Sunny festival weekend in NRW: fun, music and festivities!

Sunny festival weekend in NRW: fun, music and festivities!

We have a radiantly beautiful summer ahead of us in North Rhine-Westphalia! On the weekend of August 15th to 17th, 2025, Cologne residents and their neighbors can look forward to a variety of events and festivals that will ensure there is no boredom. According to 24Rhein, the weather will be sunny and warm, perfect for outdoor activities and celebrations.

Among the highlights, the Gruga Summer Festival in Essen stands out. The event, which takes place daily from August 15th to 24th from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., offers free entry. Visitors can look forward to a colorful fair program that, in addition to exciting rides, also offers typical fair delicacies. A family day on August 21st also promises special fun for young and old.

Festival highlights and funfair fun

Another exciting event is the San Hejmo Festival at Weeze Airport, which takes place from August 14th to 16th. Here visitors can expect a varied program with well-known artists such as Sido, K.I.Z. and Natasha Bedingfield. Day tickets are available from 115 euros. Street art, workshops and a variety of street food stands round off the offering.

For music lovers there is the Breakzone Festival in Cologne on August 17th, while the Ferik Festival in Ennepetal on August 15th and 16th ensures a good atmosphere. In addition, the Holi Festival of Colors will take place in Dortmund on August 16th, where colors and joy are guaranteed.

But it's not just the big festivals that set the tone, the numerous city festivals in North Rhine-Westphalia also invite you to celebrate. From the beer exchange in Dorsten to the harbor festival in Duisburg, where a magnificent fireworks display enchants visitors, there is something for every taste. Here is a small selection:

• Bochum: Bochum-Harpen Dorffest und Bochum Kulinarisch
• Essen: Street Food & Music Festival
• Mönchengladbach: EineStadt-Fest

More leisure options and refreshment

For a refreshing break, Cologne residents also have access to the region's outdoor pools and lakes, which provide a great feeling on hot days. For example, the fair in Ochtrup, which takes place on the market square from August 15th to 18th, will not only feature bumper cars and nostalgic attractions, but is also the ideal place for a relaxing afternoon outdoors.

The weekend is rounded off by numerous other events such as the Latin American weekend in Bonn or the “StadtSportBund Archery Action Day” in Herne. So everyone is sure to find a suitable experience!

Enjoy the weekend to the fullest and remember that some events are subject to last-minute changes. Nothing is guaranteed, but the potential for an unforgettable weekend is guaranteed!