Schützenfest Kakenstorf / Sprötze
Four-day marksmen's and folk festival with fireworks on the second August weekend
About Schützenfest Sprötze-Kakenstorf
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Schützenverein Sprötze-Kakenstorf
The Sprötze-Kakenstorf e.V. marksmen's club unites the two neighboring villages of Sprötze and Kakenstorf in a shared club tradition. Sprötze is a district of the town of Buchholz in der Nordheide, while Kakenstorf is an independent village within the Tostedt collective municipality. The joint Schützenfest fosters the connection between the two districts.
Four Festival Days on the Second August Weekend 2026
The festival traditionally takes place every year on the second August weekend, starting from Sunday. In 2026, this means from Thursday, August 6th to Sunday, August 9th. Four days of festivities provide the framework for a varied program.
King's Shoot and Grand Tattoo
The King's Shoot on Thursday opens the festival and determines the new monarchs. On Friday or Saturday, the Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) follows with a torchlight procession, bugle corps, and traditional music. This ceremonial moment at dusk gathers the club family and the village community.
Parade and King's Ball
The parade on Saturday or Sunday afternoon leads the marksmen, bugle corps, and invited neighboring clubs through Sprötze and Kakenstorf. Afterwards, the King's Ball takes place in the large marquee with a live band and dancing until late into the night.
Fairground Attractions, Dance Music, and Fireworks
Fairground stalls with carousels, dodgems, and rides give the festival the character of a classic folk festival. The dance evenings in the marquee with live music are among the major attractions. A spectacular fireworks display on one of the festival days provides the visual climax and is visible from afar.
Schützenfest Sprötze-Kakenstorf — edition 2026
The 2026 edition continues the annual tradition of celebrating the marksmen's and folk festival on the second August weekend. The combination of a marksmen's festival, folk festival, dance music, and fireworks makes this event one of the most attractive summer events in Sprötze and Kakenstorf.
The fireworks display is one of the most anticipated visual highlights and attracts additional visitors from surrounding areas.
Programme Schützenfest Sprötze-Kakenstorf 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in early summer. The structure follows the proven highlights of previous years:
Thursday, August 6th, 2026
- King's Shoot
- Evening festival opening
- First dance evening in the marquee
Friday, August 7th, 2026
- Grand Tattoo in the evening
- Dance evening with live music
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
- Assembly and parade
- King's Ball in the marquee with live band
- Spectacular fireworks in the evening
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
- Morning pint with brass band music
- Family Day with Children's King's Shoot, carousels
- Solemn proclamation of the new monarchs
- Festival conclusion
Highlights Schützenfest Sprötze-Kakenstorf 2026
- 4 festival days on the second August weekend
- Grand Tattoo
- Spectacular fireworks
- Parade through both villages
- Carousels and amusement rides
- Dance evenings with live music
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices Schützenfest Sprötze-Kakenstorf 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Sprötze-Kakenstorf
Venue
Schützenplatz Sprötze-Kakenstorf, 21255 Kakenstorf, Harburg district.
Date 2026
Thursday, August 6th to Sunday, August 9th, 2026 (4 festival days, second August weekend).
Admission
Festival grounds free admission. Dance evenings with a small entrance fee.
Organizer
Schützenverein Sprötze-Kakenstorf e.V.
Program Highlights
King's Shoot, Grand Tattoo, Parade, King's Ball, Carousels, Dance Music, Fireworks, Proclamation.
Getting There
By car via the A1 exit Sittensen or Tostedt. By train: metronom line Hamburg-Tostedt.
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