Schützenfest Estebrügge
Traditional Schützenfest of the oldest shooting guild in the municipality of Jork since 1612
About Schützenfest Estebrügge
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Since 1612 – Jork's Oldest Shooting Guild
The Schützengilde Estebrügge und Umgegend was founded in 1612 – at a time when shooting clubs in the Lower German villages and Hanseatic cities served to defend market rights and the village community against roaming robber bands. From this military origin, a traditional customs association has developed over the centuries, which continues to shape the social life of the Estebrügge district of Jork in the Altes Land.
Festival Weekend After Ascension Day
Traditionally, the Schützenfest takes place on the weekend after Ascension Day. In 2026, it will therefore be from May 14th to 17th. The program begins on Thursday at 1:00 PM with the children's Schützenfest, which focuses on the guild's youngest members. The festival parade, the king's shooting, a dance evening, and the king's proclamation fill the following days.
Royal Couple 2025/2026: Peter Osse and Wiebke Suhr
Peter Osse was proclaimed the new Schützenkönig of the shooting guild in 2025. Wiebke Suhr reigns as Ladies' Queen (Königin) at his side. The royal couple represents the guild on numerous occasions and will hand over their dignities to the new majesties to be crowned during the 2026 festival.
Estebrügge in the Altes Land
Estebrügge belongs to the municipality of Jork in the Altes Land, the largest contiguous fruit-growing region in Northern Europe. With its historic farmhouses, orchards, and its location on the Este river, the district combines village tradition with the rural-touristic character of the Altes Land. The annual Schützenfest is a cultural highlight in spring and a fixture in Jork's event calendar.
Schützenfest Estebrügge — edition 2026
Tradition Since 1612
With 414 years of club history, the Schützengilde Estebrügge is one of the oldest shooting clubs in Northern Germany. The annual Schützenfest on the weekend after Ascension Day is the highlight of the club's year and a social focal point for Estebrügge.
Kick-off on Thursday
The children's Schützenfest begins as early as Thursday at 1:00 PM, focusing on the youngest shooters and their families. Laser rifle competitions, a children's parade, and carousels are part of the program.
Programme Schützenfest Estebrügge 2026
Program Schützenfest Estebrügge 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the Schützengilde Estebrügge in the spring. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
Thursday, May 14, 2026 – Children's Schützenfest
- 1:00 PM: Assembly of the child shooters
- Children's festival parade through Estebrügge
- Laser rifle competition for the children's king title
- Children's king proclamation in the afternoon
- Carousel and food stalls on the festival grounds
Friday, May 15, 2026 – King's Reception
- Reception of the reigning royal couple Peter Osse and Wiebke Suhr
- Social festival evening in the marquee
Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Main Festival Day
- Assembly of the shooters at the club house
- Grand festival parade through Estebrügge with marching bands
- King's shooting and bird shooting
- King's proclamation – Handover of dignities to the new majesties
- King's Ball in the marquee with live band
Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Morning pint and festival finale
- King's procession
Highlights Schützenfest Estebrügge 2026
- Schützenfest of Jork's oldest shooting guild since 1612
- Children's Schützenfest with children's king proclamation on Thursday
- Grand festival parade on Saturday with marching bands
- Handover of dignities from the royal couple Peter Osse and Wiebke Suhr
- Festival weekend after Ascension Day in the Altes Land
Prices Schützenfest Estebrügge 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Estebrügge
Date
- Thursday, May 14, 2026 from 1:00 PM – Children's Schützenfest
- Friday, May 15, 2026 – King's Reception and Festival Evening
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Festival Parade and King's Proclamation
- Sunday, May 17, 2026 – Festival Finale
Venue
- Festival grounds / Marquee in the Estebrügge district
- 21635 Jork, Stade district, Altes Land
Admission
- Festival grounds are publicly accessible
- Dance events and King's Ball require admission
Getting Here
- S-Bahn Hamburg S3 to Buxtehude, then bus to Jork-Estebrügge
- By car via the A26 (Jork exit)
- Parking available on the outskirts of town
Royal Couple 2025/2026
- Schützenkönig: Peter Osse
- Königin: Wiebke Suhr
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