Schützenfest Lilienthal
163rd Schützenfest of the Schützenverein Lilienthal from 1863 — three days of festivities in midsummer
2026
About Schützenfest Lilienthal
Schützenfest Lilienthal — edition 2026
Three Days of Volksfest in Lilienthal
From Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, the Schützenverein Lilienthal offers a packed festival program. The parade, king's shooting competition, coronation, dance event, and morning pint follow the proven rhythm of the previous 162 editions and are complemented by a family-friendly supporting program.
King's Shooting Competition and Coronation
Saturday is traditionally the day for the sporting decision. In the king's shooting competition, the club's active members compete against each other. The coronation of the new monarch takes place in the evening in the festival tent, accompanied by music and a festive speech.
Highlights Schützenfest Lilienthal 2026
- 163rd edition of one of the region's most traditional Schützenfeste
- Assembly on Friday at 2:00 PM with parade
- King's shooting competition and coronation of the new monarchs on Saturday
- Dance evening in the festival tent
- Morning pint on Sunday to conclude the festival
Programme Schützenfest Lilienthal 2026
Friday, July 25, 2026
- 2:00 PM — Assembly of marksmen on the Schützplatz
- Parade and reception of the reigning royal couple
- Opening of the festival tent with catering
- Evening music and social gathering
Saturday, July 26, 2026
- King's shooting competition for active marksmen
- Children's afternoon with games and activities
- Coronation of the new monarchs in the festival tent
- Dance evening with band or DJ
Sunday, July 27, 2026
- Morning pint with brass music
- Conclusion of the festival weekend
Note
The detailed program will be published by the organizer in early summer 2026. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years.
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Practical information — Schützenfest Lilienthal
Date 2026
Friday, July 25 to Sunday, July 27, 2026. Assembly on the Schützplatz from 2:00 PM on Friday.
Location
Schützplatz Lilienthal, 28865 Lilienthal.
Admission
Access to the festival grounds is free. Dance events and special programs may have an admission fee.
Getting There
Lilienthal is conveniently located northeast of Bremen. Access via L 153 / B 74. Public transport connections via bus lines to the municipality of Lilienthal.
Organizer
Schützenverein Lilienthal von 1863 e.V., schuetzenverein-lilienthal.de.
More than 160 Years of Tradition
The Schützenverein Lilienthal von 1863 e.V. is one of the oldest clubs in the municipality of Lilienthal. For over sixteen decades, it has organized the traditional Schützenfest year after year, which has long grown beyond a mere club event and has become a major community festival. The 163rd edition in 2026 continues this uninterrupted tradition, engaging younger generations as well as the club's long-standing members.
Parade and King's Shooting Competition
Friday afternoon is traditionally dedicated to the ceremonial assembly on the Schützplatz. The festival begins with a parade, flag ceremony, and the festive reception of the reigning royal couple. On Saturday, the king's shooting competition forms the sporting highlight. Here, the new monarch is determined among the active marksmen, who is then ceremonially proclaimed and crowned.
Festival Tent, Music, and Amusement Park
A classic festival grounds is set up on the Schützplatz Lilienthal with a large festival tent, a stage for live music and DJ sets, amusement rides, and stalls. During the day, the children's and family area attracts with carousels, games, and special attractions, while in the evening, dance bands and DJs take over the stage in the tent. Sunday traditionally culminates in an extended morning pint with brass music.
Club Life and Customs
The Schützenfest is an expression of vibrant club life. Throughout the year, the Schützenverein organizes regular training evenings, competitive matches, and youth activities. The midsummer festival is the social highlight that crowns the efforts of the club year and attracts new members. Friendly clubs from all over northern Lower Saxony are regular guests.
Significance for the Municipality of Lilienthal
With around 19,000 inhabitants, Lilienthal is one of the largest municipalities in the Osterholz district. The Schützenfest connects the districts of Lilienthal, Falkenberg, Heidberg, Worphausen, and Frankenburg, thus creating a moment of shared identity. Politics, business, and club life meet on the Schützplatz and use the weekend for encounters beyond everyday life.
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