Schützenfest St. Hubertus Holthausen-Biene

St. Hubertus Holthausen Marksmen's Association

The St. Hubertus Holthausen Marksmen's Association e.V. bears the name of the patron saint of hunters and marksmen, thus standing in the Catholic marksmen's tradition widespread in the Emsland region. Holthausen is a district of Lingen that has retained its village identity despite incorporation — and the marksmen's association is one of the central pillars of this identity.

Music Association Holthausen/Biene

A special feature of the festival is its accompaniment by the Music Association Holthausen/Biene — a joint association uniting musicians from both districts (Holthausen and Biene). This constellation reflects the close connection between the two Lingen districts, which are geographically close and culturally overlap in many ways.

First May Weekend

The festival takes place on the May weekend — Friday, May 1st (Labour Day, public holiday) and Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. The extended weekend with the public holiday makes it ideal for a concentrated two-day Schützenfest with all important program points.

Classic Festival Sequence

• Friday, May 1st: Festival kickoff, picking up the king, march to the festival grounds, opening evening
• Saturday, May 2nd: Festival service, bird shooting / shooting competitions, king's dinner, parade with the Music Association Holthausen/Biene, proclamation, dance evening

Village Community and Club Life

Like all Schützenfeste, the Holthausen festival is an affair for the entire village community. Members, friendly associations, the parish, the music association, and the neighborhood come together — and organize the festival together. This supportive community makes the festival more than just a club event: it is a piece of living village culture.