Schützenfest Elbingerode (Hattorf am Harz)
Traditional Schützenfest of the Elbingerode Shooting Club from June 26th to 28th, 2026 — three days of festivities on the sports field with king's shoot and parade
About Schützenfest Elbingerode
Elbingerode — District of the Hattorf am Harz Municipality
Elbingerode is a district of the Hattorf am Harz municipality in the southern district of Göttingen. With its location on the southern edge of the Harz mountains and its village structure, the place maintains its own festival tradition, the most important pillar of which is the annual Schützenfest. The Elbingerode Shooting Club organizes the festival and, together with other local clubs, ensures its execution.
Three Days of Festivities Centered Around the King's Shoot
The 2026 Schützenfest spans three days: Friday, June 26th, Saturday, June 27th, and Sunday, June 28th. The king's shoot, where the titles of Shooting King and Junior/Children's King are contested, is at the heart of the event. This tradition dates back to the original function of shooting clubs as citizen militias and has remained a central act of club identity to this day.
Elbingerode Sports Field as the Festival Backdrop
The Elbingerode sports field serves as the central festival backdrop. The large festival tent is erected here, hosting the ceremonial acts, the banquet, and the dance evening. Outside the tent, there are catering stands, games, possibly a children's carousel, and the shooting range. The open location and ample space allow for a spacious festival operation.
Parade and Club Life
A traditional highlight of the Schützenfest is the parade, which leads the shooters, the shooting kings, the music bands, and the local clubs through the village. The marching past, salute shots, and tattoo (Zapfenstreich) are among the ceremonial rituals that characterize the Schützenfest. Friendly shooting clubs from the surrounding area participate in the parade, underscoring regional ties.
Family Program on Sunday
Sunday is traditionally dedicated to families. A morning pint (Frühschoppen), a children's program with children's dance, games, and possibly a children's king's shoot, as well as the proclamation of the new Shooting King and the new royal family, are the program highlights. The festival concludes convivially in the late afternoon.
Schützenfest Elbingerode — edition 2026
Shooting Tradition in the Southern Harz
The 2026 edition continues the long-standing tradition. The Elbingerode sports field becomes the festival backdrop, and the Shooting Club welcomes friendly clubs, citizens, and guests from the Hattorf am Harz municipality and the surrounding area.
Programme Schützenfest Elbingerode 2026
Program Structure June 26–28, 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in early summer. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
Friday, June 26, 2026
- Festive opening evening with tapping of the keg
- Live music in the festival tent
- Initial catering and welcome of guests
Saturday, June 27, 2026
- King's shoot in the morning and afternoon
- Shooting mass or festival service
- Grand parade through the village
- Reception of friendly shooting clubs
- Dance evening in the festival tent with live music
Sunday, June 28, 2026 (Family Day)
- Morning pint (Frühschoppen) in the morning
- Family program with children's dance and games
- Possible children's or junior king's shoot
- Proclamation of the new Shooting King
- Festive conclusion in the late afternoon
Participants
- Elbingerode Shooting Club (Organizer)
- Friendly shooting clubs from the surrounding area
- Music bands and drum corps
- Local clubs and initiatives
Highlights Schützenfest Elbingerode 2026
- Three days of festivities with king's shoot and parade
- Festival tent with live music and dance evening
- Morning pint (Frühschoppen) and family day on Sunday
- Proclamation of the new Shooting King as the highlight
Prices Schützenfest Elbingerode 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Elbingerode
Dates 2026
Friday, June 26th to Sunday, June 28th, 2026 (3 days of festivities).
Venue
Elbingerode Sports Field, Elbingerode district of the Hattorf am Harz municipality, postal address 37431 Bad Lauterberg im Harz (Göttingen district).
Organizer
Elbingerode Shooting Club.
Program
Opening evening, king's shoot, shooting mass, parade, dance evening, morning pint (Frühschoppen), family Sunday, proclamation of the shooting kings.
Admission
Free to the festival grounds. Consumption is charged. Festival evenings may have an admission fee — details from the club on-site.
Getting There
By car via the B27 or L530. Parking available at the sports field.
Further Information
Current program details on the event page of the Hattorf am Harz municipality.
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