Going out for free in Bremen

🧨 Bremen offers fantastic things to do. When there's still a month left over at the end of the month, it can sometimes be difficult to find a good activity to spend your free time doing. Fortunately, you are a Bremen resident or guest and are therefore spoiled for choice rather than having too few options. In this blog article, we'll show you some events, to-do's & pastimes that are completely free for you.

💰 Bremen is known for its lively cultural scene and offers numerous events that do not cost admission. From open-air festivals to art exhibitions and concerts - the choice is huge. One highlight, for example, is the Breminale, an annual cultural festival along the Weser that attracts visitors with live music, theater and culinary delights. The Bremen Carnival is also a spectacle not to be missed: Colorful costumes, rousing rhythms and an exuberant atmosphere await you here.

For nature lovers, Bremen offers numerous parks and green spaces that invite you to linger. Bürgerpark, one of the largest inner-city parks in Germany, is ideal for walks, picnics or sporting activities. In the Rhododendron Park, you can discover an impressive variety of plants and unwind. And the best thing about it: Free admission! Ps: Did you know that Bremen is the greenest city in Germany? 🍀

🎨 Art and culture enthusiasts also get their money's worth in Bremen. Many museums offer Free admission or special offers on certain days. There are also numerous public works of art and sculptures that you can discover on a walk through the city.

Of course, Rausgegangen always has the latest tips for free events in Bremen. With our app and on the website, you can search specifically for events that don't cost admission and put together your own personal program. Whether you want to do something spontaneous or plan your stay in Bremen - we have the right recommendations for you. 📱

So, what are you waiting for? Let our tips inspire you and discover Bremen for free.

First and foremost, I would like to introduce you to this link here 👈. Click on this magical & underlined word to find all "Free admission" events in Bremen. From there you can limit the search to your favorite category or just scroll until something catches your eye. Have fun & don't hurt yourself.

Free & outdoors in Bremen

🌳Thanks to the beautiful spots that Bremen has to offer and the carefully maintained grounds in Bürgerpark, Rhododendronpark or around the Werdersee lake, you're sure to quickly find something to do here if you have a creative mind. ☘🌻

Public Space

Bürgerpark

Bürgerpark
© Janis Meyer
None
28 Bremen

The Bürgerpark is Bremen's green oasis and offers plenty of space for free fun. In addition to numerous playgrounds, there are also five table tennis tables and a small animal park where you can see Bremen's cutest four- and two-legged friends. What's more, Bürgerpark is always good for a surprise, with secret paths and corners you've never seen before 🐷

Other

Rhododendronpark

Rhododendronpark
© Janis Meyer
Deliusweg 40
28359 Bremen

There is always something free to do for the little ones in the beautiful Rhododendron Park in Bremen. Here you will find the adventure playground, which invites you to play and linger, especially in the spring months. For the slightly older ones, the park naturally offers a breathtaking backdrop for strolling and enjoying during the rhododendron season. Highlight: The Botanika is located in the middle of the park and is always worth a visit.🌺

Public Space

Werdersee

Werdersee
© Janis Meyer
None
28 Bremen

In summer, the Werdersee invites you to swim, splash around and have fun in the cool water. But you'll always find plenty to do here in all other months too. There are playgrounds, running paths, beautiful views & a green atmosphere. Spectacular: In summer, you can often spot people on slacklines above the water and watch them pursue their breathtaking hobby. 🤸‍♀️

Überseestadt: Industrie, Speicher, Hafen, Wohnungen - Entdeckerspaziergang mit deinem Smartphone

Überseestadt: Industrie, Speicher, Hafen, Wohnungen - Entdeckerspaziergang mit deinem Smartphone
© lialo.com
Di, 31.12.2024 00:00
Free admission

You can visit this event 24/7, 365 days a year. Your smartphone becomes an interactive tour guide. Walk through Überseestadt to the historic city center of Bremen and discover Bremen as you have never seen it before.

Festivals for free in Bremen

Bremen really does offer a remarkable variety of free festivals. So all Bremen residents are always provided with the best entertainment throughout the beautiful summer months. Here you will find a selection of the coolest festivals.
You can find more information in our blog article on festivals in Bremen.

Breminale

Breminale
© Hanny Naibaho via Unsplash
Mi, 09.07.2025 12:00
Free admission

The flagship of Bremen's music and art scene. This summer, you can enjoy the experiences you'll think back to romantically when the weather gets worse again. Along the entire Osterdeich & with a picturesque view of the Weserstadion and the Weser, you can expect a colorful program, lots of music & simply a great time! 🌲

Das 15. Überseefestival

Das 15. Überseefestival
© Unsplash: Levi Guzman
Fr, 29.08.2025 00:00
Free admission

One of Bremen's most important Umsonst & Draußen events. This summer you can once again listen to the finest music over 2 days - for free & on 3 stages. All in all, that's a lot of great music for very little money. 😏

Regularly free of charge in Bremen

Some locations open their doors on certain days of the week, month or year for anyone who wants to come. And all for free. So make a note of these dates in your calendar and make the most of the free offers in Bremen.

Museum

Gerhard-Marcks-Haus

Gerhard-Marcks-Haus
© Jessica Pamp via Unsplash
Am Wall 208
28195 Bremen

Do you like art or haven't been to a museum for a long time? Then all you have to do is wait until the first Thursday of next month and you can visit the Gerhard Marcks Haus for free. Free admission applies here! 😍

Venue

MS Aventura

MS Aventura
© Aventura
Schlachte Anleger 5
28195 Bremen

The event ship in the middle of the Weser regularly hosts free concerts. So if you have nothing planned for next Tuesday, like music & are open to experiencing something new - then this is the right place for you. It actually always starts at 7 pm. But you can find out more by clicking on the location. 🛥

Restaurant

Schirrmann´s Bremen

Schirrmann´s Bremen
© Schirrmann´s
Kalkstraße 6
28195 Bremen

Free of charge for bouncers under the age of 18 in Bremen

Not being 18 can sometimes be really annoying. You can't go to all the parties or do whatever you want - but being under 18 also has its advantages. You can visit the coolest museums in the city, get to know and enjoy their art without having to pay a penny. Free admission if you're under 18 years old. 👇💜

Museum

Hafenmuseum Bremen

Hafenmuseum Bremen
© Hafenmuseum Bremen
Am Speicher XI 1
28217 Bremen

Thanks to the help of Sparkasse Bremen, you can enjoy the permanent and special exhibitions here for free until you are 18. Learn about Bremen's port history - with your head and your hands.

Museum

Kunsthalle Bremen

Kunsthalle Bremen
© Kunsthalle Bremen, Foto: Michael Gielen
Am Wall 207
28195 Bremen

The Kunsthalle Bremen regularly impresses with special exhibitions that are thought-provoking, fascinating or simply interesting to look at. Don't forget your passport or another form of ID & then have fun in the art paradise.

Museum

Paula Modersohn-Becker Museum

Paula Modersohn-Becker Museum
© Besucher:innen vor dem "Selbstbildnis am 6. Hochzeitstag" von Paula Modersohn Becker / © Foto: Patric Leo
Böttcherstraße 6
28195 Bremen

Take a relaxed stroll from the historic city center, the town hall & Domshof, towards Böttcherstraße and visit its museums. Enjoy the exhibitions on site. Caution: closed on Mondays. 🐚

MORE free events in Bremen?

And if you still haven't found anything here, then you should download our app as soon as possible. Here you'll find even more free events and happenings in Bremen.

Of course, we also hope that you enjoyed our little compilation of free things to do in Bremen & that you now feel inspired to put on your shoes and go out. 😍

Frequently asked questions

Here we answer the most frequently asked questions on the subject of "free of charge in Bremen". If anything remains unclear, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. The best way is via Instagram.

Where can I find free events in Bremen?

Right here with us. On Rausgegangen.de and in the app , you'll find the best events and happenings for Bremen and the surrounding area every day. And with the search function, you can easily filter for happenings that don't cost admission. Zack! A whole selection of free events ready to be visited by you.

What free events are there in Bremen at the weekend?

If you can't find an event for this weekend in this blog entry, then go to our website or open our app and click on the "Free admission" slider in our event search. You will now see all the free events for the coming days. Now scroll down to the appropriate weekend and find your next event! Have fun.

Are there free concerts in Bremen?

But of course. In Bremen, you can regularly enjoy great live music for absolutely free. In addition to numerous other offers, you can, for example, take advantage of the Markthalle Acht offer and attend a new live performance every Thursday evening. Or you can simply take part in a Lottery for your favorite artist and, with a little luck, win a free concert ticket.

Are museums in Bremen free of charge?

Yes and no - I mean yes and no. In Bremen, a lot of museums are free if you are under 18. Everyone else has to wait for special occasions. For example, some museums offer Free admission on the first Thursday of the month. You can find all the information here in the blog, at and on the website or most easily in your pocket with our Rausgegangen app.

What free activities are there for children in Bremen?

There is a considerable selection of things to do here for free. In addition to numerous adventure playgrounds in the Rhododendron or Bürgerpark , OpusEinhundert and Schwankhalle regularly offer theater and dance events for the whole family. My personal favorite: watching donkeys in the small animal park in Bürgerpark.

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