Schützenfest Brinkum

Brinkum Marksmen's Association as the Organizing Body

The Brinkum Marksmen's Association e.V. looks back on a long tradition, which – like many North German marksmen's associations – has its roots in the community citizenry of the 19th century. The association today has several hundred members and maintains regular club life at the shooting range throughout the year. The highlight of each season is the annual Schützenfest, which traditionally takes place in July.

Brinkum in the Bremen Hinterland

Brinkum belongs to the Lower Saxony municipality of Stuhr in the Diepholz district, but it is located directly on the border with Bremen. In recent decades, the town has developed into a dynamic suburban community with residential areas, commercial zones, and an active club scene. The Schützenfest is considered the cultural anchor of its village origins in an environment that is now urban in character.

Festival Procedures – King's Shoot, Parade, Dancing

The festival weekend traditionally begins on Friday with the assembly of the clubs, a festival ceremony, and the king's shoot or a club evening. Saturday focuses on the king's shoot, followed by the evening's King's Ball with a live band. On Sunday, a large festival parade with music groups, clubs, and honored guests marches through the town center. This is followed by the proclamation of the new monarchs, a concert, and a relaxed conclusion in the festival tent.

Family and Supporting Program

Parallel to the official club program, the Brinkum festival week is also a Volksfest (folk festival): carousels and rides, showmen's businesses, snack stands, and a family day with a children's Schützenfest are part of the standard program. Admission to the festival grounds is generally free; only dance evenings in the tent incur admission fees.