24 Events in October in Bochum - Events & Activities in October 2026
October 2026: Celebrations, culture & more! 🍻 Oktoberfest, concerts & parties – find events for your perfect autumn!

Special Exhibition for the 150th Birthday of the Telephone at the Bochum Telephone Museum
A special exhibition in Bochum: Peter Beckmann presents 24 graphics on the history of the telephone. Experience art, technology, and memory. #Bochum #Museum

The Michael Jackson Experience
Bochum gets a sparkling pop evening full of hits, dance, and emotions. The Michael Jackson Experience in RuhrCongress on 20.10.2026 from €46.40. #Bochum #MichaelJackson

Chess for Everyone

Path of Coal

Lecture: Sterilization and Euthanasia of Mentally Ill Citizens of Bochum
A moving lecture at the Bochum City Archive: Prof. Dr. Georg Juckel sheds light on NS medical history and local victim research. 21.10.2026, 19:00, free admission. #Bochum #MemoryCulture

Path of Coal
Photography meets industrial culture in the heart of Bochum: Path of Coal at Zeche Hannover connects history, images, and atmosphere. 10/22/2026, free admission. #IndustrialCulture

Path of Coal
Bochum becomes quiet and strong at the same time: Path of Coal shows impressive photos at the LWL-Museum Zeche Hannover. Pure industrial culture, free admission, and genuine Ruhr area atmosphere. #Ruhrgebiet

Daniel Sommer - The Summer is Turning Up Live 2026
Bochum gets pop hits with heart and energy: Daniel Sommer live in the Matrix. 23.10.2026, from 29.95 Euro. Secure tickets now! #Bochum #Hits

Dire Straits Legacy in Bochum
Bochum gets an evening full of guitar legends: Dire Straits Legacy live at RuhrCongress. Classics, goosebumps, and great sound on 10/23/2026. #LiveMusic

Tour through the Underworlds

Coffee at the Booth
A relaxed Saturday morning in Bochum-Gerthe: coffee, rolls, and real neighborhood on the market square. On 10/24/2026, free entry. #Bochum #Gerthe

Way of Coal
A strong cultural event in Bochum: Way of Coal connects photography, industrial culture, and contemporary history in the Malakow Tower. Free entry until 25.10.2026. #Bochum #IndustrialCulture

Guided Tour through the Underworld of the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum
Experience Bochum's hidden industrial history up close: The underworld of the Jahrhunderthalle opens rare insights into technology, architecture, and Ruhr area culture. 24.10.2026, 12:00 PM, 10.50 €. Discover now! #Bochum #IndustrialCulture

AMPLIFY!
Bochum gets loud: AMPLIFY! brings sound cultures, talks, and DJ energy to the Oval Office. On 24.10.2026 from 18:30, pre-sale starts on 06.07. #Bochum #AMPLIFY

Chris Norman & Band
Bochum experiences Chris Norman & Band with classics, emotion, and new tour energy at RuhrCongress. 24.10.2026 from 59.90 €. #LiveMusic #Bochum

Till Reiners

Path of Coal

Tour through the Undeworlds
Dive into Bochum's hidden history beneath the Jahrhunderthalle: industry, architecture, and real Ruhrgebiet atmosphere in 60 minutes. Secure your spots now. #Bochum #IndustrialCulture

AMPLIFY!
Sound, attitude, and club energy in Bochum: AMPLIFY! in the Oval Office combines performance, talks, and DJ sets for a special day. October 25, 2026, 12–8 PM. #Bochum

Tour through the Underworld of the Jahrhunderthalle Bochum
Under Bochum's icon awaits a strong discovery experience: The tour through the Underworld of the Jahrhunderthalle showcases industrial culture, original substance, and Ruhr area history. 25.10.2026, 129 €. #Bochum #IndustrialCulture

The Favorite
An evening full of pace, wit, and power games: The Favorite at the Kammerspiele Bochum brings clever theater and strong characters to the stage. #Theaterlove

Crazy Machine - A week of tinkering, building & experimenting
Five days full of tinkering, teamwork, and workshop feel in Bochum: Crazy Machine turns ideas into real movement. October 26–30, 2026, free admission. #Bochum #participatory action

Crazy Machine - A week of tinkering, building & experimenting
A week full of tinkering, creativity, and workshop atmosphere in Bochum: Crazy Machine invites young people to build and experiment. #Bochum #Creative

Crazy Machine - A Week of Tinkering, Building & Experimenting
A week full of ideas, wood, fabric, and technology in Bochum: Crazy Machine invites young people to build, experiment, and marvel. Free with registration. #Bochum
