Schützenfest Rodewald

Schützenverein Rodewald m.B. von 1913

The Schützenverein Rodewald m.B. was founded in 1913 and is one of the traditional clubs in the Nienburg/Weser district. The abbreviation 'm.B.' stands for 'mit Bayonett' (with bayonet) — a historical reference to the original military armament of the rifle companies. Today, the designation is purely traditional and underscores the connection to the shooting history of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Rodewald — Village in the Samtgemeinde Steimbke

The municipality of Rodewald belongs to the Samtgemeinde Steimbke in the Nienburg/Weser district and is one of the largest municipalities in Lower Saxony in terms of area. With over 50 km² of land and several districts, Rodewald has a rural structure and is characterised by an active club scene.

Festival Grounds 'Im Zentrum'

The venue is the festival grounds 'Im Zentrum' in Rodewald — the central village square where other important events also take place. The name underlines its function as the communal centre of the village.

Labour Day as the Date

The traditional date on May 1st (Labour Day) is a special feature that sets the Rodewald shooting club apart from most other North German clubs. The May Day holiday offers an ideal date for a Schützenfest, as many employees have the day off and the festival can be combined directly with the traditional May Day celebrations and maypole raising. In 2026, May 1st falls on a Friday — this offers a long weekend option with extended festival possibilities.

Programme Tradition

The festival follows the classic North German Schützenfest tradition with King's shooting, a festive parade through Rodewald, King's dinner, and a dance evening. Friendly shooting clubs from the Samtgemeinde Steimbke and the surrounding region are invited. Contact: [email protected].