Schützenfest Lemgo — 450th anniversary
Grand anniversary Schützenfest of the Lemgoer Schützengesellschaft von 1575 — four days of festivities for the 450th birthday
About Schützenfest Lemgo 450
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450 years of riflemen's tradition in Lemgo
The Lemgoer Schützengesellschaft von 1575 is one of the oldest riflemen's societies in Germany. Founded in 1575 within the then citizenry of Lemgo, the society has moved through five centuries of German history — through the Thirty Years' War, the Napoleonic occupation, two World Wars, the division and reunification of Germany. The 450th anniversary in 2026 is the occasion for an extraordinary festival weekend that goes well beyond the annual Schützenfest.
Four days of anniversary programme — from tattoo to king's parade
The programme starts on Friday 28 August 2026 with a Regimentszapfenstreich on the market square at 18:45, followed by concert + DJ Mino set from 20:00. Saturday and Sunday are dedicated to the traditional Schützenfest elements — Vogelschießen (shooting at the wooden eagle), festive kommers with guest associations, king's ball. The king's proclamation of the new majesties takes place either on Sunday 30 August or Monday 31 August at 16:00. A grand parade with allied riflemen's societies from Ostwestfalen-Lippe and all over Germany moves through Lemgo's old town.
Family programme on the festival grounds
Alongside the classic association programme there is an extensive family programme: bouncy castle, crafts workshops for children, food offer with local providers, festival tent with live music and dancing. The Schützenplatz becomes a family-friendly festival ground that draws several thousand visitors even outside the ceremonial highlights.
Lemgo — one of the most beautiful Hanseatic cities in Westphalia
The Hanseatic city of Lemgo in the Lippe district (Ostwestfalen) is one of the best-preserved Renaissance and half-timbered towns in Germany. With its medieval market square, the museum house of the "Witch Mayor" (Hexenbürgermeister-Haus) and its active city marketing, Lemgo is a popular tourist destination in the Weserbergland. The riflemen's society and the anniversary Schützenfest are among the central identity markers of this Hanseatic city.
Schützenfest Lemgo 450 — edition 2026
Four days of extraordinary anniversary programme for the 450th birthday of one of Germany's oldest riflemen's societies. The classic Schützenfest format is combined with an especially elaborate opening Zapfenstreich and a grand parade on Sunday with guest associations from all over Germany.
Programme Schützenfest Lemgo 450 2026
Friday 28 August 2026 — opening & concert
- 18:45 Regimentszapfenstreich on Lemgo's market square
- 20:00 Concert + DJ Mino set in the festival tent at the Schützenplatz
Saturday 29 August 2026 — Vogelschießen
- During the day Vogelschießen (shooting at the wooden eagle) to determine the new king
- Evening Festive kommers with guest associations
Sunday 30 August 2026 — parade & proclamation
- Afternoon Grand anniversary parade through Lemgo's old town
- 16:00 (or Monday) King's proclamation of the new majesties
- Evening King's ball with dance music
Monday 31 August 2026 — family day
- Morning Frühschoppen with a brass band
- Afternoon Family programme, bouncy castle, children's activities
- Possibly King's proclamation if not held on Sunday
Highlights Schützenfest Lemgo 450 2026
- 450th anniversary — historic Schützenfest event
- Regimentszapfenstreich on the market square as the kick-off
- DJ Mino set on opening Friday
- Grand anniversary parade through Lemgo's old town
- King's proclamation of the new majesties
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices Schützenfest Lemgo 450 2026
Free admission to the festival grounds, the grand parade and the Regimentszapfenstreich. King's ball and individual concerts may require a table reservation via the association.
Practical information — Schützenfest Lemgo 450
Getting there
By train to Lemgo (RB72 from Bielefeld or Hamm — Lemgo-Lüttfeld station is a 5-minute walk from the Schützenplatz). By car via the A2 (exit Bielefeld), then B66 towards Lemgo.
Programme times
Friday 28.8. from 18:45 (Regimentszapfenstreich on the market square). Saturday and Sunday continuous festival on the Schützenplatz. King's proclamation on Sunday or Monday at 16:00.
Admission
Free to the festival grounds and the grand parade. King's ball and individual concerts may require a table reservation.
Tip
Plan a stroll through Lemgo's historic old town before the Schützenfest weekend — the market square with the town hall is one of the finest Renaissance ensembles in northern Germany.
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Where it takes place Schützenfest Lemgo 450
Schützenplatz Lemgo
Schützenplatz, 32657 Lemgo