24 Events in August in Gelsenkirchen - Events & Activities in August 2026

Pure neighborhood feeling at the Science Park Gelsenkirchen: The Public Dinner invites you to bring, exchange, and co-create. Free on August 23, 2026. #Gelsenkirchen #Neighborhood

A free summer evening in Stadtgarten Gelsenkirchen: Skupa meets Balkan, Jazz, and Flamenco in the open air. 23.08., 6 PM. #SommerSound

World music in the open air: Maliki World Orchestra concludes SummerSound 2026 in the city garden of Gelsenkirchen. Free admission, strong grooves, 23.08.2026. #WorldMusic #Gelsenkirchen

Colorful vacation fun for little artists in Gelsenkirchen: Pool Noodle Power transforms simple materials into real works of art. Get creative on 08/24/2026! #FamilyTime

Summer, colors, and lots of creativity for children aged 6 and older in Gelsenkirchen. In Flower Magic from Paper, imaginative artworks are created. #FamilyTime

Free workshop in Gelsenkirchen: In “Small Helpers – Big Impact”, art, forest, and participation come together. 24.08.2026, 1–4 PM. #Szeniale2026

Citizen-friendly exchange in Gelsenkirchen-Buer: The KOD office hour is free of charge and directly on-site. On August 24, 2026, from 3 to 4 PM. #Gelsenkirchen

An intense historical drama about guilt, power, and manipulation awaits you at the Schauburg Film Palace. Nuremberg will be shown on 24.08.2026 at 17:15. #Cinemanight

Summery organ art in Gelsenkirchen-Buer: The Buerscher Organ Summer concludes with Bach, Guilmant, and Whitlock. Free admission, donations welcome. #OrganMusic #Gelsenkirchen

Experience a creative and educational batik workshop for children in a historic setting at Schloss Horst.

Don't miss Katie Melua's concert on August 26, 2026, at the Amphitheater Gelsenkirchen. An unforgettable experience awaits you!

Enjoy an unforgettable concert with Katie Melua at the Gelsenkirchen Amphitheater on August 26, 2026.

Look forward to Katie Melua on August 26, 2026, at the Amphitheater Gelsenkirchen. An evening full of musical highlights awaits you.

Enjoy Howard Carpendale's summer show at the Amphitheater Gelsenkirchen - full of hits and new melodies.

Experience Howard Carpendale on August 27, 2026, at the Gelsenkirchen Amphitheater. An unforgettable summer evening awaits you!

Enjoy an unforgettable concert with Howard Carpendale at the Amphitheater Gelsenkirchen on August 27, 2026.

Celebrate the iconic kiosk culture in Gelsenkirchen on August 29 with snacks, drinks, and events.

Discover the unique kiosk culture of the Ruhr area at the Day of the Beverage Stalls in Gelsenkirchen!

Celebrate the kiosk culture of the Ruhr area at the Day of the Beverage Stands in Gelsenkirchen! Experience a day full of culture and atmosphere.

Experience the colorful kiosk culture in Gelsenkirchen on August 29 with music and participatory activities.

Visit the Gelsenkirchen Family Day 2026 in the city park. An exciting day for children, parents, and grandparents awaits you!

The Schlager Circus unites captivating Schlager hits and circus atmosphere on August 30, 2026, at Revierpark Nienhausen.

Open Bleckkirche: An opportunity for contemplation and exploration of church history. Free entry!

Join us when the B2Run Gelsenkirchen 2026 takes place on September 1. Experience team spirit and athletic excellence.