th, 2026.
Venue
Schützenplatz Herzberg, at the intersection of B27/B243, 37412 Herzberg am Harz (Göttingen district).
Organizer
Herzberger Schützengesellschaft.
Program Overview
- Friday 22 May: Starts at 4 PM
- Saturday 23 May: Opening with wreath-laying at 2:45 PM
- Sunday 24 May: Grand parade starting at 2 PM
- Whit Monday 25 May: Children's parade at 2 PM, fireworks at 10 PM
- Tuesday 26 May: Family day from 2 PM–6 PM
Admission
Free entry to the festival grounds. Amusement rides and consumables are subject to charge.
Getting There
By car via the B27 or B243 — direct access to the Schützenplatz. By train to Herzberg station, then by bus or on foot to the festival grounds.
Further Information
Detailed program, weekly schedule, and current updates at herzberger-schuetzen.de.
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