Discover 4 great events for this weekend!
Looking for the perfect weekend getaway or an exciting day trip? Four are happening near you. Whether you love wine, beer, movies or family fun, there is something for everyone.
33rd Annual Bad Salzuflen Wine Festival 6th - 9th Aug
Experience the cozy atmosphere of a traditional wine festival right in the heart of Bad Salzuflen. At the historic Salzhof in sample elite selections from 18 German vineyards alongside 10 regional food stalls. To celebrate its anniversary, the festival features a massive, elegant "White-Wheel" Ferris wheel offering a stunning panoramic view of the historic architecture. Sunday even features an open-shop day for local boutiques.
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It is the largest wine festival in the region, enjoy live music and food in old town square.
The Historic Laurentiuskirmes in Bergisch Gladbach 8th - 11th Aug
Bring the whole family out to the fair in Bergisch Gladbach. Celebrating its status on Germany's nationwide register of Cultural Heritage, the historic Laurentiuskirmes opens with a traditional church mass and free breakfast.
Shortly after, the mayor taps the festival beer cask to kick off days of fast-paced amusement rides, bright carousels, game booths, and traditional sweets.
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- Enjoy a mini Libori in a town not far from Cologne
- Drive time just under 2 hours
The 26th Annual Cologne Beer Börse 7th - 9th Aug
The banks of the Rhine River become your personal beer garden this weekend. Situated right along Cologne's scenic Rhine Promenade, this multi-day open-air festival features 40 master breweries setting up shop. You can sample more than a hundred rare, local, and international specialty beers. Tastings range from traditional German monastery brews to exotic imports from Spain and Brazil.
- Timings: Friday & Saturday, 15:00 – 00:00 Sunday 13:00 – 20:00)
- Ticket Prices: Free Entry to the festival grounds; you only pay for what you drink.
- Drive time just under 2 hours
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Maxipark Movie Day 9th Aug
Head to the ever popular family park in Hamm for this Movie themed event. Lots of Star Warts dress up on hand. with market stall and events for the kids. Park tickets include entry to the event.
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400 Cosplayers will be putting on a show in full authentic costumes. The market includes the chance to buy a light saber and many other bits of movie memorabilia. Other highlights include cars from TV shows, a droid exhibition and a kids space flight activity. All this plus the fantastic play areas, gardens and butterfly house make Maxipark a great day out.
- Drive time is 54 mins
- Tickets €7 for adults €4 for ages 3-17
