Schützenfest Barum
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Schützenfest Barum

Three-day Volksfest (popular festival) of the Barum Shooting Club with live concerts, carousels, and a family atmosphere

Barum — Landkreis Lüneburg (03355)
Dates 04 Jul — 06 Jul 2026
Venue Barum (03355)
Prices Free
Status

About Schützenfest Barum

The Schützenfest Barum is one of the largest Volksfeste in the municipality of Bardowick. Organized by the Schieß-Club Barum e.V., the festival spans three days in early July on the Schützenplatz Barum. Unlike some smaller village Schützenfeste, the Schieß-Club Barum deliberately focuses on a Volksfest character with live concerts, a larger marquee, carousels, and amusement rides. Nevertheless, the classic Schützen elements – King's Shoot, King's Proclamation, and parade – remain at the core of the festival. Families will find an extensive children's program, and the marquee is filled with dancing and music on all three evenings.

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Schieß-Club Barum — Tradition and Volksfest

The Schieß-Club Barum e.V. is the central organizer of the shooting club tradition in Barum. Unlike classic shooting fraternities and guilds, the term 'Schieß-Club' indicates a more sporting focus – competitive shooting with small-caliber and air rifles is paramount. Nevertheless, the club upholds the Schützenfest tradition and hosts its three-day summer festival annually in early July. By scaling it as a Volksfest, the event attracts guests from far beyond the club's membership, positioning itself as one of the largest summer festivals in the municipality of Bardowick, alongside traditional Schützenfeste.

Three Festival Days with an Extensive Music Program

The Schützenfest Barum differs from many smaller Schützenfeste due to its extensive music program. Bands perform in the marquee on all three evenings – from rock cover bands and Schlager groups to DJ sets. The larger marquee can accommodate several hundred guests. During the day, there is also live music on the outdoor stage, as well as numerous carousels and amusement rides for all ages – Ferris wheel, swing boat, shooting galleries, lottery stalls, children's carousels. This mix of Schützenfest and funfair attracts thousands of visitors annually.

King's Shoot and King's Proclamation

The King's Shoot remains the sporting centerpiece. Shooters determine their new monarchs on the shooting range – the King, Queen, and Youth King. The King's Proclamation on the festival evening is the emotional highlight for the winners and their families. The shooting club tradition is accompanied by the parade on festival Sunday, which winds through the streets of Barum and is attended by friendly shooting clubs.

Barum in the Municipality of Bardowick

Barum is located north of Lüneburg and belongs to the municipality of Bardowick. With Saal am See as a central venue for other summer festivals, active club life, and the Schieß-Club Barum as a major Volksfest organizer, the community maintains a vibrant social profile.

Schützenfest Barum — edition 2026

The Schützenfest Barum 2026 runs from Saturday, July 4 to Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Schützenplatz Barum. The Schieß-Club Barum e.V. invites you to the three-day Volksfest featuring the King's Shoot, King's Proclamation, parade, live concerts on all three evenings, carousels, amusement rides, stalls, and a family program. Free admission to the festival grounds; carousels and food/drinks charged separately.

Three-Day Volksfest with an Extensive Music Program

The three-day structure allows the Schieß-Club to offer a more intensive program than most regional club festivals. Each evening features a unique music program in the marquee, while daytime alternates between shooting club events and family activities. The exact band names for 2026 will be published by the Schieß-Club approximately four weeks before the festival.

Programme Schützenfest Barum 2026

Program Structure 2026

The detailed program for 2026 will be published by the Schieß-Club in advance. The structure follows the proven highlights of previous years:

  • Saturday, July 4, Morning — Assembly and march of club members
  • Saturday, July 4, Afternoon — King's Shoot and trophy competitions
  • Saturday, July 4, Evening — King's Proclamation and dance evening with live band or DJ
  • Sunday, July 5, Morning — Parade through Barum
  • Sunday, July 5, Midday — King's dinner and brunch
  • Sunday, July 5, Afternoon — Family program, carousels, games
  • Sunday, July 5, Evening — Live concert in the marquee
  • Monday, July 6 — Wind-down with brunch and family program
  • Throughout — Carousels, amusement rides, stalls, food and drinks available on all three days

Highlights Schützenfest Barum 2026

  • Three-day Volksfest with an extensive music program
  • Live concerts on all three evenings in the marquee
  • Carousels, amusement rides, and stalls for the whole family
  • Classic Schützen elements: King's Shoot, Proclamation, Parade

Prices Schützenfest Barum 2026

Festival grounds are freely accessible. Carousels and food/drinks charged separately. Evening dances in the marquee may have an admission fee.

Practical information — Schützenfest Barum

Date and Location

  • Saturday, July 4 to Monday, July 6, 2026
  • Schützenplatz Barum, 21357 Barum

Program Highlights

  • King's Shoot and trophy competitions
  • King's Proclamation and parade
  • Live music on all three evenings in the marquee
  • Carousels, amusement rides, and stalls
  • Family program with children's entertainment

Getting There

  • Car: B4 towards Bardowick/Barum, parking near the town
  • Public Transport: Bus lines from Lüneburg

Admission

  • Festival grounds are freely accessible
  • Carousels and food/drinks charged separately
  • Evening dances in the marquee may have an admission fee

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