Six open-air events for an unforgettable summer

Vintage cars, concerts, cinema: experience outstanding events in the open air! 

There are evenings that feel so perfect that you try to hold on to every minute, even every second. You experience hours in which you would give anything to prolong them a little longer - for example, because the song you are listening to at the side of your loved one touches you to the core. Or because of the choreography that you follow on stage, for example, at the "Goldmucke" events, and which miraculously awakens long-hidden feelings in you. Or maybe you discover unexpected commonalities when you watch a movie with old friends on the banks of the Rhine - only to catch one of the most spectacular sunsets of all time on the horizon shortly afterwards. Hopefully, you'll have plenty of moments like this and many more this summer, especially since Düsseldorf offers a whole range of promising outdoor cultural activities. Here is a selection.

Sound enjoyment in the courtyard garden 

When an event has existed for 58 years now, it rightly has legend status, don't you think? The Hofgarten Concerts are one of the best ways to get the most out of the summer months. Since June and until September, the Hofgarten has been transforming  a green area in the park turns into a concert area, including a music pavilion. The performances are only canceled during heavy thunderstorms; otherwise, on eight Sundays, the motto is: Bring a picnic blanket or folding chair, wine in one hand, cheese skewer in the other, and you can listen to bigbandfriends (July 2), for example, who offer a wide-ranging cross-section of the big band repertoire with classic big band swing, soul, funk, Latin, and themes from film music. One more reason to unwind in the Hofgarten: the mood-setting performance of Intakt, the big band of the VHS Düsseldorf (July 30). The Wimmer.Band (September 10) is a Düsseldorf band that mixes Rhenish dialect with modern, rock sounds and invites the audience to join in the party with its open style. If that doesn't sound tempting! 

You can find the event dates here.

Fair with concerts 

Roller coaster rides that will make your stomach turn with joy, enjoying cotton candy as if there were no tomorrow (especially for your teeth), winning the XXL teddy at the shooting range: When Düsseldorf again falls into a state of emergency, almost four million people celebrate the Rheinkirmes. From July 14 to 23, however, not only familiar as well as new rides and deliciously unhealthy food attract visitors to the fairground in Oberkassel. Small concerts will also be taking place in parallel in the marquees of the many participating breweries - so that there will be no end to the communal swaying! We bet: At the end of the spectacle with more than 300 exhibitors, you'll want to wear the gingerbread heart with the "I love you, Düsseldorf" inscription all year round. Even at night. The highlight of the fair is the spectacular fireworks display on Friday, July 21, which this year begins at 11 pm. The best place to watch it is from the entire Rheinuferpromenade. 

Rocking out on the city beach 

You can't make it on vacation because of all the papers piling up on your desk? The vacations are cancelled because Billy the poodle can't get a place in the kennel and you'd rather stay at home? No reason to despair, on the contrary! Be glad that you can spend the summer in Düsseldorf and therefore at the city beach. This way, the fear of missing out remains completely unfounded. Instead, you can drop into the deck chairs on Oberkassel Bridge to listen to "the very finest live music" free of charge, as well as to poetry slams or to watch a drag show. The light blue containers, which serve as a stage and food stalls, give the "Urban Jungle" atmosphere the finishing touch. To find out who will be performing and when, check out the "Program" highlight on the Instagram channel @stadtstrandduesseldorf. 

If you want to know more, also have a look at the homepage stadtstrand-duesseldorf.de by. 

"Film off!" on the Rhine 

It will probably be a while before we also perceive smells via the TV or the cinema screen. But as far as the perfect soundscape - and even sensory experiences - are concerned, you'll find yourself in the perfect place at the open-air cinema on the Rheinweise. From July 20 to August 20, the cinema, sponsored by tour operator Alltours, offers you movie nights with classics and crowd-pleasing recent films. A bag of fresh popcorn in hand, cold drink at the ready, nothing stands in the way of a special evening. And maybe even the stars will twinkle.

Program and ticket sales at alltours-cinema.com. 

FourLinden Open-Air

Music quiz and rock and pop in the beer garden VierLinden Open-Air. Don't you know it yet? At the individual music and culture live shows presented by GoldMucke, great artists await you in Düsseldorf - such as the rock-pop of SCHIMMERLING & CHARLY KLAUSER (June 22) or the indie rock of LEAP (June 27) and many more. But not only music fans get their money's worth at VierLinden. Towards evening, the VierLinden Open Air turns into a cinema.

You can find all information at goldmucke.de or VierLinden Open-Air.

Classic Days 

What would you treat yourself to if you won the lottery? Many people immediately invest in real estate, a few big bucks and, of course, a fancy sports car. It's almost better than a car that's just come off the assembly line: a real classic that was already cruising the streets of this country when most of us weren't even thinking about it. If you don't yet have the millions to call your own, but would like some inspiration just in case, stop by the Classic Days. From Ferrari to Mercedes to Porsche, the most beautiful models of days gone by are on display. According to the organizer, the "largest classic car summer garden party" will delight its guests from August 4 to 6 at the P1 trade fair parking lot, with 14 event areas devoted to "historic automobiles, old racing cars, and life and drive style." This year, by the way, the party about the most popular means of transport of the Germans already takes place for the 16th time. And maybe you'll run into one or two racing legends this time as well - just to exchange a few tips when you get into the business yourself. Or even into the new old dream car. 

You want to know more? Then go to the homepage here: classic-days.de 

Title image: Düsseldorf Tourism