24 Events in Weekend in Gelsenkirchen - Weekend Events & Activities
The best events & activities this weekend! 🎉 From concerts to parties ► Our tips for your perfect weekend.

A Year of Sportgarden Schalke-Nord: We celebrate it with you!
Basketball, boules, and neighborhood flair in Schalke-Nord: The Sportgarden celebrates its first year with a free participation program. #Gelsenkirchen

Intuition instead of Perfection – a gentle introduction for insecure people
A course for everyone who wants to be creative without pressure: Intuition instead of Perfection in Gelsenkirchen. 3 dates, 120 €. Let go now! #ArtSchool

Drawing for Beginners
Lines, hatchings, and new perspectives: In Gelsenkirchen, this drawing course invites adults on a concentrated artistic journey. 25.09.2026, 30 €. #ArtSchool

Szeniale Festival - Opening
An evening full of dance, attitude, and festival atmosphere: The Szeniale Opening in Gelsenkirchen starts with We Who Do Not Belong. Free entry, strong art. #SZENIALE

Bat Hike
A special family evening in Nordsternpark Gelsenkirchen: observe bats, explore nature, and marvel together. Free, child-friendly, unforgettable. #FamilyTime

New Colours Festival - Double concert with Bruce and Nighthawks
Sound space meets groove: Bruce and Nighthawks unfold an evening full of depth and live magic at the New Colours Festival in KAUE Gelsenkirchen. #NewColoursFestival

Folkfriends Fire Evening
An evening full of handmade music at the Alfred-Zingler-Haus: Folkfriends Fire Evening brings warmth, closeness, and real live atmosphere. September 25, 2026, 8 PM, free entry. #Gelsenkirchen

Komparse live in Gelsenkirchen - Wohnzimmer GE Concert 2026
Komparse brings indie, Dada, and longing to Gelsenkirchen: 09/25/2026 at Wohnzimmer GE, free admission, donations. Reserve now! #Indie

GEjazzt at Consol: The Third Space
Join us on September 26 for a unique jazz concert with Jarry Singla and Pratik Shrivastav at the Consol Theater in Gelsenkirchen.

Blue
Experience a unique performance at MiR with a music theater production inspired by Yves Klein and Werner Ruhnau.

New Colours Festival - Håkon Kornstad
Håkon Kornstad combines saxophone, flute, and voice into a unique experience. Attend the concert as part of the New Colours Festival.

Draw Along!
Drawing Workshop for Children Aged 10 and Up

New Colours Festival: Double Concert with Tingvall Trio & Eivind Aarset 4Tet
Enjoy a special musical event in Gelsenkirchen on September 26, 2026, with the Tingvall Trio and Eivind Aarset 4Tet.

Horst cleans up
Working together in Horst: On 26.09.2026, the neighborhood center will become a meeting point for community and action. Free of charge, no registration. #Gelsenkirchen

Pott Phantastika Book Fair 2026
A weekend full of fantasy in Castle Horst: Pott Phantastika connects readings, book prize, and cosplay. September 26–27, 2026, free admission. #Fantasy

Open House Day at the Ev. Family Centers Sonnenstrahl and Matthäus
A loving family day in Gelsenkirchen: play, participation activities, and real insights into two evangelical family centers. Free on September 26, 2026. #FamilyTime

Pott Phantastika Book Fair Gelsenkirchen 2026
Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Scene Feel at Schloss Horst: The Pott Phantastika opens its doors with free entry, audience award, and cosplay. #Fantasy

Upcycling with Natural Materials
Small hands, big ideas: Special works of art are created in Gelsenkirchen during upcycling with natural materials. Creative course for ages 6 and up, September 26, 2026, 10 AM, 10 €. #FamilyTime #Upcycling

Upcycling with Natural Materials
Get creative, discover sustainability, create real favorite pieces: Upcycling with natural materials in Gelsenkirchen excites families and children aged 6 and older. #FamilyTime

Watercolor Painting for Children in Gelsenkirchen
Colors that flow and amaze children: Watercolor painting at the Gelsenkirchen Art School on 26.09.2026 at 10 AM. For children aged 8 and up, 15 €. #FamilyTime

Watercolor Painting for Children in Gelsenkirchen - Family Fun 2026
Colors, water, and imagination: In Gelsenkirchen, children aged 8 and above discover watercolor painting anew. 3 hours of creative learning fun for families. #Gelsenkirchen #FamilyTime

Play, Move, Experience Nature: Playground
Free, child-friendly, and full of movement: A joyful playground morning awaits families with children aged 3 to 7 years in Gelsenkirchen. #FamilyTime

Open House Day at the Ev. Family Centers Sonnenstrahl and Matthäus
A loving day for families in Gelsenkirchen: Discover rooms, speak with professionals, and let children play. Free on 26.09.2026. #FamilyTime

Playing, Moving, Experiencing Nature: Playground
Be active together outdoors: Playing, Moving, Experiencing Nature at the playground in the Castle Park in Gelsenkirchen. For children aged 3 to 7 years, free of charge and full of children’s laughter. #FamilyTime
