24 Events in Summer Holidays in Bochum - 🌞 Summer Holidays 2026 – Open-Airs, Parties & Festival Highlights!

Sound-made regional history at the German Mining Museum Bochum: Eternal Sounds makes post-mining and seismic vibrations experienceable. Thu, 09.07.2026, from 9:30 AM. Museum admission from €15, conveniently accessible by U35. Experience, feel, be amazed. #Bochum #MiningMuseum

Art to participate in at Thalia-Mayersche Bochum: Live printing technique at 'Currywurst Now'. Thu, 09.07.2026, 10:00 AM, free admission. Sensual insights, creative learning, central and barrier-free. Come by now! #BochumArt

Experience urban nature in the heart of Bochum: Urban Wilderness showcases striking wildlife photography in an industrial environment. Museum admission, inspiring images, #Bochum #UrbanNature

Bochum experiences industrial history anew: Way of Coal at LWL-Museum Zeche Hannover connects photography, memory, and Ruhr area flair. Free entry, #industrialculture

An exhibition that shakes and connects: Together Against Sexism in Bochum invites you to think and converse. July 1–12, 2026, admission free. #Bochum #Culture

Experience art in a church space anew: Manifesta 16 Ruhr comes to Bochum. Free admission, strong works, special atmosphere. #Manifesta16

A rare art location in the Ruhr Area: Manifesta 16 Ruhr occupies St. Anna Church Bochum with contemporary art and architecture. 09.07.2026, free entry. #Manifesta16

Experience art, space, and quiet depth in St. Ludgerus Bochum: Free entry, wheelchair accessible, inspiring. 09.07.2026. #Manifesta16

Sound becomes image, memory becomes space: Gregor Hildebrandt shows a poetic exhibition full of vinyl, magnetic tape, and quiet tension in Bochum. Entrance free. #Art

An afternoon full of nature, play, and adventure in Bochum-Hiltrop awaits families. Free, outdoor, and child-friendly. #Bochum #NatureExperience

Open Language Café in Bochum: practice German, meet people, and arrive relaxed. On July 9, 2026, from 4 to 6 PM, free admission. #Bochum

Warm-hearted family afternoon at Gerthe Branch Library: Picture Book Cinema or Kamishibai for ages 3 and up, free entry. Sensory stories, learning fun, and closeness. Thursday at 4:30 PM – come by! #FamilyTime

Bochum gets an evening full of wordplay, live atmosphere, and club flair. Speak Easy Stage at Die Trompete on 09.07.2026 from 7 euros. #Bochum #Comedy #PoetrySlam

Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' in the open air: The Folkwang Summer Theater transforms Schlosspark Weitmar in Bochum into an evening full of poetry and play. 09.07.2026, free admission. #Theater

Want real milonga atmosphere at Tango La Boca Bochum? Traditional Época-de-Oro tangos, 200 m² dance floor, strong ronda. Thu 09.07.2026, 20:00, 10 €. Experience closeness, flow, musicality. Join now! #TangoBochum

Hear the aftereffects of mining live: Eternity Sounds at the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum. From 07/10/2026, 09:30 AM, entrance from 15 €. Intense sound experience, strong industrial culture. Save the date now. #Bochum

Experience the future at RUB Makerspace Bochum: Route Future – WORK IN THE POTT shows AI in the world of work. On July 10, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM, free admission. Deepen knowledge, take ideas with you. Save the date now! #Bochum #AI #FutureOfWork

Experience urban nature in a new way: Urban Wilderness showcases wild moments in the heart of Bochum. Outdoor exhibition, powerful photos, free admission, and plenty to discover #Bochum #UrbanNature

Photography, industrial history and Ruhr area backdrop: Discover Path of Coal at the LWL Museum Zeche Hannover. Free admission, striking images, #industrialculture.

A church space becomes an art stage: Manifesta 16 Ruhr in Bochum connects architecture, contemporary art, and new perspectives. 10.07.2026, free entry. #Manifesta16

Contemporary art meets sacred architecture: Manifesta 16 Ruhr transforms St. Anna Church Bochum into a unique art experience. #Manifesta16

A quiet place becomes an experience: Manifesta 16 Ruhr at St. Ludgerus Bochum connects art, church, and community. July 10, 2026, free entry. #Bochum #Manifesta16

Bochum's city center becomes a participation space for sustainability: workshops, exchanges, lectures, and ideas for tomorrow. July 10, 2026, free entry. #Bochum #Sustainability

Dancing on Fridays in Bochum: Dance Café at Tango La Boca with Standard, Latin & Disco-Fox, along with coffee & cake. 10.07.2026, 2–5 PM, 5 €. Casual club experience for everyone – grab your dancing shoes! #BochumTanzt