Schützenfest Hollenstedt
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Schützenfest Hollenstedt

Four-day folk and marksmen's festival of the Hollenstedt Marksmen's Association of 1877

Hollenstedt — Landkreis Harburg (03353) Since 1877
Dates 10 Jul — 13 Jul 2026
Venue Hollenstedt (03353)
Prices Free
Status

About Schützenfest Hollenstedt

The Schützenfest Hollenstedt is the annual traditional event of the Hollenstedt Marksmen's Association of 1877 e.V. and will be celebrated from Friday 10th to Monday 13th July 2026. Four days of folk and marksmen's festival with king's shooting, Grand Tattoo, festive parade, king's ball, dance evenings, family day, and a festive conclusion on Monday. For almost 150 years, the festival has been an integral part of village life in Hollenstedt, a municipality in the western district of Harburg on the A1 motorway between Hamburg and Bremen. The festival grounds offer carousels, amusement rides, food stalls, and a large marquee with live music. Admission to the festival grounds is free, dance evenings require a small entrance fee. The catering offers Northern German classics, bratwurst, schnitzel, and chilled Pilsner.

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Almost 150 Years of Hollenstedt Marksmen Tradition

The Hollenstedt Marksmen's Association was founded in 1877 and looks back on an almost 150-year history. For over five generations, the association has shaped the marksmen's tradition in Hollenstedt and developed the annual Schützenfest into an indispensable part of village life.

Four Festival Days from July 10th to 13th, 2026

Friday to Monday forms the framework for the festival. Friday opens with the king's shooting and the first dance evenings in the marquee. Saturday brings the Grand Tattoo and the King's Ball, Sunday the festive parade and the Family Day, and Monday the festive conclusion with a morning pint and proclamation.

Folk Festival Atmosphere on the Fairgrounds

In addition to the classic club program, the Schützenfest Hollenstedt attracts with its folk festival component: carousels, dodgems, shooting galleries, Ferris wheel – a typical Northern German funfair character shapes the festival grounds. Families, children, and showmen will find a classic summer experience here.

Grand Tattoo

The Grand Tattoo on Saturday evening is one of the emotional highlights. In the encroaching darkness, torchbearers and the marching band enter, traditional music sounds, and the marksmen kings are honored. A moment that unites the village community in silent respect.

Festive Parade and King's Ball

On Sunday, the festive parade with marksmen, marching bands, and guest clubs marches through Hollenstedt. Afterwards, the marksmen's family celebrates the grand King's Ball in the marquee with a live band, dancing, and shared catering until late into the night. Monday concludes with a morning pint and the ceremonial proclamation of the new majesties.

Schützenfest Hollenstedt — edition 2026

From Friday 10th to Monday 13th July 2026, the Hollenstedt Marksmen's Association of 1877 e.V. invites you to the annual folk and marksmen's festival on the Hollenstedt fairgrounds. Four festival days with king's shooting, Grand Tattoo, festive parade, King's Ball, Family Day, morning pint, carousels, and a festive conclusion on Monday. Admission to the festival grounds is free, dance evenings require a small entrance fee. The exact program for 2026 with live bands, showman lineup, and timings will be published by the association in early summer. Information will be available in good time on the association's website and in local notices. Hollenstedt is easily accessible via the A1 between Hamburg and Bremen.

The 2026 edition continues the association's nearly 150-year tradition. Folk festival and marksmen's festival combine in Hollenstedt to form a four-day summer highlight for the entire municipality.

The amusement rides and showmen form the core of the folk festival, while the marquee with live music and the King's Ball represent the typical marksmen's festival culture.

Programme Schützenfest Hollenstedt 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 10th, 2026

  • King's shooting
  • Festival opening in the evening
  • First dance evening in the marquee

Saturday, July 11th, 2026

  • Grand Tattoo in the evening
  • King's Ball with live band

Sunday, July 12th, 2026

  • Assembly and festive parade through Hollenstedt
  • Family Day on the fairgrounds
  • Concert and catering in the marquee

Monday, July 13th, 2026

  • Morning pint with brass music
  • Ceremonial proclamation of the new majesties
  • Festive conclusion in the evening

Highlights Schützenfest Hollenstedt 2026

  • 4 festival days Friday to Monday
  • Folk and marksmen's festival since 1877
  • Grand Tattoo on Saturday evening
  • Festive parade through Hollenstedt on Sunday
  • Carousels, dodgems, shooting galleries
  • Marquee with live music
  • Free admission to the festival grounds

Prices Schützenfest Hollenstedt 2026

Free admission to the festival grounds. Amusement rides at cost price. Dance evenings with a small admission fee.

Practical information — Schützenfest Hollenstedt

Venue

Schützenplatz Hollenstedt, 21279 Hollenstedt, Samtgemeinde Hollenstedt, District of Harburg.

Date 2026

Friday 10th to Monday 13th July 2026 (4 festival days).

Admission

Festival grounds free entry, dance evenings with a small admission fee.

Organizer

Hollenstedter Schützenverein von 1877 e.V.

Program Highlights

King's shooting, Grand Tattoo, Festive Parade, King's Ball, Dance Evenings, Family Day, Morning Pint, Proclamation.

Getting There

By car via the A1 Hollenstedt exit. Parking available at the festival grounds and in the town center.

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