Events

The Rhein & Ruhr region is in the sum of its cities probably one of the most important cultural metropolises worldwide – the offer of cultural facilities and events is grandiose. If you want to be even roughly informed, research on the Internet at Ruhr area + culture, events, festivals, museums, exhibitions, …

Whether concert or theatre events – in the Ruhr there is simply everything! And plenty of it!
Appearances by world stars are the order of the day here!

In the concert hall of the Werner Richard – Dr. Carl Dörken Foundation you will regularly find demanding events take place – including concerts and readings. In the Dr. Carl Dörken Galerie, the key theme “colour as colour” is the entire spectrum of contemporary art is shown in changing exhibitions.
www.doerken-stiftung.de

Events in Herdecke 2026

April 11. – 12.
Spring Festival

April 17.
“Herdecke genießen” – Evening market in the pedestrian zone with local vendors

May 08.
“Herdecke genießen” – Evening market in the pedestrian zone with local vendors

May 13. – 16.
„Herdecker Maiwoche“ – the city’s largest festival with lots of live music and numerous stalls for food an drinks

June 12.
“Herdecke genießen” – Evening market in the pedestrian zone with local vendors

July 10.
“Herdecke genießen” – Evening market in the pedestrian zone with local vendors

July 24. – 26.
Herdecke Street Food Festival

August 07. – 09.
Caribbean Days in Herdecke

August 14.
“Herdecke genießen” – Evening market in the pedestrian zone with local vendors

September 11.
“Herdecke genießen” – Evening market in the pedestrian zone with local vendors

September 26. – 27.
Autumn Festival

November 28. – 29.
Christmas market „Weihnachtszauber“

More events can be found on the official website of the city of Herdecke