HAPPENINGS IN RUHR
Many events pop up and disappear with little or no accessible advertising. Some activities are small or unique. Such happenings are posted in this calendar. A source of surprise and discovery.
Something special takes place throughout the year in the Ruhr Metropolis. Besides established events and exhibitions, smaller occasions can vary from a concert, theatre performance, vernissage, celebration, opening, anniversary, a spontaneous market or a small one-off activity.
Choose from expat meet ups and other happenings, some of which take place with surprisingly little noticeable publicity, yet well-informed local nationals attend. Members of the expat communities of the Ruhr and surroundings can enjoy these gatherings too.
The calendar below offers expats a quick, easy and simple way to discover current activities all on one page. Please confirm to take note of any cancellations or changes.
By Vincent Green, Jun 24 2022
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1Ice RinkIce Rink An atmospheric ice skating rink appears amongst the disused industrial plant in Essen each year during the Christmas season. Located between imposing coke ovens and chimneys of the Zollverein coking plant of old, the ice rink stretches a whole 150 metres to provide fun for all. An atmospheric light installation bathes the ice rink in beautiful colours each evening, while cosy stands offer hot drinks and snacks.
Photo © Ruhr Tourismus / Stefan Ziese
Stiftung Zollverein, Essen
| 2Ice RinkIce RinkAn atmospheric ice skating rink appears amongst the disused industrial plant in Essen each year during the Christmas season. Located between imposing coke ovens and chimneys of the Zollverein coking plant of old, the ice rink stretches a whole 150 metres to provide fun for all. An atmospheric light installation bathes the ice rink in beautiful colours each evening, while cosy stands offer hot drinks and snacks.
Photo © Ruhr Tourismus / Stefan Ziese
Stiftung Zollverein, Essen
| 3Ice RinkIce RinkAn atmospheric ice skating rink appears amongst the disused industrial plant in Essen each year during the Christmas season. Located between imposing coke ovens and chimneys of the Zollverein coking plant of old, the ice rink stretches a whole 150 metres to provide fun for all. An atmospheric light installation bathes the ice rink in beautiful colours each evening, while cosy stands offer hot drinks and snacks.
Photo © Ruhr Tourismus / Stefan Ziese
Stiftung Zollverein, Essen
| 4Ice RinkIce RinkAn atmospheric ice skating rink appears amongst the disused industrial plant in Essen each year during the Christmas season. Located between imposing coke ovens and chimneys of the Zollverein coking plant of old, the ice rink stretches a whole 150 metres to provide fun for all. An atmospheric light installation bathes the ice rink in beautiful colours each evening, while cosy stands offer hot drinks and snacks.
Photo © Ruhr Tourismus / Stefan Ziese
Stiftung Zollverein, Essen
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| 5Ice RinkIce RinkAn atmospheric ice skating rink appears amongst the disused industrial plant in Essen each year during the Christmas season. Located between imposing coke ovens and chimneys of the Zollverein coking plant of old, the ice rink stretches a whole 150 metres to provide fun for all. An atmospheric light installation bathes the ice rink in beautiful colours each evening, while cosy stands offer hot drinks and snacks.
Photo © Ruhr Tourismus / Stefan Ziese
Stiftung Zollverein, Essen
| 6Ice RinkIce RinkAn atmospheric ice skating rink appears amongst the disused industrial plant in Essen each year during the Christmas season. Located between imposing coke ovens and chimneys of the Zollverein coking plant of old, the ice rink stretches a whole 150 metres to provide fun for all. An atmospheric light installation bathes the ice rink in beautiful colours each evening, while cosy stands offer hot drinks and snacks.
Photo © Ruhr Tourismus / Stefan Ziese
Stiftung Zollverein, Essen
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| 12Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 13Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 14Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 15Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 16Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 17Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 18Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 19Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 20Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 21Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 22Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 23Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 24Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 25Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 26Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 27Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 28Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 29Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 30Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | 31Ice RinkIce RinkThe largest ice rink in North Rhine-Westphalia opens on two levels for those who love to skate beyond the festive season. The café offers everything from pastries to full meals. While families can enjoy the one of the rinks, younger visitors can party at the ice disco. Kennedy Platz, Essen | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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EVENTS IN RUHR
Events and activities large and small happen in the Ruhr Metropolis throughout the year, some becoming nationally and internationally popular. They range from a variety of funfairs to an intense collection of diverse cultural immersion.
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