Wulsdorfer Schützenfest
Traditional festival of the oldest marksmen's club in the south of Bremerhaven
About Wulsdorfer Schützenfest
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Over 160 Years of Marksmen Tradition
When the Wulsdorfer Schützenverein von 1861 calls for the Schützenfest, a tradition with deep roots comes alive in the Wulsdorf district. The club is one of Bremerhaven's largest marksmen's clubs and looks back on over 160 years of history. From May 29th to 31st, 2026, there will once again be three days of celebration, shooting, and crowning — a fixed date in the calendar of southern Bremerhaven.
Competition, Crowning, and Camaraderie
The focus is on the sporting competitions: the Adler shooting for the dignity of King and Queen, and archery. In 2025, Detlef Stürcken and Anke Hasselbring held the royal dignity in the Adler shooting, while Marcus Klönner won in archery. Around the competitions, the festival parade, the crowning of the King and Queen, the Scheibenkönige (target kings), and social gatherings are part of the three-day program. Traditionally, a Katerfrühstück (hangover breakfast) follows — a lovingly maintained custom that rounds off the festive days.
More Than Just a Shooting Competition
The Wulsdorfer Schützenfest is much more than a sporting competition: it is a piece of club and district culture that connects generations. Beyond the festival, the club shapes the entire year with spring and autumn shoots, city championships, and the city king's shoot — the Schützenfest is the social highlight of this annual cycle.
In the Wulsdorf District
The venue is the southern Bremerhaven district of Wulsdorf. The marksmen's club has been anchored here since 1861 and, with its festival, shapes the neighborhood life — tradition and camaraderie in the south of the port city.
Wulsdorfer Schützenfest — edition 2026
From May 29th to 31st, 2026, the Wulsdorfer Schützenverein von 1861 will celebrate its three-day Schützenfest. The program includes Adler and archery shooting, the crowning of the marksmen king and queen, a festival parade, and social gatherings. Traditionally, a Katerfrühstück (hangover breakfast) follows.
Programme Wulsdorfer Schützenfest 2026
May 29th to 31st, 2026 – Wulsdorf Shooting Range (Bremerhaven-Wulsdorf)
The Wulsdorfer Schützenverein von 1861 e.V. – Bremerhaven's largest marksmen's club – celebrates its traditional three-day Schützenfest. Program structure according to established tradition:
Friday, May 29th, 2026 – Opening
- Assembly of marksmen and opening ceremony at the shooting range
- Start of the Adler shooting – competition for the royal dignity
- Opening dance evening in the festival tent with a live band
Saturday, May 30th, 2026 – Competitions & Festival Parade
- Continuation of the royal disciplines: Adler shooting and archery
- Target shooting competitions for individual classes (Scheibenkönige)
- Grand Festival Parade through the Wulsdorf district with marksmen, music bands, and floats
- Evening event in the festival tent with dancing
Sunday, May 31st, 2026 – Royal Proclamation
- Proclamation of the new marksmen majesties: Marksmen King/Queen (Adler shooting), Archery King/Queen, trophy winners
- Handover of the royal chains and award ceremonies
- Social gathering, family day with children's program
Monday (Following Day) – Katerfrühstück
Traditional conclusion on the following day with the Katerfrühstück for active marksmen and markswomen.
The detailed hourly schedule with band lineup and exact parade route will be published by the club shortly before the festival at wulsdorfer-schuetzenverein.de.
Highlights Wulsdorfer Schützenfest 2026
- Three-day traditional festival of Bremerhaven's largest marksmen's club (since 1861)
- Royal disciplines: Adler shooting and archery
- Grand festival parade through Wulsdorf on Saturday with music bands
- Proclamation of the new marksmen majesties on Sunday
- Dance evenings in the festival tent and traditional Katerfrühstück to conclude
Prices Wulsdorfer Schützenfest 2026
Practical information — Wulsdorfer Schützenfest
Getting There
The festival takes place in the Wulsdorf district in the south of Bremerhaven, accessible by bus and train towards Wulsdorf.
Organizer
Wulsdorfer Schützenverein von 1861 e.V., one of Bremerhaven's largest marksmen's clubs.
Note
Three-day Schützenfest with Adler and archery shooting, crowning of the King and Queen, and festival program.
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Where it takes place Wulsdorfer Schützenfest
Schützenanlage Wulsdorf
Wulsdorf, 27572 Bremerhaven