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Autumn magic in NRW: Sunday shopping and colorful markets!
On October 26, 2025, Wesel will celebrate the 30th Historical Hanseatic Festival with markets, culinary offerings and historical performances.
Autumn magic in NRW: Sunday shopping and colorful markets!
On October 26, 2025, North Rhine-Westphalia will be transformed into a true shopping paradise. On this shopping Sunday, over 30 cities in the state invite you to visit the shops from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. - many even open from 1 p.m. In Cologne, especially in the Sülz and Klettenberg districts, you can look forward to high crowds. The ambience of the shopping streets is lovingly designed and promises a relaxed shopping experience.
There are numerous events to accompany the in-store activities. The markets present culinary highlights and regional products that delight every palate. While there is a Dutch market in Hamm that is known for its specialties, in Schwerte the “Autumn Magic” offers a colorful variety on the Postplatz. Here, exhibitors show craftsmanship and offer culinary delicacies from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Colorful markets and festivities
In Ochtrup, the Pottbäckermarkt opens its doors from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. However, the shops in the pedestrian zone only open from 1 p.m. Visitors can look forward to handicrafts, regional products and numerous craft activities for children. Anyone interested in the Middle Ages has the opportunity to visit the historic Mint Days in Werl, where authentic handicrafts are presented from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. - supplemented by an entertainment program with jugglers and musicians.
Wesel will delight visitors with the 30th Historical Hanseatic Festival on October 26th. A Hanseatic mile with various Hanseatic cities is offered here, which brings together culinary offerings and more than 50 vendors at a historic farmers' and medieval market. The “BonnLeuchtet” festival of lights takes place in Bonn, during which the shops open their doors on Sunday from 1 p.m. and historical buildings and shop windows shine in festive light.
Diversity and anticipation
Erkelenz also invites you to a French market from October 24th to 26th, where the shops are also open on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Here visitors can taste French specialties and fine wines. For everyone who loves cuisine and celebrations, Wermelskirchen offers its city festival “Wermelskirchen à la carte” with many delicacies and special discounts in the shops.
To round off the shopping experience perfectly, over 40 shops and boutiques in the center of Winterberg open for shopping on Sundays. The region attracts tourists all year round and now particularly attracts visitors in the autumn who want to enjoy the special flair and conviviality of the markets.
The shopping Sunday on October 26th is complemented by a diverse program that promises not only shopping but also fun for the whole family. If you are looking for an unforgettable day, you shouldn't miss any of the offers, as there is something for every taste with this variety of events and markets.
For further information about upcoming events and markets in North Rhine-Westphalia, interested readers can visit the websites Ruhr24 and mein-koeln.net as well as verkaufsoffener-sonntag.nrw visit.