Cattle Drive Wildemann 2026

The wake-up call takes place at 7:00 AM with shepherd signals from the Harz shepherds and with whip crackers, preparing the festively decorated cow herd, known as the "Ladies' Orchestra," for the drive-out with a ceremonial parade. Program: 7:00 AM: Wake-up call with the shepherd signal 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Preparation for the drive-out (admiring the decorated animals on the mountain pasture at Schwarzewald) 10:15 AM: Parade of the "Wildemanner Ladies' Orchestra," shepherds, basket women, and whip crackers 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM: Arrival of the festive parade at the mining farm "Klein Tirol," followed by the appointment of the municipal cow shepherd, entertainment program at the festival site: colorful stalls, Harz traditional groups, and live music 12:30 PM: Devotion from 8:00 PM: Disco in the festival tent "Cow Ball Party" with DJ