Posavje Quintain (Štehvanje)Posavsko štehvanje

Posavsko štehvanje is an annual traditional equestrian games festival held in Savlje (Ljubljana) where unmarried men on horseback attempt to strike a wooden wine barrel ('štehvan') with iron batons. The winner is crowned 'stehvovec' (quintain rider). The 71st edition took place June 21, 2025, featuring a parade and competitions 1 2. The event also includes folk music, dances, and displays of hay-making traditions.

Originating from old knightly tournaments, štehvanje has been practiced for over a century in Ljubljana’s Posavje district. It is organized by the Savlje-Kleče-Bežigrad Farmers’ Union (KSSSKZ) and symbolizes agricultural heritage and local identity in the Savlje area. The event emphasizes rural traditions of the region with horse procession, folk costumes, and community participation 1.