Anniversary atmosphere in Wesenberg: Celebrate 100 years of SV Union from July 9th to 12th!

Anniversary atmosphere in Wesenberg: Celebrate 100 years of SV Union from July 9th to 12th!

A very special event is just around the corner in the picturesque small town of Wesenberg: SV Union Wesenberg is celebrating its 100th anniversary! From July 9th to 12th, 2025, the anniversary celebrations will be in full swing and promise a colorful mix of sport and entertainment. As the NNN reports, club life is deeply rooted in German culture, and the SV Union is an example of the tradition of sports clubs that have played an important role in our country since the 19th century.

The kick-off will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 9th at 3 p.m. with a bowling day, followed by a convivial barbecue where music will create a happy atmosphere. On Thursday, July 10th, the boathouse is open day from 3 p.m. - here adults and children can try out water sports by paddling and stand-up paddling (SUP). The official opening of the festive season will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m. and offers a celebratory setting.

A highlight of the anniversary celebration

The “Elephant Race of the Canadians” across the city's stages and waterways will be the real highlight of Thursday. From 6 p.m. eight teams will be at the start, including city representatives from Wesenberg. What's particularly exciting is the fact that 85% of the participants have no rowing experience - the mystery surrounding the field of participants only makes things even more exciting! After the dragon boat race comes the barbecue celebrations, which young and old can enjoy.

Friday, July 11th, is entirely dedicated to children and young people. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. there will be football games and a puppet show, which will end the day with a children's disco. For many of the little guests there is no stopping them on this day! Finally, the festival culminates on Saturday, July 12th, with an official celebration starting at 7 p.m., at which prominent guests from sports and politics are expected. The day begins at 3 p.m. with an anniversary game between the traditional team of 1. SV Union Berlin and SV Union Wesenberg.

The history of the club

SV Union Wesenberg was founded in 1925 and has changed its name several times over the years before finding its current title. The club currently has 467 members and offers a wide range of sports such as football, canoeing, bowling, boxing, athletics and much more. The first beginnings of the club's history go back to when the sports field at Woblitzsee and the first gymnasium were built between 1921 and 1925. However, the gymnasium fell victim to a fire in 1945, which marked another turning point in the club's history.

SV Union Wesenberg's greatest successes include several milestones, such as the first athletics festival in 1927 and the district championship for the first football team in the 1952/53 season. The friendly match against 1. FC Union Berlin in 1977, which took place in front of 1,500 spectators, is particularly memorable.

Club culture as social glue

Sports clubs like SV Union Wesenberg not only play a central role in leisure and health sports, but are also important social institutions. They promote values ​​such as fair play, tolerance and teamwork and integrate people from different age groups and social backgrounds. A report from Kübler Sport highlights how sports clubs create spaces for community and strengthen social interaction - and this is particularly important in these uncertain times.

Preparations for the big anniversary are already in full swing and the anticipation is palpable. If you would like more information about the festivities and the diverse program, you can find it on the club's own website www.union-wesenberg.com.