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Bochum Total: Happy festival atmosphere without tents and cannabis
Bochum celebrated the free festival “Bochum Total” on July 3, 2025, which offers newcomers a stage and attracts all age groups.
Bochum Total: Happy festival atmosphere without tents and cannabis
On July 3rd, the popular “Bochum Total” festival took place in the heart of the Ruhr area. Visitors flocked to the site with canned drinks and a large portion of anticipation to enjoy the hustle and bustle. The event is free and attracts people from all ages and income levels. In contrast to many other festivals, there are no tents or overnight accommodation here, which makes the way back after the last act more relaxed. How derwesten.de reports, the festival aims to provide a stage for newcomers and also supports local bands. In addition to well-known artists such as Revolverheld, Silbermond and Seeed, TikTok stars are on the line-up this year, which increases the popularity of the festival.
On the holiday itself, three acts - Boppin' B, ZSK and Ivo Martin - performed on different stages at the same time. Nevertheless, there were some critical voices: Some visitors complained that the volume of the music was often drowned out by conversations. Despite these comments, the culinary offerings were convincing, ranging from African cuisine to crepes and bowls. The prices were fair, which contributed to the family and community nature of the festival.
Safety precautions and necessary rules
Another aspect that characterizes the event is security. The public order office of the city of Bochum specifically pointed out the ban on cannabis consumption on the festival grounds. This step is necessary because minors are also expected to arrive until at least 10 p.m. In order to comply with legal requirements, consumption near children and young people as well as within sight of schools and children's playgrounds is strictly prohibited bochumtotal.de be explained. The ban is intended to ensure that the festival remains a pleasant and safe atmosphere for all participants.
“Bochum Total” is part of a much larger tradition of music festivals in Germany. Our neighboring country offers a variety of festivals every year that offer a lot of creativity and a colorful program. According to studies led by the Hessian State Statistical Office were carried out, the cultural diversity in the festival area is enormous. The “Bochum Total” presents itself as a valuable platform for young artists and thus expands the diverse offering in the German festival landscape.