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HAPPENINGS IN DÜSSELDORF

Many events pop up and disappear with little or no advertising. Some activities are small or unique. Such happenings are posted in this calendar. A  source of possible surprise and discovery.

Something special takes place throughout the year in Düsseldorf. 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 publicity, yet well-informed local nationals attend. Members of the expat community of Düsseldorf 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 23 2022

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            1Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Autumn FunfairAutumn FunfairTime: 15:00 - 22:00
A cosy funfair, especially for families with children. Featuring a few typical rides and traditional eateries. Weekend opening is two hours earlier and one hour later. Firework display on the first Friday. Tonhallenufer (Oberkasseler Bridge)
2Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 3Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 4Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Open HouseOpen HouseTime: 18:00 - 22:00
KPMG sponsors free entrance to the art venues K20 and K21 on the first Wednesday of the month. K20 & K21
5Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 6Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 7Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 8Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction.
9Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 10Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 11Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 12Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Stadtklang Concert LEStadtklang Concert LETime: 20:00
MORGAN HARPER JONES Stadtklang organises live music at venues in Düsseldorf and elsewhere to showcase musicians and bands from Germany, Europe and beyond. They create a live environment in a variety of locations to enrich the the city's cultural landscape. A great option for expats to just turn up and enjoy a drink or two while bathing in the creative atmosphere. Gigs may be subject to alteration or cancellation: Please confirm before attending! Free Entrance Ruby Leni, Mitte
13Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 14Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 15Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction.
16Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 17Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 18Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 19Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Düsseldorf Expat Meetup GroupDüsseldorf Expat Meetup GroupTime: 19:00
Networking over drinks with expats. In their own words: "Getting people with an international background together and having fun interacting with people of different nationalities, cultures, religions." Please confirm with organisers before attending! Fatty’s Irish Pub
20Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Stadtklang Concert TRStadtklang Concert TRTime: 20:00

JULIAN ADLER Stadtklang organises live music at venues in Düsseldorf and elsewhere to showcase musicians and bands from Germany, Europe and beyond. They create a live environment in a variety of locations to enrich the the city's cultural landscape. A great option for expats to just turn up and enjoy a drink or two while bathing in the creative atmosphere. Gigs may be subject to alteration or cancellation: Please confirm before attending! Free Entrance Tribe, Friedrichstadt

21Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Stadtklang Concert BMStadtklang Concert BMTime: 19:00

ROBERT CARL BLANK Stadtklang organises live music at venues in Düsseldorf and elsewhere to showcase musicians and bands from Germany, Europe and beyond. They create a live environment in a variety of locations to enrich the the city's cultural landscape. A great option for expats to just turn up and enjoy a drink or two while bathing in the creative atmosphere. Gigs may be subject to alteration or cancellation: Please confirm before attending! Free Entrance B'Mine, Flingern

22Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction.
23Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 24Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 25Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 26Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 27Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 28Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 29Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Sunday ShoppingSunday ShoppingTime: 13:00 - 18:00
On Sundays referred to as a "Verkaufsoffener Sonntag", rigid regulations are relaxed and stores allowed to open for special occasions. This one is in combination with the Christmas markets. Many shops will open their doors from 1 pm to 6 pm and the city is normally full.
30Ice RinkIce RinkThe atmospheric ice skating rink "Kö On Ice" offers accompanying Christmas stands and indoor gastronomy. Located at the end of the Königsallee and close to the Christmas markets of the Kö and Shadowplatz. Königsallee Big WheelBig WheelThe so-called Wheel of Vision, a ferris wheel with over 40 enclosed gondolas on the Burgplatz. Providing views over the old town, river, city and beyond. Enjoy easing into a taste of Christmas below the big wheel during the latte period of operation. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction.            
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