Pattensen Schützenfest
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Pattensen Schützenfest

Traditional Schützenfest of the Uniformed Jägercorps Pattensen in June

Pattensen — Landkreis Region Hannover (03241)
Dates 19 Jun — 20 Jun 2026
Venue Pattensen (03241)
Prices Free
Status

About Schützenfest Pattensen

The Pattensen Schützenfest is one of the fixed points of the summer calendar in the town of Pattensen, located in the southern outskirts of Hannover. The event is organized by the Uniformed Jägercorps Pattensen, which has been preserving the tradition of marksmanship in the town for decades and organizes the festival together with friendly associations and the town administration. Over two days, the King's Shoot, a parade through the town, evening dance events, and Volksfest elements are combined. The festival is embedded in the social life of Pattensen and is also open to guests from the region. On the festival grounds, visitors can expect a mix of a marquee with live music, amusement rides, shooting galleries, and food stalls — the classic image of a Lower Saxony Schützenfest.

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Schützenfest Pattensen — Tradition between Town and Region

The Schützenfest in Pattensen is hosted by the Uniformed Jägercorps Pattensen, an association with its own identity and a long history. The Jägercorps combines traditional marksmanship with the appearance of a uniformed corps, giving the festival its special character. Pattensen, a town of around 14,000 inhabitants in the southern Hannover region, provides the setting for a festival that visibly brings the urban community together.

Schützentradition in Lower Saxony

Schützenfeste have a particularly vibrant tradition in Lower Saxony. They combine sporting competitions — especially the King's Shoot — with social receptions, parades, and Volksfest elements. In Pattensen, the Schützenfest marks a highlight in the association calendar every year. The previous year's monarchs step down, new dignitaries are determined, and friendly associations from the Hannover area travel to participate in parades and receptions.

Program and Atmosphere

Over two days, the program unfolds between the Schützenplatz (marksmen's square), the festival tent, and the town center. The parade traditionally winds through the town, accompanied by marching bands and music groups. In the festival tent, live bands and DJs provide evening dance events. On the festival grounds, amusement rides, shooting galleries, and catering stalls complete the picture of a classic Schützenfest. During the day, receptions, the King's Shoot, and children's programs are the main focus.

Embedded in the Town Community

Like many Schützenfeste in Lower Saxony, the Pattensen festival thrives on the voluntary commitment of countless helpers. The Uniformed Jägercorps, the friendly shooting clubs, the fire brigade, the music groups, and not least the town administration contribute to making the festival a meeting place for generations — and at the same time a low-threshold occasion for newcomers and guests to get to know the town from its social side.

Schützenfest Pattensen — edition 2026

The 2026 edition of the Pattensen Schützenfest will take place on Friday, June 19, and Saturday, June 20. The Uniformierten Jägercorps Pattensen invites you to two days full of tradition, marquee atmosphere, King's Shoot, and parade. On the festival grounds, visitors can expect the classic mix of amusement rides, shooting galleries, food stalls, and live music in the marquee. The parade will wind through the Pattensen town center on Saturday — accompanied by marching bands, friendly associations, and the local population.

Schützenfest Pattensen 2026

On Friday, June 19, and Saturday, June 20, 2026, the Uniformierten Jägercorps Pattensen will host the traditional Schützenfest. The exact assembly points, routes, and times will be published on the association's website. Over the two festival days, the King's Shoot, receptions, parade, and dance evenings in the marquee will be woven into a dense program.

Programme Schützenfest Pattensen 2026

Program Structure 2026

The exact 2026 program will be published by the Uniformierten Jägercorps Pattensen in the spring. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:

Friday, June 19, 2026

  • Assembly of marksmen at the Schützenhaus / festival grounds
  • Opening ceremony and festive parade to the marquee
  • King's Shoot during the day
  • Evening event in the marquee with live music and dancing

Saturday, June 20, 2026

  • Grand parade through the Pattensen town center with marching bands and guest associations
  • Receptions and awards ceremonies
  • Proclamation of the new monarchs
  • Festival ball in the evening with live band
  • Festival grounds with amusement rides, shooting galleries, and food stalls

The final program sequence will be published shortly before the festival on jaegercorps-pattensen.de.

Highlights Schützenfest Pattensen 2026

  • Parade through the Pattensen town center
  • King's Shoot and proclamation of the new monarchs
  • Marquee with live music and dance evenings
  • Amusement rides and shooting galleries on the festival grounds
  • Organized by the Uniformierten Jägercorps Pattensen

Prices Schützenfest Pattensen 2026

Free admission to the festival grounds. Special events in the marquee may be subject to a charge.

Practical information — Schützenfest Pattensen

Getting There

Pattensen is located about 15 km south of Hannover. By car via the B3 and B443. By public transport: Bus lines from Hannover and Hildesheim stop in Pattensen.

Parking

Parking spaces will be designated during the Schützenfest. Parts of the town center will be closed for the parade.

Admission

Access to the festival grounds is free. Admission fees may apply for individual evening events in the festival tent.

Catering

Stalls in the festival tent and on the festival grounds offer a wide selection — from classic bratwurst and hearty delicacies to sweet specialties.

Information

Current routes, times, and program details are available on the website of the Uniformierten Jägercorps Pattensen.

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