Schützenfest Hanstedt
Three-day Schützenfest in Hanstedt and Kampen on the edge of the Lüneburger Heide
About Schützenfest Hanstedt
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Schützenverein Hanstedt und Umgegend
The Schützenverein Hanstedt und Umgegend was founded in 1950, in the immediate post-war period when village life in the young Federal Republic was seeking new structures. For over 75 years, the association has shaped the riflemen's tradition in the municipality of Hanstedt on the edge of the Lüneburger Heide.
Three Festival Days from July 17th to 19th, 2026
Friday to Sunday form the framework of the festival. Friday opens with the King's Shoot and the Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich), Saturday features the parade and the King's Ball, and Sunday concludes with Family Day, Frühschoppen, and the King's Proclamation.
Together with Kampen
A special feature of the Hanstedt festival is its joint organization with the Kampen riflemen's family. Both neighboring villages celebrate a connected Schützenfest on the same days, which enhances the festive character and underscores the close bond between the village communities.
King's Shoot and Grand Tattoo
The King's Shoot on Friday determines the new majesties of the association. In the evening, the Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) follows with a torchlight procession, traditional music, and a ceremonial honoring of the Rifle Kings – an emotional moment that gathers the association community in quiet contemplation.
Parade, King's Ball, and Family Day
Saturday brings the parade through Hanstedt with riflemen, marching bands, and guest associations, followed by the grand King's Ball in the marquee with a live band, dancing, and festive catering. Sunday is particularly aimed at families with a children's King's Shoot, carousels, a bouncy castle, Frühschoppen with brass music, and the ceremonial proclamation in the afternoon.
Schützenfest Hanstedt — edition 2026
The 2026 edition continues the 76-year tradition of the association. The joint organization with Kampen gives the festival a special character and brings two village communities together over three shared festival days.
Hanstedt is located on the edge of the Lüneburger Heide, one of Northern Germany's most famous natural landscapes, and is easily accessible via the A7 motorway.
Programme Schützenfest Hanstedt 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in early summer. The structure follows the proven highlights of previous years:
Friday, July 17th, 2026
- King's Shoot
- Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) in the evening
- First evening dance in the marquee
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
- Riflemen assemble in the morning
- Grand parade through Hanstedt and Kampen
- King's Ball in the marquee with live band
Sunday, July 19th, 2026
- Frühschoppen with brass music
- Family Day with children's King's Shoot, carousels, bouncy castle
- Ceremonial proclamation of the new majesties
- Festival concludes in the evening
Highlights Schützenfest Hanstedt 2026
- 3 festival days, Friday to Sunday
- Joint organization with Kampen
- SV Hanstedt since 1950
- Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) on Friday evening
- Parade on Saturday
- Family Day with children's program
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices Schützenfest Hanstedt 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Hanstedt
Venue
Schützenplatz Hanstedt, 21271 Hanstedt, municipality of Hanstedt, district of Harburg.
Date 2026
Friday, July 17th to Sunday, July 19th, 2026 (3 festival days).
Admission
Festival grounds free entry, evening dances with a small entrance fee.
Organizer
Schützenverein Hanstedt und Umgegend von 1950 e.V., together with Kampen.
Program Highlights
King's Shoot, Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich), Parade, King's Ball, Family Day, Frühschoppen, Proclamation.
Getting There
By car via the A7 motorway, Egestorf exit. Located on the edge of the Lüneburger Heide.
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