Schützenfest Holthausen (Damme)

St. Hubertus Rifle Association Holthausen

The St. Hubertus e.V. Holthausen Rifle Association is the central traditional customs club of Damme's Holthausen district. Like all rifle associations in the Oldenburg Münsterland, it is part of a long tradition that combines faith, homeland, and conviviality. The patron saint is St. Hubertus, the namesake saint of many rifle and hunting associations in Catholic Lower Saxony.

Ludwig-Windthorst-Haus as Festival Center

In addition to the classic festival grounds, the Ludwig-Windthorst-Haus in Holthausen plays a central role in the festival. The educational and conference center, named after the famous Catholic Reichstag member, traditionally hosts the festive brunch buffet, which sets the mood for club members and guests on the second festival day.

Music Program

Two well-rehearsed cover bands provide the live music in the festival tent. On Friday evening, the band Suntime heats things up with a mix of pop hits, Schlager, and party classics. On Saturday evening, the Black Horses take the stage with country, rock, and dance music. Both bands are firmly established in the Lower Saxony rifle and festival tent scene and attract a cross-generational audience every year.

Festival Parade and King's Shooting

Highlights of the Schützenfest are the traditional parade through Holthausen with rifle companies, music bands, drum corps, and friendly associations, as well as the king's shooting, in which the new royal couple for the coming club year is determined. The King and Queen, Prince and Princess are then solemnly proclaimed and honored in the festival tent.