Sommerumzug KV Rot-Gold Schmetterlinge Ehlenz
55th Anniversary Parade of the Rot-Gold Schmetterlinge with Forest Stage Party in the Südeifel
About Sommerumzug Ehlenz
The Sommerumzug (summer parade) of the KV Rot-Gold Schmetterlinge Ehlenz celebrates its 55th anniversary in 2026. In the heart of the Südeifel, the tranquil village of Ehlenz transforms into a colorful carnival stronghold one June evening as the traditional club kicks off its summer parade. Precisely at 6:11 PM, the procession of carnival floats, walking groups, music bands, and costumed participants from all over the Eifel region begins.
Following the parade, the atmosphere shifts to the Waldbühne (Forest Stage) Ehlenz, where a grand after-show party with live music continues into the night. Food and drinks are available on-site – a social highlight for the Bitburg region.
55 Years of Carnival Tradition in the Middle of Summer
The carnival club Rot-Gold Schmetterlinge Ehlenz upholds a special Eifel tradition: summer carnival. While most carnival clubs concentrate their activities between November 11th and Ash Wednesday, the club from the 400-inhabitant village near Bitburg maintains a remarkable summer tradition. With its 55th anniversary parade on June 13, 2026, this unique form of Eifel Fastnacht (carnival) reaches another milestone.
Colorful Procession Through the Village Center
Starting at 6:11 PM – a time reminiscent of the carnival magic of eleven – the procession sets off from the community center and winds its way through the main street of Ehlenz. Several dozen entries from carnival clubs of the Bitburger Land collective municipality and neighboring Eifel communities present elaborately designed floats, dance groups, marching bands, and walking groups. Kamelle (sweets), Strüssjer (small bouquets), and little gifts are generously thrown to the roadside, where families, neighbors, and carnival enthusiasts form an aisle.
Forest Stage as a Summer Night's Stage
Immediately after the parade, the Waldbühne Ehlenz transforms into an open-air dance floor. Live bands provide entertainment late into the night, while draft beer, cocktails, and hearty food from the festival catering complete the evening. The blend of carnival merriment and summer festival atmosphere makes this event in the Eifel unique.
A Club with Eifel Roots
The KV Rot-Gold Schmetterlinge was founded in 1971 in Ehlenz and is now a fixture in the Rhineland-Palatinate carnival scene. The club colors, red and gold, adorn uniforms, hats, and floats, while the butterfly, as the heraldic animal, symbolizes joy of life and transformation. Over the decades, the Sommerumzug has developed into a regional attraction that draws visitors far beyond the village borders.
Sommerumzug Ehlenz — edition 2026
The 55th anniversary of the KV Rot-Gold Schmetterlinge Ehlenz promises a particularly elaborate summer parade in 2026. With floats, dance groups, and walking groups from all over the Südeifel, the procession will wind its way through the village center starting at 6:11 PM. Afterwards, the Waldbühne will transform into a festival ground with live music, catering, and exuberant atmosphere late into the summer night. A must-attend event for carnival fans in the Bitburg-Prüm district of the Eifel.
Program Highlights 2026
The detailed program for the anniversary parade will be published by the organizer in Spring 2026. The schedule follows the proven structure of previous years:
- 5:30 PM – Assembly of parade entries in the village center
- 6:11 PM – Official start of the procession with a welcome by the presidium
- approx. 7:30 PM – End of the parade at the Waldbühne
- from 8:00 PM – Opening of the after-show party with live bands
- until 2:00 AM – Dancing, snacks, and cocktails
Special guests from friendly carnival clubs in the Eifel are announced for the anniversary.
Programme Sommerumzug Ehlenz 2026
Schedule for the 55th Anniversary Parade
The complete 2026 program will be published by the organizer in Spring. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- 5:30 PM – Parade assembly in the village center of Ehlenz
- 6:11 PM – Start of the summer parade with a welcome by the president and session president
- 6:30–7:30 PM – Parade route through the main street with carnival floats, dance groups, marching bands, and walking groups from the Südeifel
- from 7:30 PM – End of the parade at the festival grounds Waldbühne, catering begins
- 8:00 PM – Start of the live program on the Waldbühne with regional bands
- 10:00 PM – Anniversary honors and handover to the evening's main act
- until approx. 2:00 AM – Dancing, DJ set, and a relaxed conclusion
Program subject to change. For current information, contact the organizer at 0175 4485206.
Highlights Sommerumzug Ehlenz 2026
- 55th anniversary edition of the Sommerumzug
- Carnival floats and walking groups from the entire Südeifel region
- Start precisely at 6:11 PM in the village center
- Grand after-show party on the Waldbühne
- Live bands and catering until late into the night
- Family-friendly atmosphere with Kamelle for the children
Prices Sommerumzug Ehlenz 2026
Access to the parade along the route is free. A moderate admission fee will be charged for the after-show party on the Waldbühne – details will be communicated by the organizer in due course.
Practical information — Sommerumzug Ehlenz
Date & Location
- Sommerumzug: Saturday, June 13, 2026, assembly from 5:30 PM, start 6:11 PM
- Parade start: Village center Ehlenz, near the community center
- After-Party: Waldbühne Ehlenz, following the parade until approx. 2:00 AM
Getting There
- By car: A60 exit Bitburg, then L9 towards Ehlenz, approx. 10 km
- Parking spaces designated on the outskirts of the village
- Public transport is limited in the evening – carpooling recommended
Admission
- Parade: Free to access along the route
- Waldbühne Party: Admission fee on-site, details from the organizer
Contact
- Phone: 0175 4485206
- Web: eifel-direkt.de/events/sommerumzug
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