163rd Tostedt Schützenfest
163rd edition of the traditional Tostedt Schützenfest since 1854 with fireworks
About 163rd Tostedt Schützenfest
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163 Years of Tostedt Schützenfest
The Tostedt Shooting Club was founded in 1854, making it one of the oldest clubs in the Harburg district. Over 170 years of club history and 163 editions of the Schützenfest make the club an institution that has shaped Tostedt's social life since the 19th century.
Four Days of Festivities from July 17th to 20th, 2026
Friday to Monday form the framework of the festival. With four days of festivities, the Tostedt Schützenfest is one of the region's larger events, offering a varied program for the whole family.
King's Shoot and Grand Tattoo
The King's Shoot on Friday determines the new monarchs of the club. In the evening, the Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) follows – a ceremonial moment with a torchlight procession, traditional music, and the festive honoring of the shooting kings, bringing together the club community and the Tostedt population in a special atmosphere.
Parade on Sunday
The parade on Sunday afternoon is one of the highlights. Marksmen, marching bands, invited neighboring clubs, ladies' departments, and youth groups march through Tostedt in their historical uniforms and with their flags. Afterwards, the shooting fraternity celebrates the King's Ball in the large festival tent with a live band and dancing late into the night.
Family Day and Fireworks on Monday
Monday brings Family Day with a children's king's shoot, carousels, a bouncy castle, and games. The morning pint (Frühschoppen) gathers members for brass music. As a spectacular highlight, the grand fireworks display takes place over the Schützenplatz in the evening, captivating Tostedt and its guests from afar.
163rd Tostedt Schützenfest — edition 2026
The 163rd edition in 2026 continues the club's almost 170-year tradition and is one of the largest Schützenfeste in the Harburg district. The special highlight on Monday evening is the fireworks display, visible far beyond the festival grounds, making the Tostedt Schützenfest a visual experience.
Fairground attractions, carousels, and the large festival tent give the event its special Volksfest character.
Programme 163rd Tostedt Schützenfest 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the organizer in early summer. The structure follows the proven highlights of previous years:
Friday, July 17th, 2026
- King's Shoot
- Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) in the evening
- First evening dance in the festival tent
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
- Shooting competitions
- King's Ball with live band
Sunday, July 19th, 2026
- Assembly and grand parade through Tostedt
- Family Day with children's program
- Concert and catering in the festival tent
Monday, July 20th, 2026
- Morning pint (Frühschoppen) with brass music
- Festive proclamation
- Grand fireworks display in the evening
- Festival conclusion
Highlights 163rd Tostedt Schützenfest 2026
- 163rd edition since 1854
- 4 festival days Friday to Monday
- Grand fireworks display on Monday evening
- Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich) on Friday evening
- Parade through Tostedt on Sunday
- Carousels and Family Day
- Free admission to the festival grounds
Prices 163rd Tostedt Schützenfest 2026
Practical information — 163rd Tostedt Schützenfest
Venue
Schützenplatz Tostedt, 21255 Tostedt, Samtgemeinde Tostedt, Harburg District.
Date 2026
Friday, July 17th to Monday, July 20th, 2026 (4 festival days, 163rd edition).
Admission
Festival grounds free entry, evening dances with a small admission fee.
Organizer
Tostedt Shooting Club of 1854 e.V.
Program Highlights
King's Shoot, Grand Tattoo (Großer Zapfenstreich), Parade, King's Ball, Family Day, Morning Pint (Frühschoppen), Fireworks on Monday, Proclamation.
Getting There
By car via A1 exit Tostedt. Train: metronom Hamburg-Tostedt-Bremen.
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