Schützenfest Gebhardshagen 2026
Four-day marksmen's festival at the historic Gebhardshagen moated castle with a parade and fireworks
About Schützenfest Gebhardshagen
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A Marksmen's Festival with a Historic Backdrop
Few festival grounds in southern Salzgitter can compete with the atmosphere offered by the Gebhardshagen moated castle. The medieval castle complex, originally built in the 13th century and rebuilt several times over the centuries, forms a unique setting for the four-day marksmen's festival. A marquee, stalls, and carousels are set up on the extensive castle grounds, with the castle itself providing the backdrop.
Program Structure
As with all major North German marksmen's festivals, the Schützenfest Gebhardshagen follows a proven structure over four days:
- Friday evening – Marquee opening with live music and dancing
- Saturday – Bird shooting and grand dance evening
- Sunday – Parade through Gebhardshagen and proclamation of the king
- Monday – Joint breakfast and festival finale with fireworks
Parade on Sunday
The visual highlight is the parade on Sunday, where marksmen's companies, brass bands, floats, and guest clubs march through the streets of Gebhardshagen. The local population traditionally lines the route, celebrating the marksmen with applause and small refreshments.
Fireworks to Conclude
The crowning finale of the festival is a fireworks display that bathes the night sky above the moated castle in colorful cascades of light. The reflections on the moat surrounding the castle double the visual effect.
Schützenfest Gebhardshagen — edition 2026
The Schützenfest Gebhardshagen uniquely combines sporting tradition with local festival culture. For decades, the Schützengesellschaft Gebhardshagen e.V. has strived for a balanced mix of classic marksmen's competitions, folk festival atmosphere, and family-friendly programming. The moated castle provides a unique historical setting that distinguishes the festival from many North German marksmen's festivals.
Programme Schützenfest Gebhardshagen 2026
Program Structure 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:
Friday, July 31, 2026
- Marquee opening in the evening
- Live music and dancing
Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Bird shooting and king shooting
- Grand dance evening
Sunday, August 2, 2026
- Festival service
- Grand parade through Gebhardshagen
- Proclamation of the king and king's banquet
Monday, August 3, 2026
- Joint breakfast
- Family day with carousels
- Concluding fireworks in the evening
Highlights Schützenfest Gebhardshagen 2026
- Festival grounds at the historic Gebhardshagen moated castle
- Grand parade on Sunday
- Bird shooting and king shooting
- Fireworks to conclude the festival
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices Schützenfest Gebhardshagen 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Gebhardshagen
Date 2026
- Friday, July 31, 2026 to Monday, August 3, 2026
Venue
- Festival grounds at the Gebhardshagen moated castle
- 38229 Salzgitter-Gebhardshagen
Admission
- Admission to the festival grounds is free
- Dance evenings and marquee events may have an admission fee
Program Highlights
- Marquee Friday and Saturday
- Bird shooting on Saturday
- Grand parade on Sunday
- Joint breakfast on Monday
- Fireworks to conclude the festival
Getting There
- A 39 exit Salzgitter-Gebhardshagen
- Bus stop Wasserburg
- Parking available at the festival grounds
Organizer
- Schützengesellschaft Gebhardshagen e.V.
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