24 Events in May in Gelsenkirchen - Events & Activities in May 2026
May 2026: The most exciting events! ☀️ Open-airs, festivals & more – secure your event highlights now!

Parent-Child Gymnastics
Together move, wonder, and laugh: The Parent-Child Gymnastics in Rotthausen offers young children safe movement experiences. Free on 05.18.2026, register now! #FamilyTime

Reading Tiger's Fun
A lovely reading moment for families in Gelsenkirchen: free of charge, child-friendly, and full of imagination for children aged 5 and up. #FamilyTime

A Nearly Perfect Proposal
A film about second chances, art, and late feelings: Iris Berben and Heiner Lauterbach deliver this warm cinema evening. #Cinema #Gelsenkirchen #KoKi

Class Evening Bassoon and Clarinet
Fine woodwind sounds live in Gelsenkirchen: The class evening for bassoon and clarinet brings young talents and genuine concert proximity to the stage. #Gelsenkirchen #Concert

"Give peace a chance!" - On the Causes of War and the Paths to Peace
An evening for smart minds: The online lecture "Give peace a chance!" connects war history, conflict research, and peace ideas. 18.05.2026, free of charge. #Peace #Gelsenkirchen

Simon Strauß: Nearby – On the Political Value of an East German Longing
An evening about proximity, small towns, and democracy: Simon Strauß reads online at vhs.wissen-live on 18.05.2026 at 19:30, free of charge. #Literature #Reading

German for Everyday Life
Parent/Child offer, May 19, 2026, 00:00, City day care center for children and family center Rotthauser Markt 18 For all adults who want to practice the German language. Registrations at the family center Rotthauser Markt under the phone number 0209 1208766 This appointment is free of charge. The legally responsible organizer of the event German for Everyday Life is

IPA Office Hours
Free citizen consultation in Gelsenkirchen: The IPA office hours offer direct communication at the IPA building. On May 19, 2026, compact and personal. #Gelsenkirchen

Knirps-Treff
A relaxed morning for young families in Gelsenkirchen: exchange, answers, and closeness at the Knirps-Treff. Free of charge, without registration, ideal for parents with babies and toddlers. #FamilyTime

German in Everyday Life
A calm family experience in Gelsenkirchen: German in Everyday Life brings parents and children together in conversation. Free on May 19, 2026, 09:30–10:30 AM. #FamilyTime

Meeting Café
A friendly morning for all generations: The Meeting Café in Gelsenkirchen invites you to breakfast, conversations, and community. Free on May 19, 2026, at 10 AM. #Community #Seniors

The Wizard of Oz (School Performance)
Dorothy travels through Oz at the Consol Theater: clever characters, music, and plenty of movement. On 19.05.2026 at 11 AM, tickets from 9 €. Discover now! #Theater

Mobile Consultation
Citizen-friendly, direct, and free of charge: The Mobile Consultation in Erle brings administration to the neighborhood. On 19.05.2026 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. #Gelsenkirchen

Midwife Consultation
Free midwife consultation at Buer Town Hall: professional help for expectant and young families, barrier-free and without prior registration. Discover now! #Family

Parent-Child Gymnastics
Free Parent-Child Gymnastics for little explorers in Gelsenkirchen: movement, closeness, and shared wonder at the Family Center. Secure your spot now! #FamilyTime

You are so mean - Solving conflicts with children
A valuable family course in Gelsenkirchen: better understand conflicts, grow together, and experience everyday life more relaxed. Free on May 19, 2026. #FamilyTime

Marty Supreme at Schauburg Filmpalast
Table tennis becomes a grand cinematic event: Marty Supreme at Schauburg Filmpalast Gelsenkirchen. Excitement, ambition, and drama from 6 Euros. #Cinema #SportsFilm

Pilates at the Family Center Rotthauser Markt
A calm start to family evening: Free Pilates at Rotthauser Markt in Gelsenkirchen. On May 19, 2026, parents experience movement, relaxation, and new energy. #FamilyTime

Surrealism: Dreams, Myths and the Unconscious
A free online lecture on Surrealism, dream logic, and the unconscious. Art, poetry, and myths meet on May 19, 2026. #ArtHistory #Surrealism

Words can...
An evening full of language and excitement in irgendDorf Gelsenkirchen: Words can... turns literature into a lively word action. 19.05.2026, free entry. #Theater

Concert Meditation with Michael Gees
An evening full of sound, silence, and spontaneous music awaits Gelsenkirchen. Michael Gees invites you to the Kellerbar on 19.05.2026. #LiveMusic #Gelsenkirchen

Monty Python's Not the Messiah
A cult evening full of British wit, baroque music, and quirky satire at MiR Gelsenkirchen. On 19.05.2026 at 19:30 from 16 €. #Theater

Sewing Course
Parent/Child Offer, May 20, 2026, 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM, Municipal Daycare Center for Children and Family Center Auf der Hardt 134-136 Basic education in handling the sewing machine, creating patterns, cutting and finishing bags, simple garments to coats and costumes as well as mending, e.g. pants and skirts. Offer for adults Registrations at the Family Center Auf der Hardt under the phone number 0209 811551

Minifitness
For parents with children aged 12 to 18 months
