Großes Volks- und Schützenfest Holzminden
Four days of tradition, party fun, and music at the biennial Schützenfest
About Schützenfest Holzminden
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Every two years, the people of Holzminden celebrate their Großes Volks- und Schützenfest, one of the defining events of the district town in the Weserbergland. In 2026, the festival tent on the Steinbreite festival grounds will open its doors from August 22 to 25 for four days of customs and festive joy.
Hollorca meets Schützenfest on Friday
On Friday, August 22, the festival week kicks off with the Hollorca evening, bringing Mallorca party atmosphere to Holzminden's summer festivities. On stage will be Anna-Maria Zimmermann, Norman Langen, and Olaf Henning. DJ Sonoro will accompany the evening with Schlager classics and current party hits.
Traditions on the Weekend
Saturday and Sunday are dedicated to classic shooting club traditions. The Grünholen, where the marksmen ceremonially fetch greenery for the festival decoration, opens the ceremonies. This is followed by the flag throws at Haarmannplatz, where clubs introduce themselves, and the storming of the barricades in Wallstraße. The royal proclamation and the subsequent marksmen's proclamation form the ceremonial core, naming the new dignitaries of the club.
Frühschoppen and Show Program on Monday
On Monday, August 25, the program begins at 9:00 AM with the traditional Frühschoppen in the festival tent. At 12:30 PM, the Wolfgang Petry double show follows, electrifying the tent with classics like 'Wahnsinn' and 'Verlieben, verloren'.
Festival Grounds with Rides
Throughout the four days, the Steinbreite festival grounds transform into a funfair with carousels, amusement rides, food, and drink stalls. The Schützenfest thus combines club tradition with the character of a classic North German fairground.
Schützenfest Holzminden — edition 2026
As a biennial event, the 2026 edition is eagerly anticipated. The Holzmindener Schützengesellschaft has combined the festival program in its proven form with traditional shooting club customs and a popular stage program. The festival grounds, Haarmannplatz, and Wallstraße are the main venues.
Programme Schützenfest Holzminden 2026
Friday, 22.08.2026 — Hollorca meets Schützenfest
- Evening event in the festival tent
- Live performances: Anna-Maria Zimmermann, Norman Langen, Olaf Henning
- DJ Sonoro with Schlager and party music
Saturday, 23.08.2026
- Grünholen — ceremonial fetching of greenery
- Flag throws at Haarmannplatz
- Parade through the city center
- Evening program in the festival tent
Sunday, 24.08.2026
- Storming of the barricades in Wallstraße
- Royal proclamation
- Marksmen's proclamation of the new dignitaries
Monday, 25.08.2026
- 9:00 AM: Frühschoppen in the festival tent
- 12:30 PM: Wolfgang Petry double show
- Festival conclusion in the afternoon
Accompanying events
- Carousels and rides on the Steinbreite festival grounds
- Food and drink stalls
Highlights Schützenfest Holzminden 2026
- Hollorca evening with Anna-Maria Zimmermann, Norman Langen, and Olaf Henning
- Traditional Grünholen, flag throws, and storming of the barricades
- Royal proclamation of the Schützengesellschaft
- Wolfgang Petry double show during the Frühschoppen on Monday
- Steinbreite festival grounds with carousels and rides
Prices Schützenfest Holzminden 2026
Practical information — Schützenfest Holzminden
Venue
Festplatz Steinbreite, 37603 Holzminden. Other locations: Haarmannplatz, Wallstraße (city area).
Getting There
- Car: B83 / B64 to Holzminden, signposted parking areas
- Train: Holzminden station, short walk to the city center
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Individual carousels and rides are subject to a charge.
Program Overview
- Friday, 22.08.: Hollorca evening with live acts
- Saturday, 23.08.: Grünholen, flag throws, parade
- Sunday, 24.08.: Storming of the barricades, royal proclamation
- Monday, 25.08.: Frühschoppen 9:00 AM, Wolfgang Petry Double 12:30 PM
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