Schützenfest Birken-Honigsessen
Three-day Schützenfest of the St. Hubertus Marksmen's Brotherhood Birken-Honigsessen 1968 e.V. on the first weekend of August
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St. Hubertus Marksmen's Brotherhood Birken-Honigsessen 1968 e.V.
The St. Hubertus Marksmen's Brotherhood Birken-Honigsessen was founded in 1968, celebrating a younger but already well-established club tradition. As the name suggests, the brotherhood is dedicated to Saint Hubertus of Liège, the patron saint of hunters and marksmen, whose feast day is traditionally celebrated on November 3rd. With over 55 years of club history, the brotherhood has preserved the Schützen (marksmen's) customs in the Wisserland.
Birken-Honigsessen — Double Village in the Wisserland
Birken-Honigsessen is a double place name for the two interconnected districts of Birken and Honigsessen in the municipality of Wissen. The close neighborly bond between the two places is also reflected in the joint marksmen's brotherhood that unites both districts and cultivates their traditions.
First Weekend of August as Festival Date
The Schützenfest takes place annually on the first weekend of August — in 2026 from Saturday, August 1st, to Monday, August 3rd. The three festival days span the weekend and offer a packed program of marksmen's traditions and social gatherings.
Program for the Three Festival Days
Saturday begins with the festival opening at the Schützenplatz, followed by the coronation of the new Schützenkönig from the King's shooting competition. Afterwards, the festival tent evening with live music or a DJ set takes place. Sunday features the festival service – the religious-traditional highlight related to the brotherhood's patron – followed by the Schützen parade in full uniform through the districts of Birken and Honigsessen, accompanied by a brass band. The King's Ball on Sunday evening is the festive dance event in honor of the King and Queen. Monday concludes with a Frühschoppen (morning pint) and final social hours.
Marksmen's Traditions in the Wisserland
The Wisserland – the region around the town of Wissen in the north of the Altenkirchen district – is characterized by a dense network of clubs and well-preserved traditional customs. Several marksmen's clubs schedule their Pentecost and summer Schützenfeste one after another, creating a rich program of traditions throughout the summer months in the region. The Birken-Honigsessen Schützenfest is part of this chain and is a particularly popular date in August.
Schützenfest Birken-Honigsessen — edition 2026
Program 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in spring/summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- Sat Aug 1st — Festival opening, King's coronation, festival tent evening
- Sun Aug 2nd — Festival service, parade through Birken and Honigsessen, King's Ball
- Mon Aug 3rd — Frühschoppen, convivial closing
- All three days — Catering, brass band accompaniment
Programme Schützenfest Birken-Honigsessen 2026
Schedule of the Three Festival Days
Saturday Aug 1st — Festival Opening and Coronation
Festival opening at the Birken-Honigsessen Schützenplatz by the brotherhood's board. King's shooting competition at the shooting range to determine the new Schützenkönig (possibly already held the previous week). Coronation of the new King and Queen with the handover of the King's chain. Festival tent evening with live music or DJ set, catering, lively festival atmosphere.
Sunday Aug 2nd — Festival Service, Parade, and King's Ball
Morning festival service in the Catholic parish church with liturgical accompaniment by the brotherhood. Afterwards, parade of the marksmen in full uniform through the districts of Birken and Honigsessen, accompanied by a brass band and with the King and Queen. Passing by the houses of the residents, who celebrate the festival day with flags and festive decorations. Evening King's Ball – the festive dance event in honor of the King and Queen, with live music, festive atmosphere, and upscale catering.
Monday Aug 3rd — Frühschoppen and Closing
Morning Frühschoppen at the Schützenplatz with beer service, sausages, and bratwurst. Social gathering of brotherhood members, families, and festival guests. Gradual winding down of the festival during the day, farewell to the guests.
Detailed program 2026 will be published shortly before the date on the Wisserland pages wisserland.de.
Highlights Schützenfest Birken-Honigsessen 2026
- Schützenfest on the first weekend of August
- St. Hubertus Marksmen's Brotherhood Birken-Honigsessen since 1968
- Coronation of the new Schützenkönig on Saturday
- Parade and King's Ball on Sunday
- Frühschoppen and closing on Monday
Prices Schützenfest Birken-Honigsessen 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Birken-Honigsessen
Dates
Saturday to Monday, August 1st to 3rd, 2026.
Location
Schützenplatz Birken-Honigsessen, 57587 Birken-Honigsessen.
Admission
Free to the festival grounds. King's Ball and festival tent evenings may have an admission fee.
Getting There
By car via the B 62. By train via the Siegstrecke to Wissen, then bus or taxi.
Tips
Festive attire appropriate for the respective event; for the King's Ball, classic formal wear.
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