Featured Events

A powerful exhibition experience in the heart of Bochum: Path of Coal connects photography, industrial culture, and Ruhr area history. Free admission until 25.10.2026. #Ruhr area #Bochum

See Bochum anew: Metropolis Wilderness connects photography, urban nature, and industrial culture at Zeche Hannover. Experience the outdoor exhibition now. #Bochum #UrbanNature

A photographic journey through coal, work, and change in Bochum. Khalil Noé Döring shows hidden paths of industry. #IndustrialCulture #Bochum

Industrial history as an artistic experience: In Bochum, photographs of the Bochum Association open up views on work, technology, and memory. Starting from 28.05.2026, free admission. #Bochum #IndustrialCulture

A special art experience in Bochum: Peter Beckmann's graphics tell the story of the telephone at the Telephone Museum. Open on Tuesdays, entry free. #Bochum #Museum

Bochum's flea market invites you to browse, bargain, and discover: hall, outdoor area, vintage, and handmade on 08.08.2026. Free entry. #FleaMarket

Sewing, browsing, and finding at Westfield Ruhr Park: fabrics, patterns, haberdashery. Sunday 08.16.2026, 11 AM–4 PM, free admission. Experience craftsmanship, start projects. Save the date now! #Bochum

Langendreer invites you to browse: private yards, lovingly selected secondhand goods, and genuine community on 09/05/2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM. Free entry. #Bochum #Langendreer

Sustainable fashion, strong industrial backdrop, and relaxed swap atmosphere in Wattenscheid. The free clothing swap party invites browsing, swapping, and falling in love. #Bochum #Sustainable

Fresh coffee, cake, and good conversations at the Gerther Market Square: Coffee at the Booth brings Bochum-Gerthe together. 08.08.2026 from 09:00. #Bochum #Gerthe

Summer cinema in the courtyard of the Privatbrauerei Moritz Fiege: large screen, live program and real open-air atmosphere. 08.08.2026, 13 Euro. #Bochum

A quiet creative morning in Bochum: Crocheting with Margot connects handicrafts, exchange, and sustainability. 10.08.2026, 10 AM, free entry. #Bochum #Sustainability

Bochum rethinks urban climate: The Consultation on the Sponge City addresses water, heat, and future ideas. August 11, 2026, free of charge. #Bochum #Sustainability

A creative upcycling evening in Bochum: At the embroidery workshop, clothing and ideas turn into unique pieces. On August 11, 2026, 4 PM, free of charge. #Bochum #Upcycling

Experience Bochum from its tastiest side: City tour, tastings, currywurst, and Fiege Pils await gourmets. 8.8.2026, €28. #Bochum

Discover Bochum in a different way: The Cabriobus tour connects history, industrial culture, and views. On 08/15/2026 for €24. Book now! #Bochum

Experience Bochum on Segway: Industrial culture, city park, and Bermuda Triangle in one tour. On 16.08.2026 from 10 AM, 276 €. Secure your spot now. #Bochum

Bochum dances into the summer night: BUMAYE brings Afrobeats, Dancehall, and Latin to Prater Nightlife. 8.8.2026 from 10 PM, 15 Euros. #BochumNight

Sunday Milonga at Tango La Boca: traditional tango meets neo vibes, coffee & cake. 09.08.2026, 15:30–20:00, €10. Connect music, closeness, flow – dance now! #TangoBochum

Crange turns into a party night: The Prater Meganight connects fair feeling, club sound and free tickets. Live in Bochum on 08/11/2026. #Crange

Friday dancing with coffee & cake at Tango La Boca Bochum: Standard, Latin, Disco-Fox, relaxed community. 14.08.2026, 14–17 Uhr, Entry 5 €. Experience soothing dance moments. Spread the word! #Bochum

Bochum goes into XXL mode: Saturday Nightlife at Prater delivers beats, light, and club atmosphere late into the night. August 15, 2026 from 10 PM. #BochumNightlife

An evening between performance and digital world: 3DmP at atelier automatique Bochum. 09.08.2026, free admission. Discover now! #Bochum #Theater

A dragon fairy tale full of stage magic awaits Bochum at the salon magician theatre: close, sensual, and surprising. 12.08.2026, 25 euros. #Bochum #Theatre

Sunday Dancers brings Bochum into motion: dance, performance, and industrial charm in the Blower House. On 23.08.2026 at 11:00 AM, visitors will experience a special Sunday format. #Bochum #Dance

Young perspectives meet festival atmosphere in Wonderland Bochum. Triennale Teens Talk on 27.08.2026 at 16:00, free admission. #Ruhrtriennale #Bochum

Acting in theater, feeling presence, improvising together: Just for Fun invites Bochum to a lively workshop. 06.09.2026, 30 Euros. #Theater

Creative, personal, free: At the Senior Office North Bochum, collages and new perspectives on aging are created. Experience it now on 10.08.! #Bochum

An evening for poetry, diversity, and resonance at FLUID Bochum: Queer poetry live, exchange, and strong stage moments on 12.08.2026. #PoetrySlam #Bochum

Literature in conversation instead of alone at the edge of the page: Reading together with vhs Bochum at the Sustainability Center. Free, open, stimulating. #Bochum #Literature

Experience the exciting world of young literature at Spoken Acts in Bochum with readings, performances, and discussions.

A Bochum evening for all who love city history and knowledge: The lecture shows the spectacular move of the University Archive. #Bochum #Archive

Summer, Color, Art: In Bochum, children experience a creative holiday morning with landscape painting and park feeling at the Museum unter Tage. 08/11/2026, 5 euros including materials. Sign up now! #Bochum

Joint storytime at the Gerthe branch library: Picture Book Cinema or Kamishibai for ages 3 and up. 13.08.2026, 4:30 PM, free admission. Learning fun, children's laughter, family experience. Secure your date now! #BochumWithChildren

A lovingly designed reading afternoon for families in Bochum: picture book cinema or Kamishibai, free and child-friendly from age 3. #FamilyTime #Bochum

Figures, masks, and participative fun for the whole family in Bochum: The Summer Puppet Party 2026 invites you to wonder, play, and discover. Free admission! #Bochum

Experience art, wonder, and discover together: The family tour at the Bochum Art Museum brings children and adults together. On 9/6/2026, children free. #FamilyTime

Bochum gets word fire, timing, and live energy: Speak Easy Stage at the Trumpet combines comedy and slam on 13.08.2026. Tickets from €7! #Bochum

An evening to breathe in Bochum: Together Prölken or Knifte alone in front of the phone? brings together fresh air, conversations, and picnic mood. 24.08.2026, free entry. #Bochum

Open mic comedy with cinema charm in Bochum: Punchline brings fresh voices, fast punchlines, and real laughs to the stage. 12.09.2026, 20:00. #Bochum #Comedy

Bochum laughs loudly: Tutty Tran brings Wok-Life-Balance to RuhrCongress. Culture clash, pace, and strong punchlines on 02.10.2026 from 41,95 €. #Comedy

Bochum laughs: Kaya Yanar brings stand-up with pace, charm, and strong punchlines at the RuhrCongress. On October 3, 2026, the evening will be a comedy highlight. #Comedy #Bochum

Visit the Disco Dinos on August 15, 2026, and enjoy an energetic show with a prehistoric theme for the whole family.

Discover the combination of Zumba and HipHop for kids at the Gretzki dance studio in Bochum. Fun and fitness guaranteed!

Experience the colorful family festival at JuMa Steinkuhl with water slide and bouncy castles – ideal for a fun summer afternoon.

Visit the free summer festival in Bochum-Steinkuhl featuring a diverse program for children and families.

Join the free evening tour through the Bochum City Park and discover botany and history in the open air.

Enjoy maritime choral music outdoors on August 15, 2026, in Bochum. Free admission!

Group singing under the summer sky at the Wattenscheid Open-Air Stage. Be part of this unique event!

James Arthur will perform on August 21, 2026, at the Zeltfestival Ruhr in Bochum. Look forward to an unforgettable concert evening.

Bochum sings under the open sky: RUDELSINGEN transforms the Open-Air Stage Wattenscheid into a large choir. 21.08.2026, from 15 €. #Ruhrgebiet #Live

Free concert evening with fresh acts at the Festival Center Wonderland in Bochum: Ruhr Diamonds combines new sounds, Ruhr area vibe, and festival energy. #Bochum

Participation in the free soccer camp at KJFH JUST for children aged 6 to 12. Exciting games and training from August 18 to 20, 2026.

Discover the inclusive sports and play festival in Bochum on August 29, 2026. Sports and fun for all age groups - at no cost!

The Bochum Sports Week offers more than 115 sports activities and concludes with a grand celebration at the Mining Museum.

A free afternoon for senior citizens in Bochum-Gerthe: Self-assertion, civil courage, and community in a calm atmosphere. #Bochum #Seniors

Free Rollator Day in Bochum-Laer: Practical training, advice, and safety for seniors at Lahariplatz. Join now! #Seniors #Bochum

A strong afternoon for Bochum: The Bochum Alzheimer's Day connects knowledge, counseling, and community at KoFabrik. Free and barrier-free. #Bochum #Seniors

Visit the Ruhrtriennale 2026 in Bochum for a unique experience of music, theater, and dance. A festival for culture enthusiasts!

Visit the Tent Festival Ruhr 2026 in Bochum with concerts, art, and gastronomy for the entire family.

Visit the Village Festival Harpen with many attractions from August 21 to 24, 2026. Fun for the whole family in Bochum!

Join the community in Harpen and enjoy four days full of fun, food, and neighborhood activities.

Summer, lake, and festival atmosphere in Bochum: The Tent Festival Ruhr 2026 brings culture, culinary delights, and special evenings by the water. #ZfR2026 #Bochum