What's happening in August 2025? - Events in the Ruhr region
Summer is in full swing ☀️
And the Pott continues to show its most charming side in August 2025: there are flea markets, open airs, concerts, festivals and other nice events everywhere. People sit on the streets with fun drinks in their hands and the sun on their faces. August is simply a vibe - Dortmund, Bochum, Duisburg, Essen and co. are colorful and lively, a real meeting pot of cultures, sounds and good vibes.
We have of course summarized for you which events you should not miss in the Ruhr area in August 2025! 🤝
And if the asphalt is shimmering again in your city, then take a look at our blog on the natural outdoor pools in the Pott! 💦
Duisburger Weinfest
Because nothing screams summer more than wine, good vibes and evenings under fairy lights. 🍷✨
Wilhelmine @ Indie Radar Ruhr Open Airs 2025
Grew up between punk and circus, today the voice of a generation that says: Be who you are. ✨
Drei Tage Sommerfest am Kumpeltreff
The summer festival is just the right mix of jumble sale fun, good music and cold drinks in the shade. Ruhrpott idyll at its best!
HOUSEELUJAH OPEN AIRPORT 2025 Part II
Day rave with a view of the runway? Yes please. ✈️🔥
ruhrPRIDE
Kennedyplatz is being queerified 💥 Come by, be loud, be proud - ruhrPRIDE is calling!
25 Jahre SIDO - Die Jubiläumstour | Dortmund - Zusatzshow
25 years of Sido - from Mask to Major Moves. If you want to know what German rap feels like when it makes history: You better be there. 🔥🎤
STAPELTOR - project duisburg (rave)
The 19th round in the Stapeltor living room - full power, nice music and fresh highlights await you.
MÜLHEIM SUMMER OPEN AIR
David Puentez makes electronic beats shake, Ray Dalton gives you goosebumps with soul and pop. Two days full of music, good vibes and summer feeling in MüGa Park.
4. Essener Straßenkunstfestival
International artists, hands-on activities and family fun transform the city center into a lively stage full of acrobatics, juggling and comedy. Art and good humor to join in!
Geheimkonzert Essen | SUMMER OPEN AIR EDITION ☀️ by Rausgegangen
Essen's most secret open air: new sounds, summer vibes and a chilled atmosphere provide goosebump moments at Zeche Carl. 💜
Blueprint Comedy - Lachen & Wein | Gelsenkirchen (bei gutem Wetter OPEN AIR)
This is where real stand-up meets summer vibes and good drinks - comedy to switch off and party. Simply a really good mix for a Thursday evening!
CSD Dortmund
Dortmund shows its colors - and marches through the district with glitter boots for a more tolerant society! 🏳️🌈 We love.
Circus Sessions im Revier
Circus art that can do more than just amaze: this is where urban sports 🏃♂️ meets acrobatics, theater and poetry - fresh, full of energy and with a lot of heart 💥
Stadtjubiläum 2025 - Gelsenkirchen wird 150
Gelsenkirchen turns 150! 🎉 Four days of celebrations with Juli, DJ Moguai, children's program, funfair and sandy beach - something for everyone! 🌟
Wilde Herzen • Die Indie Pop Party mit deutschen Texten
Dortmund is getting loud! 🔥 Wild vibes, rousing beats and songs that you don't just listen to, but sing along to with all your might
FIVE CHEFS GARDEN FESTIVAL
When top chefs cook together, fine drinks flow and relaxed beats play, eating becomes an experience for all the senses. This is what fine dining in the open air feels like!
eXhibition 2025
The eXhibition in the Pelmke brings art to life 🎨✨ - interactive, diverse and full of creative energy from Hagen!
Polaar Open Air
Techno in the historic courtyard of Haus Witten - a unique location for all those who appreciate good music and special places. An event to remember! ✨
Ruhrperle Sommer Edition - Kunst, Design und DIY Markt
Ruhperle Summer Edition is the perfect mix of creativity, good vibes and fun for the whole family - a cool spot to discover new things and relax and enjoy!
BANFF CENTRE - Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2025
Sit back and relax in an armchair and still feel the adrenaline of ultra-marathons, climbing adventures and sustainable freeriding - the Banff Mountain Film Tour brings these stories directly to you. Adventure and impressive images that will stay with you for a long time. 🎬
Frequently asked questions about events in August 2025 in the Ruhr region:
1. are there any smaller, special events in the Ruhr area in August 2025 that are off the beaten track?
Of course! Check out the FIVE CHEFS Garden Festival - fine dining meets beats. Or at Blueprint Comedy & Cocktails - really good stand-up comedy with drinks in a cool bar atmosphere. The eXhibition in Hagen is also something for you if you want to experience art in a different way.
2. crap, it's raining! Where can I still go in the Ruhr area in August?
Even if it's raining - there are plenty of cool indoor spots in the Ruhr region: Exhibitions at the Dortmunder U or the Kultur- und StadthistorischesMuseum in Duisburg will make your creative side glow. Or make yourself comfortable at an event at the Planetarium Bochum or the Lichtburg in Essen. Incidentally, many cinemas also show films with a festival vibe in summer - just dry and with popcorn. Win-win!
3. are there also free events in the Ruhr area in August 2025?
But so much more! Many events are free - for example the summer festival at the Kumpeltreff in Bochum, ruhrPRIDE, the CSD Dortmund or the street art festival in Essen. The Gelsenkirchen city anniversary also offers four days of partying for free. Just come along, join the party and have fun. By the way, did you know that you can also search for free events in the Rausgegangen app or on the website using our filter? 🤗
So, is there something for you? 👀 You can find even more events in August as always in the free Rausgegangen app or on our website. Happy going out!
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