Literature & Readings
24 Events in Literature & Readings in Bochum - Inspiring Literature & Readings
Dive into inspiring literature and engaging readings in Bochum.

Langendreer Book Fair in Bochum
8. Nov 20268. November 2026
A literary afternoon for treasure seekers at LutherLAB Bochum: The Langendreer Book Fair lures with used books, atmosphere, and discoveries. 08.11.2026, 11-15 hours, free admission. #BookLove
Märkte
Kostenlos

When the Wooden Shoes Broke, I Went Barefoot
8. Nov 20268. November 2026
Historical testimonies become compelling stage art in the Oval Office: Experience a moving reading on Nazi forced labor in Bochum. #SchauspielhausBochum
Theater

Şeyda Kurt: Time of Monsters
9. Nov 20269. November 2026
An evening for strong texts and clear thoughts: Şeyda Kurt brings Time of Monsters to Bochum. Reading on 09.11.2026, Tickets 12 Euros. #Bochum
Literatur
12,00 €

Dr. Aaron Sahr: Money and Freedom – About Power, Democracy, and the Future of Payments
10. Nov 202610. November 2026
How free is our money anymore? Dr. Aaron Sahr discusses cash, Bitcoin, data, and democratic control in Bochum. An evening for new perspectives. #MoneyAndFreedom
Literatur
5,00 €

Queer Poetry Gala Bochum
11. Nov 202611. November 2026
Spoken word, queer poetry, and strong voices at FLUID Bochum: On 11.11.2026 from 6 PM, an evening full of language, closeness, and community awaits. #QueerPoetry
Literatur
Kostenlos

Lecture: Fritz Husemann - Forward for Freedom and Justice, for Socialism!
11. Nov 202611. November 2026
An evening for history and literature enthusiasts: In the Bochum City Archive, Fritz Husemann's life between the working class, union, and resistance comes alive. 11.11.2026, 7 PM, free admission. #Bochum
Literatur
Kostenlos

A Journey Through Time with Kurt Tucholsky
12. Nov 202612. November 2026
Tucholsky's timeless thoughts meet Robert Stadlober's voice and music: Experience a compelling journey through literature, politics, and humanity in Bochum. #Culture
Literatur

Markus Grabitz: Ferrari and Fiat – Lecture with Discussion
13. Nov 202613. November 2026
Between Ferrari Myth and Fiat Everyday Life: Markus Grabitz analyzes Italy's automotive sector on November 13 in Bochum. Lecture, discussion, and exciting perspectives on Europe's automotive industry. #Bochum
Sonstige Veranstaltungen
8,00 €

hello nobody
13. Nov 202613. November 2026
A red Audi, political abysses, and poetic megalomania: hello nobody celebrates its premiere at the Oval Office Bochum. An unusual theater evening full of wit and contemporary resonance. #Bochum #Theater
Theater

Don't Bend Over! Prison Clichés in Fact-Check
14. Nov 202614. November 2026
A reading and discussion event at Gleis 9 Bochum critically engages with clichés about prisons.
Literatur
€

NOW! A WEEKEND FOR THE CLIMATE – A Conversation about Climate and Health
15. Nov 202615. November 2026
Climate change directly affects our health: A conversation at the Kunstmuseum Bochum invites new perspectives, exchange, and sustainable impulses. #ClimateProtection
Sonstige Veranstaltungen

Prison Letters – A Performance and Letters to Prison
15. Nov 202615. November 2026
Letters from prison, Rosa Luxemburg, and solidarity writing: Prison Letters combines performance and political participation on November 15 in Bochum. #PrisonLetters
Literatur

The Good Soup
15. Nov 202615. November 2026
Cooking, eating, and talking about our future together: The Good Soup invites families to Bochum on November 15. Free admission, registration required. #Bochum
Literatur
Kostenlos

Crime Reading: Mandy Roheger
15. Nov 202615. November 2026
Ruhr area tension live: Mandy Roheger reads from her crime novel at the Langendreer library and makes psychological abysses audible. #CrimeReading
Literatur

At Europe's Borders – Refugee Realities in Greece and the Engagement of Protestant Initiatives
18. Nov 202618. November 2026
An evening about flight, human dignity, and lived solidarity: Experience personal insights from Greece, Christian engagement, and open dialogue in Bochum. Admission free. #HumanRights
Religiös
Kostenlos

The History of Time Measurement
19. Nov 202619. November 2026
How was time made measurable? Discover the fascinating development of sundials, mechanics, and electronics at the VHS Bochum. An evening full of cultural history and aha moments. #TimeMeasurement
Ausstellungen

James A. Sullivan: More Progressive Fantasy in Bochum!
19. Nov 202619. November 2026
Fantasy, Science Fiction, and social change meet: James A. Sullivan invites to a special reading on progressive fantasy in Bochum. #Fantasy
Literatur
8,00 €

Reading: Tina Willms „Lichtgewand und Alltagskleid“
20. Nov 202620. November 2026
Poetic words, quiet hope, and a special reading atmosphere: Tina Willms reads in Bochum from „Lichtgewand und Alltagskleid“. #Literature
Literatur

Bochum reads a book: “Hawaii” by Cihan Acar
20. Nov 202620. November 2026
Bochum reads together: Cihan Acar brings Hawaii to the stage of the city library. An evening about home, tension, and language. 20.11.2026, free. #Reading #Bochum
Literatur
Kostenlos

Mayer, Baare, Fiege - The Kortum Park as a "Book of History"
22. Nov 202622. November 2026
Where graves become stories: Discover Bochum's past on an atmospheric tour through the Kortum Park. Sign up now! #Bochum
Literatur
8,00 €

"Something New in the West?" - Science Meets Economy
25. Nov 202625. November 2026
New perspectives, exciting questions, and direct exchange: Experience "Something New in the West?" at the Ruhr University Bochum. #ScienceMeetsEconomy
Literatur

Birgit Poppe: The Painter in the Birch Forest - Novel from Worpswede
25. Nov 202625. November 2026
A literary journey to Worpswede: Birgit Poppe reads in Bochum from her novel about artistic freedom, women's roles, and the courage to follow one's own path. #Reading
Literatur

Living and Life in Bochum - A Senior-Friendly City
1. Dec 20261. December 2026
How can a good life in old age succeed? In Bochum, you can expect information on age-appropriate housing forms, exchange, and new ideas for increased participation. Free admission – be there! #Bochum
Senioren
Kostenlos

EU Annual Review 2026 – From Problem Child to Beacon of Hope?
8. Dec 20268. December 2026
Europe between crisis and new beginnings: The EU Annual Review 2026 in Bochum connects political analysis, current topics, and new perspectives. Free entry. #EUAnnualReview
Literatur
Kostenlos
