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Outdoor extravaganzas in the tail end of summer and as autumn blooms encourage celebration and pleasure!

The Open Air season is far from over, especially in late summer and early autumn. In the imminent weeks, excitement builds for these upcoming events in Krefeld and the Viersen district:

Enjoy and appreciate late summer and fall with outdoor events and activities!
Enjoy and appreciate late summer and fall with outdoor events and activities!

Outdoor extravaganzas in the tail end of summer and as autumn blooms encourage celebration and pleasure!

Get ready for an exciting season of events in Krefeld, Germany! From racing and entertainment for the whole family to cultural gatherings and art exhibitions, there's something for everyone. Here's a roundup of the confirmed events happening in Krefeld between August 24 and October 19, 2025.

August

  1. SWK Open Air Cinema (August 24) – Catch popular movies under the stars at the SWK Open Air Cinema in Krefeld's Stadtwald.
  2. Krefeld RhineSide (August 24 – August 31) – Enjoy a cultural program, beer garden, and shipyard cinema at the Krefeld RhineSide event.
  3. Krefeld Short Film Festival (August 25 – August 25) – Be a part of the audience and vote for your favourite short films at the Krefeld Short Film Festival.
  4. Krefeld Pur (August 25) – Discover young designers and the latest trends in fashion at Krefeld Pur, part of the Krefeld Laufmasche.
  5. US-Car & Bike Show (August 23 – August 24) – Rev up your engines for this showcase of American cars and bikes.
  6. "Classic Drivestyle Days" (August 16 – August 17) – Step back in time at this oldtimer and exotic car show.
  7. Krefeld Laufmasche (September 18 – September 21) – Experience fashion shows and the latest trends at the Krefeld Laufmasche.
  8. Kunstmuseen Krefeld Re-opening Party (August 17) – Celebrate the re-opening of the newly designed café at the Kaiser Wilhelm Museum Café.

September

  1. FestiWall (September 14) – Enjoy a large flea market and picnic mile at the FestiWall.
  2. Open-Air Milonga (September 12) – Dance the night away at this open-air milonga in Krefeld's city center.
  3. Eat.Drink.Dance. (September 13) – Indulge in culinary delights, music, and dancing at the "Eat.Drink.Dance." event.
  4. Fischeln Open (September 14) – Experience a festival of diversity and community with music, market stalls, and traditional performances at Fischeln Open.
  5. Tractor Meeting (September 28) – Head to the Freilichtmuseum Kreis Viersen for a day filled with tractors and farming fun.
  6. Hülser Bottermaat (September 20 – September 21) – Stroll and enjoy the offerings at the Hülser Bottermaat.
  7. Freilichtmuseum Kreis Viersen's Harvest Festival and Farmers' Market (September 21) – Continue the farm-themed fun at the Freilichtmuseum Kreis Viersen's Harvest Festival and Farmers' Market.

October

  1. Gregor Schneider Exhibition "Welcome" at Kunstmuseen Krefeld, Haus Esters (until September 21) – Don't miss this site-specific art exhibition featuring creative workshops, music events, and guided tours at the Haus Esters.
  2. Regular Weekly Tango Events "Tango Young Krefeld" (Thursdays from August 7 – October 30) – Join the social dance sessions every Thursday at the Tango Young Krefeld events.
  3. Krefeld Autumn Fair (October 3 – October 12) – Enjoy new rides on Sprödentalplatz at the Krefeld Autumn Fair.
  4. Krefeld Autumn Magic (October 17 – October 19) – Extend the open-air season with culinary delights, decorations, art, fashion, jewelry, and a fringe program at the Krefeld Autumn Magic.
  5. Herzog von Ratibor Race Day (November 15) – Conclude the horse racing season at the Herzog von Ratibor Race Day.

Beyond these events, Krefeld offers cultural sites and attractions like Krefeld Zoo, Museum Burg Linn, historic sites, and flea markets. For more information, visit www.krefeld-tourismus.de.

[1] For more information on the KunstImPuls series, visit www.kunstmuseen-krefeld.de/kunstimpuls

[2] For more information on the re-opening party, visit www.krefeld-tourismus.de/kaiser-wilhelm-museum-cafe

[3] For more information on cultural sites and attractions in Krefeld, visit www.krefeld-tourismus.de

  1. Discover a unique blend of home and garden cultivated by local artisans and enthusiasts at the Krefeld Autumn Magic's art, fashion, jewelry, and decorative components, happening from October 17 to October 19, 2025.
  2. Transform your own lifestyle by visiting the Krefeld's cultural sites and attractions, including museums and historical sights, and apart from those, explore the diverse range of flea markets that the city offers.

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