804th Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar
804th Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar from July 3rd to 12th, 2026 — Southern Lower Saxony's largest folk festival with parade, Ferris wheel, Wilde Maus, ~50 attractions, and two fireworks (July 3rd & 10th)
About Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar
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804 Years of Folk Festival — An Extraordinary Tradition
The Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar is one of the oldest continuously celebrated folk festivals in Europe. The Privileged Marksmen's Society of Goslar was founded in 1220 — more than 800 years ago. This extraordinary tradition makes the event a cultural heritage that reflects the history of Goslar as a medieval imperial city and mining center. With its 804th edition in 2026, a piece of living history continues.
Southern Lower Saxony's Largest Marksmen's and Folk Festival
The Goslar Schützen- und Volksfest is the largest marksmen's and folk festival in southern Lower Saxony. With over 300,000 expected visitors, an 80,000 square meter festival ground, and around 50 rides, it operates on a scale far beyond regional folk festivals. Showmen from all over Germany travel annually to present their attractions at the Osterfeld festival grounds.
Festival Grounds at Osterfeld on Schützenallee
The festival grounds at Osterfeld on Schützenallee offer ample space for this major event. 80,000 square meters allow for the setup of numerous attractions with sufficient pathway widths, several beer tents, gastronomic areas, and amenities. Its location outside the historic old town protects the UNESCO World Heritage city center while enabling connectivity via Park & Ride services.
Festival Opening and Program Highlights 2026
The festival begins on Friday, July 3rd, 2026, at 3 PM with the official opening ceremony. This is followed by the first fireworks display at 11 PM — an initial pyrotechnic highlight. On Saturday, July 4th, 2026, at 2:30 PM, the grand parade will march through the Goslar city center — a tradition that attracts tens of thousands of spectators along the route. On Friday, July 10th, 2026, the second fireworks display at 11 PM will take place — the pyrotechnic highlight of the festival. The closing ceremony is on Sunday, July 12th, 2026.
Attractions, Beer Tents, and Gastronomy
Around 50 attractions are spread across the festival grounds: a Ferris wheel with panoramic views, the Wilde Maus classic roller coaster, other rides for all ages, children's carousels, a haunted house, and much more. Beer tents featuring a Bavarian brasserie and the Café Kajüte offer refreshments in various atmospheres. Classic folk festival cuisine — bratwurst, fried dough twists (Schmalzkuchen), almonds, crêpes, beer, and wine — complements the gastronomic offerings.
Park & Ride for a Relaxed Arrival
The city of Goslar offers Park & Ride services that run from the Baßgeige and Gerhard-Weule-Straße parking lots to the festival grounds. This solution relieves congestion in the city center and allows for a relaxed arrival — an important measure given the large visitor numbers.
Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar — edition 2026
Ten Festival Days with 804 Years of Tradition
The 804th edition continues an extraordinary tradition. With two fireworks displays, a grand parade, and 50 attractions, the festival offers a program that remains appealing for ten days.
Programme Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar 2026
Program Highlights July 3–12, 2026
Opening Weekend
- Fri July 3rd, 3 PM: Official Festival Opening with Tapping Ceremony
- Fri July 3rd, evening: Opening Festival Evening in the Beer Tents
- Fri July 3rd, 11 PM: First Fireworks Display
- Sat July 4th, 2:30 PM: Grand Parade through Goslar City Center
- Sat July 4th–Sun July 5th: Festival Weekend with Full Capacity
Middle Festival Week (July 6–9, 2026)
- Daily Festival Program
- Special Days and Family Days (depending on promotions)
- Concerts and Live Music in the Beer Tents
- Shooting Competitions of the Privileged Marksmen's Society
Second Festival Weekend (July 10–12, 2026)
- Fri July 10th, 11 PM: Second Fireworks Display (Highlight)
- Sat July 11th–Sun July 12th: Closing Festival Weekend
- Sun July 12th: Festival Closing late in the evening
Attractions (around 50)
- Ferris wheel with panoramic views
- Wilde Maus (classic roller coaster)
- Other roller coasters and adrenaline rides
- Carousels for all age groups
- Children's carousels and family rides
- Haunted house and classic folk festival attractions
- Throwing and skill games stalls
Beer Tents and Gastronomy
- Bavarian Brasserie with Live Music
- Café Kajüte as a cozy meeting point
- Classic folk festival cuisine: Bratwurst, Schmalzkuchen, almonds, crêpes
- Beer (Pils, Wheat Beer), Wine, Cocktails, Non-alcoholic beverages
Marksmen's Traditions
- Program items of the Privileged Marksmen's Society of Goslar of 1220
- King's Shooting and Marksmen's Traditions
- Parade with Marksmen and affiliated clubs
Highlights Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar 2026
- 804th edition — one of Europe's oldest folk festival traditions
- Grand parade on July 4th at 2:30 PM
- Two fireworks displays (July 3rd and 10th, 11 PM each)
- Around 50 attractions on 80,000 m²
- Over 300,000 expected visitors
Prices Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar 2026
Practical information — Schützen- und Volksfest Goslar
Dates 2026
Friday, July 3rd to Sunday, July 12th, 2026 (10 festival days, 804th edition).
Venue
Festplatz am Osterfeld, Schützenallee, 38640 Goslar (80,000 m²).
Organizers
Volksfest Goslar e.V. and Privilegierte Schützengesellschaft Goslar von 1220.
Program Highlights
- Fri July 3rd, 3 PM: Festival Opening
- Fri July 3rd, 11 PM: First Fireworks Display
- Sat July 4th, 2:30 PM: Grand Parade through the City Center
- Fri July 10th, 11 PM: Second Fireworks Display (Highlight)
- Sun July 12th: Festival Closing
Attractions
Around 50 rides: Ferris wheel, Wilde Maus, carousels, and much more.
Beer Tents and Gastronomy
Bavarian Brasserie, Café Kajüte, classic folk festival cuisine.
Admission
Free entry to the festival grounds. Rides and consumption are subject to charge.
Park & Ride
Shuttle services from Baßgeige and Gerhard-Weule-Straße to the festival grounds.
Expected Visitors
Over 300,000 visitors.
Further Information
Current program details at volksfest-goslar.de.
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