Autumn markets in NRW 2025: Pumpkin festivals and enjoyment for the whole family!

Autumn markets in NRW 2025: Pumpkin festivals and enjoyment for the whole family!

Autumn is arriving in North Rhine-Westphalia and with it the diverse autumn markets that sprout up all over the country from September to October. Numerous events invite you to enjoy the autumn delicacies and regional products. The markets are not only a feast for the senses, but also a place for fun and entertainment for the whole family. In different cities and special places such as castles and parks we find numerous opportunities to have a great time in this colorful season. 24rhein reports that ...

The pumpkin festivals that characterize the region are particularly popular. Whether in the Krewelshof in Mechernich with the largest pumpkin show in North Rhine-Westphalia, which is designed around the underwater world theme of Atlantis from August 30th to mid-November, or in the Gertrudenhof in Hürth, where over 100,000 pumpkins await visitors, there is something for everyone here. The Krewelshof in Lohmar is also having a pumpkin show on the theme of animal giants. These and many other festivals attract not only families, but also everyone interested in the warm traditions and offerings of the autumn season.

Diverse offers in the region

The autumn markets offer a colorful program with handmade products, regional specialties and culinary delicacies such as tarte flambée and fresh wine. On the Ruhr24 you will find a fine overview of the highlights. For example, there is an autumn market in Lünen on September 20th, where handicrafts and regional specialties are expected, followed by the popular autumn market in the Hagen open-air museum with pumpkin carving and an insight into the world of bees.

Another highlight is the autumn market in the Bad Sassendorf spa park, which takes place on October 11th and 12th. There will be over 90 stalls offering fruit, vegetables and traditional crafts. Particularly noteworthy is the autumn market in Westfalenpark Dortmund, where the doors are open to visitors on October 12th.

Special experiences and activities

The fall markets aren't just a feast for the eyes; There are also many activities for children, such as crafting with natural materials, collecting chestnuts and acorns and lots of hands-on activities. Whether at a pumpkin show at the Löbke Adventure Farm in Ibbenbüren or carving pumpkins in the Bonn Botanical Garden, the options are diverse. The entire NRW region offers a varied experience for the whole family, which makes the autumn holidays something very special. NRW Tourist also describes that…

With a colorful range of events and activities, North Rhine-Westphalia is the ideal place to celebrate nature, crafts and culinary diversity in autumn. No matter whether you are enthusiastic about pumpkin festivals or just want to take a leisurely stroll through the markets - this autumn has something to offer for everyone!