When does the St. Martin's Play take place?

The St. Martin's Play takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Entry begins at 4:45 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The venue is the open-air stage Wattenscheid at Parkstraße 50 in 44866 Bochum.

How much does admission cost?

Admission costs 1.50 Euro for adults and 1 Euro for children.

What can families expect after the Martin's Play?

After the Martin's Play and the Martin's fire, a procession with a horse and brass band leads through the city center of Wattenscheid to the propstei church.

Is there food available on site?

At the propstei church, fruit punch, mulled wine, and bratwurst are offered. Pretzels cost 2.50 Euros.

What age is the St. Martin's Play suitable for?

The event is aimed at families with children and conveys the story of Martin in a child-friendly way through drama, music, lanterns, and shared experiences.

St. Martin's Play for Children

Name: St. Martin's Play
Start: 2026-11-07T17:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-07T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Freilichtbühne Wattenscheid

A Glowing Family Experience at the St. Martin's Play in Wattenscheid

When dusk falls over Wattenscheid, the open-air stage becomes a joyful meeting point for families. At the St. Martin's Play, children and adults experience the well-known story of St. Martin, who shares his cloak with a freezing person. Children's laughter, lantern light, and communal singing turn the evening into a special shared time.

The Story of Martin Comes to Life

The Martin's Play is prepared by the altar server community of the parish and the local team at St. Gertrud. The child-friendly presentation conveys values such as sharing, compassion, and willingness to help. Children gain a vivid learning experience that connects religious tradition with social learning.

Lanterns, Martin's Fire, and Communal Singing

After the play, the firefighting unit Wattenscheid-Mitte together with its youth fire brigade lights the Martin's fire. The warm light, the glowing lanterns, and the familiar Martin's songs create a festive atmosphere. Afterwards, the Martin's procession with a horse and the Günnigfeld brass band travels through the city center of Wattenscheid to the propstei church.

A Family-Friendly Conclusion in the City Center

At the propstei church St. Gertrud, the family festival concludes with fruit punch, mulled wine, and bratwurst. A pretzel provides a hearty snack. The proceeds from the event support charitable purposes and youth work, adding an additional social significance to the family experience.

Well Prepared for a Safe Evening

The Martin's fire is managed by the firefighting unit Wattenscheid-Mitte and its youth fire brigade. Families thus experience an organized event with special attention to safety around the fire and the subsequent procession. Warm clothing, sturdy footwear, and a well-visible lantern are ideal for the evening outdoors.

Conclusion: The St. Martin's Play combines child-friendly theater, fun learning, music, and an atmospheric lantern procession. Families experience a valuable tradition that makes sharing and community tangible. Those wishing to see children's eyes shine at the Martin's fire should experience this special evening live in Wattenscheid.