Dortmund in the rain: The best indoor events & activities
The sun is shining, birds are chirping and you can feel a light breeze on your face. 🌤️ But not Dortmund, of course! Right now it's rain, wind and a bit more rain in the city. 🌧️ Nevertheless, Dortmund remains a city full of exciting events and a wide range of indoor activities! There is always something for everyone to experience here! And we'll show you what here! 💜
Art & culture scene
Dortmund is known for its lively arts and culture scene, which offers a wide range of events to suit every taste. From concerts by renowned artists to theater performances and exhibitions! Let's take a look right now:
►Dortmund makes theater! 🎭
If you ask me, I can always go to the theater! In such a small space, you travel through time and worlds... It's simply magical. Especially when it's raining, it's nice to escape into another world!
Dawson
A passionate ballet full of poignant moments! 🩰
Fin de Partie (Endspiel)
Four people who don't like each other and yet can't do without each other. This play is dramatic, emotional and unique.
►Exhibitions 🖼️
Rainy weather always makes me crave art and culture! Strolling through exhibitions while it's storming outside has such a cozy, cool vibe and you haven't spent another day at home on the couch.
Inner Mining / Outer Mining
Socio-critical, exciting, diverse! At the "Inner Mining / Outer Mining" exhibition, many artists come together to present the theme: human existence as a kind of mine.
Dalí: Das endlose Rätsel
Kosmos des Lebens. Die Fotografin Annelise Kretschmer
The photographs, just like Annelise Kretschmer's story, are inspiring, impressive and captivating! A clear recommendation - especially for all Dortmund residents! 💜
►Concerts 🎵
Whether quiet or wild, concerts are the perfect way to forget the rain and everything else around us for an evening! What remains are beautiful memories.
The Sound of Hans Zimmer & John Williams
Film music is an extremely exciting universe. And YOU have the chance to dive right into it. The famous film music composers "Hans Zimmer" and "John Williams" will give you a live insight into their works with the help of a breathtaking symphony orchestra. You shouldn't miss out on this.
Wilhelmine - präsentiert von Rausgegangen
Wilhelmine goes on tour and takes you into her empowering world of music. The singer's lyrics contain not only positive and light-hearted themes, but also the after-effects of a destructive relationship. All of this is accompanied by good beats, sometimes faster, sometimes calmer. So grab a ticket and be there.
LUNA
Music as wonderful and light as a summer rain and at the same time as emotional, gripping and stirring as a thunderstorm. ⚡ Luna tells stories in her music that touch. And which give you goosebumps, especially live.
Cozy
►At the movies 🎬
What could be better than watching a good movie in the rain? Popcorn, nachos and a drink should not be missing for the right movie mood!
PREVIEW Stop Making Sense
DER BAADER MEINHOF KOMPLEX
The Doors
Berliner Philharmoniker live im Kino mit Gustavo Dudamel
► Eating out🍜
Sitting in a dry restaurant in the pouring rain and enjoying your favorite meal: is there anything better? I don't think so.
Miss Mai
44137 Dortmund
Strauch's Deli
Café Sonntag
Baseology
Active and creative events
►Artsy✨
Dortmund has a few cool events in store for the creative minds among you! Here's a little foretaste for you:
Offene Kreativwerkstatt
Here you can implement your creative ideas, try out materials and learn various craft techniques. Whether with or without prior knowledge!
WerkAtelier MKK
Get creative and try things out for yourself! You have the chance to do so in the workshop!
ArtLab MKK
Show your creative side. Here you can try yourself out and let your inner Picasso free. 🖌️
►Use your voice! 🎤
For those who like to get active themselves, Dortmund also offers numerous cool events where people talk, sing or make music. Try your luck at Jamroulette and rock the Fritz Henßler Haus or attend a Dortmund slam! 🤘🏽
Jamroulette
Not only luck, but also skill is required here! Perfect for musicians and anyone who likes to listen and be surprised 🎶
Wohnzimmerslam
The name Wohnzimmer-Slam says it all: there is hardly a cozier event in the whole of Dortmund. 🛋️
Karaoke
Karaoke in Dortmund at last! Every Saturday and Wednesday you have the chance to be the star of the evening! ⭐
So there's no such thing as boredom in Dortmund, even on rainy days! Whether you're looking for cultural events, interactive events or other activities, this city has something for everyone. There are so many highlights in the city: so grab your friends and experience unforgettable events in the Ruhrpott city!
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Frequently asked questions about Dortmund in the rain
1. are all indoor events in Dortmund listed in the article?
No, this is just a small personal selection we have put together for you as inspiration. You can find even more tips and events on the Rausgegangen website!
2. are there also indoor sports activities?
Of course there are! And they're great fun! In Dortmund, for example, there is the Boulderwelt Dortmund, the Bergwerk climbing hall, the Superfly Dortmund trampoline hall, the Nordbad in Dortmund and many more! Here you can be active and really let off steam!
3. are there indoor playgrounds for children in Dortmund?
Yes, there are several indoor playgrounds in Dortmund that are specially designed for children. Some popular options are the Monkey Town Dortmund, Miniplanet Wunderland Dortmund and the Center Kids Dortmund in the Thier Galerie.
4. are there escape rooms in Dortmund for group activities in the rain?
Yes, we love escape rooms! They are also a great group activity in Dortmund when it rains! Some recommended escape rooms are TeamEscape Dortmund, Key&Free Escape Room and Enigmania Dortmund - Escape Room Center.