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July 2025's Lichtenfels Folkfest: An extravaganza catering to everyone, young and old.

Lichtenfels Shooting and Folk Fair 2025 Features Vibrant Entertainment Including Musical Performances, Parades, and Special Occasions

Lichtenfels Folk Festival in July 2025: A grand event for everyone, young and old.
Lichtenfels Folk Festival in July 2025: A grand event for everyone, young and old.

July 2025's Lichtenfels Folkfest: An extravaganza catering to everyone, young and old.

The much-anticipated Lichtenfels Shooting and Folk Festival is set to return from July 11 to 20, 2025. This year's event promises a diverse program filled with music, parades, shooting competitions, and special events for all ages.

The festival will kick off on July 11 with a concert by the Islinger Musikanten at 6:30 PM, followed by the official beer tapping ceremony. The opening ceremony will include a grand firework display in collaboration with Radio 1, setting the stage for an unforgettable festival experience.

Family Day on Tuesday, July 15, offers discounted fares from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. In addition, a free children's magic show featuring magician Markus will take place at the beer garden at 3:30 PM.

Music enthusiasts can look forward to live concerts from various bands, including the Blaskapelle Meeder on the afternoon of July 13, the Kelbachtaler Blasmusik on the evening of July 13, and the Leuchsentaler Blasmusik Mistelfeld on Monday, July 14, in the shooting garden.

For those interested in cultural events, the festival will showcase local traditions and crafts. The Blaskapelle Gereuth will perform from 2:00 to 4:30 PM on July 12, followed by the Blaskapelle Schwürbitz from 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

The festival will also feature fairground rides and magic shows as part of the attractions. A highlight will be the great shooting festival parade on Sunday, July 13, beginning at 10:30 AM, followed by the official opening of the shooting festival in the town hall.

On Thursday, July 17, a children's parade takes place at 1:45 PM, followed by festival games and entertainment programs. The afternoon of July 13 will also see a breakfast concert with the Blasorchester Hochstadt - Marktzeuln from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

With its combination of shooting competitions, folk music, parades, carnival rides, and family-friendly events, the Lichtenfels Shooting and Folk Festival is a must-visit for locals and tourists alike. For the most up-to-date schedule, including exact times for parades, concerts, and children's programming, it is recommended to check the Lichtenfels town or festival official website closer to the event dates.

  1. To complement the music and parades, the festival will showcase a variety of lifestyle exhibitions, featuring fashion-and-beauty trends, food-and-drink tastings, and home-and-garden ideas at designated booths throughout the event.
  2. As the festival offers entertainment for all ages and interests, it also includes special relationship advice sessions with renowned relationship experts, providing valuable insights for attendees.
  3. In addition, for those seeking travel adventures, travel agencies will be available to offer advice and packages for exciting trip destinations, helping festival-goers plan their next vacation and broaden their horizons.

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