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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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. 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
6Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. PalastrauschenPalastrauschenTime: 18:00 - 22:00
The Kunstpalast as a stage for digital concert formats, performances and installations. This edition is for electronic and experimental music with students from the Institute of Music and Media at the Robert Schumann University of Music presenting their work. The evening is accompanied by two DJ sets, streamed live by Callshop Radio, an independent online radio station. Kunstpalast
7Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 Stadtklang Concert TRStadtklang Concert TRTime: 20:00
AURORA RAYS 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. Free Entrance Tribe, Friedrichstadt
8Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 9Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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
10Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 11Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 12Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 13Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 14Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 15Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 Stadtklang Concert BMStadtklang Concert BMTime: 19:00
ANTONIO HOFFMANN 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. Free Entrance B'Mine, Flingern
16Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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
17Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 18Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 19Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 20Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 21Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

22Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

23Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

24Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

25Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

26Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 Stadtklang Concert SDStadtklang Concert SDTime: 19:00

YASMIN & OLE 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. Free Entrance Stadtbücherei, Derendorf

27Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 Stadtklang Concert RLStadtklang Concert RLTime: 20:00
BB THOMAZ
Free Entrance
Ruby Luna, Altstadt

28Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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 Grund und BodenGrund und BodenTime: 19:00
Opening Exhibit Grund und Boden Free Entrance K21 Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen

29Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

30Big 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 a taste of Christmas below during the second half of the period it is operating. One of the webcams on the Düsseldorf city website is pointed in that direction. Xmas MarketXmas Market

Atmospheric Christmas Market, Weihnachtsmarkt in the south of the city with the beautiful backdrop of Schloss Benrath. Schloss Benrath Ice RinkIce RinkAtmospheric ice skating rink with 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

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Events and activities large and small happen in Düsseldorf throughout the year, some becoming nationally and internationally popular. Carnival is huge, as is the large funfair on the Rhine river bank opposite the old town.

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