Schützenfest Wendisch Evern

The KKSV and its Shooting Tradition

The Klein-Kaliber-Schützenverein (KKSV) Wendisch Evern is the central body for sport shooting and the preservation of shooting club culture in the village. The focus is on training and competitive shooting with small-caliber weapons, as well as the annual Schützenfest as the social highlight. Like many shooting clubs in the region, the KKSV is also involved in youth development, integrating the younger generation into club life early on.

Bird Shooting and King Proclamation

As is customary throughout northern Germany, the bird shooting forms the sporting core of the festival. At the KKSV shooting range, the marksmen determine their new monarchs — the King, the Queen of the Ladies, and the Youth King. The proclamation of the king on the evening of the festival is the emotional highlight for the winners. A festive parade, the assembly of club members in uniform, and the ceremonial handover of sashes accompany the proceedings. A dance evening, traditionally with a live band or DJ, follows in the festival tent.

Family Day and Morning Pint

The Schützenfest Wendisch Evern is consistently open to the entire village. Families will find carousels, bouncy castles, children's entertainment, and pony rides. The morning pint (Frühschoppen) on festival Sunday, with brass music and bratwurst, has always been the meeting point for the village community. Friendly clubs from the Samtgemeinde Ostheide also participate in the festive parade.

Wendisch Evern in the Samtgemeinde Ostheide

Wendisch Evern is located southeast of Lüneburg in the Samtgemeinde Ostheide. Despite its proximity to the Hanseatic city, the village has retained its rural character with active club life, a fire brigade, and a church community. The Schützenfest is an expression of this strong village identity.