Zerbst/Anhalt – Zerbster Heimat- und Schützenfest 2027

Zerbster Heimat- und Schützenfest 2027 is expected to be held from 30 July to 9 August 2027 at the fairground by the Schlossgarten. The town has so far officially published only the 2026 edition; the dates are therefore provisional.

Zerbster Heimat- und Schützenfest 2027: provisional date

The official town website currently documents the Heimat- und Schützenfest from 31 July to 10 August 2026. Based on the recurring schedule from Friday to the Monday of the following week, it is expected to run from 30 July to 9 August in 2027. No specific date confirmation from the town is available yet, so this listing should be treated as a preview. The calendar will be updated as soon as the town announces the 2027 festival year. The festival usually lasts longer than many other fairs in Saxony-Anhalt.

Fairground in Zerbst Schlossgarten

The fairground is on the Festwiese by the Schlossgarten. Rides and game stalls are alongside the festival tent, beer gardens and other offerings. Some programme events also take place in the town and at other venues. The Schlossgarten is therefore a useful central landmark when planning your journey. The exact layout of the rides and stalls for 2027 has not yet been confirmed. The specific site layout is decided for each new edition.

Zerbster Heimat- und Schützenfest 2027: rides

The town's description of 2026 specifically mentions a fairground with rides and game stalls for families. It also featured catering businesses and a varied entertainment programme. This does not tell us which individual attractions will take part in 2027. We therefore do not name any showmen as confirmed. Once an up-to-date line-up of rides is published, the relevant rides and operator profiles can be added. This keeps the information reliable for funfair fans.

Marksmen's tradition and horse market lottery

The Zerbst Marksmen's Guild contributes to the special character of the Heimatfest through its activities. The association dates back to 1397, which should not be confused with the founding year of today's fair. In 2026, the programme included prize shooting, a horse market lottery and an opening procession. There were also dressage and show-jumping competitions. It has not yet been announced whether the competitions will have the same scope and dates in 2027.

Fairground admission and opening times

Admission to the fairground was generally free in 2026. Rides, food and drink, or individual special events may incur charges. Provisional opening times, as of 2026: the fairground opened from 18 on the first Friday, mostly from 14 on Saturdays and from 12 on Sundays. Other days usually started in the afternoon, with varying closing times. The official previous-year opening times are recorded in the MEC schedule based on the weekday pattern for 2027. They are not a new commitment from the town.

Fireworks, music and family days

The last published festival programme featured music evenings, a ceremonial opening and two fireworks displays. There were also family days with reduced ride prices and activities for children. This is part of the special mix of a traditional funfair and a club festival. However, the programme days for 2026 cannot automatically be assumed to apply to 2027. The specific dates for the opening procession, fireworks and discounts are therefore still to be confirmed. The town usually publishes the updated daily programme before the event.

Getting there and visitor tips

The Festwiese is by the Schlossgarten in Zerbst/Anhalt. When visitor numbers are high, access roads and parking around the fairground may be restricted. Check the designated parking areas before your visit. Visitors from Dessau, Magdeburg and the surrounding area may also find it convenient to travel by train and local public transport. If you want to see the equestrian competitions or marksmen's events, you may need to allow for additional venues. The featured image is an illustrative image, not a photograph of the event.

You can find current information on the official information page. Also discover more funfair dates and fairs in Germany.