One of the largest Schützenfeste in the Emsland region — with two royal couples on Ascension Day weekend
The St. Johannes Schützenverein Spelle e.V. is among the largest and most active shooting clubs in southern Emsland. With numerous members, a broadly structured club organization, and a rich club life, the association significantly shapes Spelle's village events.
The club bears the name of Saint John — usually John the Baptist or John the Evangelist. Both are widely spread patron saints in the Catholic shooting tradition, and the patron saint's festival is a fixed part of the program.
The festival traditionally takes place on the Ascension Day weekend — thus from Wednesday, May 13th, to Friday, May 15th, 2026. With the public holiday on Thursday, the extended weekend provides the framework for a packed festival program.
The Spelle shooters have the unique tradition of having two royal couples: a senior royal couple and a junior royal couple. This constellation is not found in all clubs — it connects the older generation of shooters with the young members and ensures a special club dynamic.
Both royal couples were newly proclaimed in the 2026 shoots and represent the club for the current club year.
Spelle is one of the largest municipalities in southern Emsland and has a particularly pronounced Schützenfest culture. The annual Schützenfest of the St. Johannes club is the highlight of the club year and a social event of great importance for the entire community.
The 2026 edition continues the tradition of one of Spelle's largest shooting clubs. With two royal couples and a packed festival program, the event is one of the highlights of the southern Emsland shooting season.
The exact program for 2026 will be published by the club in advance. The structure follows the proven cornerstones of previous years:
Festival grounds Spelle.
Wednesday, May 13 — Friday, May 15, 2026 (Ascension Day weekend).
Admission to the festival grounds is usually free; the royal ball and dance evenings may have an entrance fee.
St. Johannes Schützenverein Spelle e.V., schuetzenverein-spelle.de.
Spelle is located in southern Emsland; travel by car.
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