Schützenfest and Kirmes in Linde
Four-day Schützenfest with Kirmes in the Lindlar district of Linde – citizens' shooting competition, ecumenical service, Schützenball, parade, and crowning of the king
About Schützenfest Linde
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Shooting Traditions in the Bergisches Land
Lindlar is a municipality in the Oberbergischer Kreis (Bergisches Land), east of Cologne. With around 22,000 inhabitants and over 50 districts, the municipality cultivates a particularly strong shooting tradition: almost every district has its own shooting club. Linde is one of these districts, and the Sankt Sebastianus Schützenbruderschaft Linde 1921 e.V., with its four-day Schützenfest, is a firm fixture in the event calendar.
When and Where is the Schützenfest?
The Schützenfest and Kirmes in Linde 2026 will take place from Friday, June 5th, to Monday, June 8th, 2026, on the traditional festival grounds in Linde (district of Lindlar). Four days of festivities, each with its own focus.
Day-by-Day Program
Friday, June 5th, 2026 – Opening with Wine Tavern
- from 7:00 PM – Opening of the wine tavern
- evening – Citizens' shooting competition for club members and guests
- evening – Sociable start with music
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 – Service and Schützenball
- 3:00 PM – Ecumenical service in the festival chapel
- afternoon – Youth shooting competition
- 8:00 PM – Schützenball with the band Top Spin
Sunday, June 7th, 2026 – Parade and Open Air
- morning – Festival service
- afternoon – Grand parade through Linde
- evening – Open-air concert with the band Schwarzgesang
Monday, June 8th, 2026 – Children's Festival and Crowning of the King
- afternoon – Children's festival with games and entertainment
- afternoon – King shooting competition (Prince and King of Kings)
- evening – Crowning of the King and King's Ball
Sankt Sebastianus Schützenbruderschaft Linde 1921
The organizer is the Sankt Sebastianus Schützenbruderschaft Linde 1921 e.V., founded over 100 years ago. The club preserves the traditional shooting customs with a king couple, companies, and guards, while also opening the festival widely – the citizens' shooting competition, children's festival, and open-air concerts appeal to a broad audience from the entire Oberbergischer Kreis region.
Lindlar in the Oberbergischer Kreis
Lindlar belongs to the Bergisches Land region and is located between Cologne and Gummersbach. Characterized by its low mountain landscape with forests, meadows, and stream valleys, the municipality is a popular recreational area for the Cologne-Bonn region. Schützenfeste like the one in Linde have been a firm part of the regional summer life for generations.
Schützenfest Linde — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Linde Schützenfest is the annual highlight for the Lindlar district. The organizer is the Sankt Sebastianus Schützenbruderschaft Linde 1921 e.V.
Programme Schützenfest Linde 2026
Program June 5–8, 2026
Friday, June 5th, 2026 – Opening
- from 7:00 PM – Wine tavern opens
- evening – Citizens' shooting competition
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 – Schützenball
- 3:00 PM – Ecumenical service
- afternoon – Youth shooting competition
- 8:00 PM – Schützenball with the band Top Spin
Sunday, June 7th, 2026 – Parade and Open Air
- morning – Festival service
- afternoon – Grand parade through Linde
- evening – Open-air concert with Schwarzgesang
Monday, June 8th, 2026 – Children's Festival and Crowning of the King
- afternoon – Children's festival
- afternoon – King shooting competition (Prince and King of Kings)
- evening – Crowning of the King and King's Ball
Highlights Schützenfest Linde 2026
- Four days of festivities with Kirmes
- Schützenball with band Top Spin on Saturday
- Open-air concert with Schwarzgesang on Sunday
- Parade on Carnival Sunday
- Children's festival on Monday
Prices Schützenfest Linde 2026
Festival grounds freely accessible. Schützenball and King's Ball require admission (tickets from the brotherhood). Open-air concert on Sunday usually free.
Practical information — Schützenfest Linde
Getting There
By car via the A4 (exit Bensberg) and the L284 to Lindlar, then continue to Linde. By public transport: Bus 396/397 from Bensberg or Gummersbach. There is no direct train connection.
Parking
Free parking is available at the festival grounds and in the center of Linde. Arrive early on the main evenings (Saturday and Sunday).
Admission
Festival grounds are freely accessible. Schützenball and King's Ball require admission (tickets from the Schützenverein). The open-air concert on Sunday is usually free.
On Site
Festival tent, wine tavern, food stalls run by the clubs, shooting range of the Schützenverein. Ample seating. Payment is usually cash only.
Tips
For the most traditional experience, come on Sunday for the parade. If you enjoy live music, come on Saturday evening for the Schützenball (band Top Spin) or Sunday evening for the open-air concert with Schwarzgesang. Monday, with the children's festival and crowning of the king, is family-friendly – ideal with children.
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Where it takes place Schützenfest Linde
Festplatz Linde (Lindlar)
Linde, 51789 Lindlar