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News • Duesseldorf • Germany • 2013-04-18

Spring in our city will be a potpourri of entertainment, sports and music!

Spring in our city will be a potpourri of entertainment, sports and music!

In May, Japan’s heart will beat again on the Rhine for a whole day – at Japan Day Düsseldorf/NRW. As always, the festival will climax with a spectacular fireworks display once darkness has fallen. Before that, running enthusiasts will be gearing up for the METRO GROUP Marathon, and we will see music lovers from near and far flock to the city to enjoy the diversity of Düsseldorf’s Jazz Rally.

The second quarter of our bustling year in Düsseldorf will be marked by a variety of magnetic events that will draw countless visitors to the Rhine and into the city centre.

We look forward to your visit.

Your Düsseldorf Team

Events

Japan Day Düsseldorf/NRW

On 25 May, Düsseldorf will once more transform into a Far Eastern metropolis, as the city for a whole day turns into “Japan on the Rhine”. Specialities such as sushi, sashimi or tempura alongside samurai in magnificent Japanese armour and Far Eastern craft including origami or shodo await visitors on Japan Day Düsseldorf/NRW between Altstadt (Old Town) and the Rhine embankment. The crowning moment of the event will be a breathtaking Japanese fireworks display … more

Guided walk ‘725 years of Düsseldorf’

Seize the moment and register now – you’ll only have until June 2013 to learn about Düsseldorf’s exciting past on our popular guided walk celebrating the city’s 725th anniversary. Travel back in time to the historic roots of the city on the Rhine and listen in amazement to the fascinating events of times past. As the tour comes to a close, you will have the chance to delve even deeper into the city’s history on a guided tour of our special “Stadtgründung” (Founding of the Town) exhibition at the Stadtmuseum… more

Düsseldorf Jazz Rally

It’s that time of the year again: Over the Whitsun weekend, Düsseldorf will be in full swing at Germany’s biggest jazz festival. From 17 – 19 May, more than 80 concerts on 36 stages featuring 500 musicians are inviting music lovers to come and join in the swinging fun. Audiences will be treated to a musical diversity that is second to none, as pure jazz blends with related genres such as funk, soul, blues and rock. This year’s highlights include concerts with Xavier Naidoo, Lucas Graham and Candy Dulfer… more

Fresh wind in the Altstadt (Old Town)

Now rosy May comes in wi’ flowers – all freshly preened and pruned, our Altstadt walk invites you even from as early as April to come and discover Düsseldorf’s picturesque old town. On the 90-minute guided walk along the “longest bar in the world” you will learn all there is to know about the city’s historic centre and its fascinating history. The Rhine comes highly recommended if you are looking for a fresh perspective: Treat yourself to a scenic boat trip, which you can optionally book along with the walk… more

Art & Culture

Düsseldorf’s Night of the Museums 2013

A spring night of art: On 20 April, exhibitions by great masters and the works of talented newcomers will attract visitors into both the established galleries and some completely unfamiliar locations in the state capital. Between 7:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m., museum lovers of all ilk will be able to discover art and culture for all the senses. A diverse side programme alongside the exhibitions will see a host of activities and events take place at more than 40 venues of Düsseldorf’s interesting museum landscape presenting concerts, performances, readings, film screenings and imaginative culinary choices ... more

tanz nrw

Time to shake a leg: From 28 April to 5 May, the “tanz nrw” festival will once again be stopping off in Düsseldorf. For the fourth time, the independent dance scene in NRW is set to present outstanding skills. Different productions by international choreographers and dance companies are the perfect invitation to come and be mesmerised by the talent in action at the tanzhaus nrw or Schloss Benrath (Benrath Palace). Take your pick from almost 50 events on eleven festival days in various cities throughout NRW … more

“Tannhäuser” première marking Wagner’s anniversary year in 2013

Deutsche Oper am Rhein will be staging a new production of Richard Wagner’s “Tannhäuser and the Singer’s War at the Wartburg” under the baton of musical director Axel Kober. Directed by Burkhard C. Kosminski, Swedish heldentenor Daniel Frank will be making his debut in Germany as Tannhäuser. Soloists including Elisabet Strid (Elisabeth), Elena Zhidkova (Venus), Markus Eiche (Wolfram) will add to the musical treat marking the 200th anniversary of the birth of Richard Wagner … more

“Sculpture at the Düsseldorf Art Academy” exhibition

The sculptors that have taught and studied at Düsseldorf’s long-established Kunstakademie (art academy) have given crucial impetus to the art scene since 1945. The works of important figures in this genre can be admired at the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20 Grabbeplatz up until 28 July. Some 130 projects by 53 artists including Joseph Beuys, Günther Uecker, Jörg Immendorff, Katharina Fritsch and Tony Cragg will be on display. Chronologically arranged, the tour covers every stage from the post-war period right up to the present... more

Rock/Pop/Classical Music

P!NK – “The Truth About Love” tour

Gaining international fame with the hit “Get the party started”, Pink now raises the roof of concert halls throughout the metropolis. The party in Düsseldorf is getting started on 6 May at the ISS Dome, where the rock chick will have the audience dancing in the aisles again on her first tour in almost three years. “The Truth About Love” is a tour designed to wow with a unique blend of pop and punk, beats and ballads, soft tones and harsh riffs…more

Open Source Festival

On 29 June, don’t miss out on a special kind of music festival held once again in the unique ambience of the Grafenberg racecourse: the Open Source Festival. For the eighth time running, its live acts with international stars and newcomers, both long-standing and experimental, followed by party night in the city’s most prestigious scene clubs will attract fans of all genres from Indie to House all the way to Electropop... more

“10 years Apassionata – Friends Forever”

From 24 – 26 May, horse lovers will have the opportunity once again to experience magical encounters between man and horse. The jubilee of the show will be celebrated at the ISS Dome in Düsseldorf – with liberty dressage fit to inspire dreams, spectacular tricks and Western disciplines as well as thrilling dressage performances that will take the audience on a journey through the best moments of the last ten years …more

Sports

METRO GROUP Marathon

Discover Düsseldorf on the run: the METRO GROUP Marathon Düsseldorf on 28 April takes participants past numerous attractions in the city. Whether MedienHafen, Rhine embankment promenade or the home straight in the heart of the Altstadt (Old Town) – at 42.195 km, this route is not only one of the fastest in Germany, it is also one of the most attractive ones. Those who’d rather cheer runners on can enjoy a varied side programme throughout the event: musical entertainment, cheerleading performances and the winner’s ceremony for the hand bikers and unicyclists will keep the spectators busy… more

First ATP Power Horse Cup

From 19 – 25 May, the Power Horse Cup will be held in Düsseldorf for the first time ever. The new ATP tournament at Düsseldorf’s Rochusclub will feature world-class players such as the Spaniard Nicolas Almagro, seeded twelfth in the world, Janko Tipsarevic from Serbia (ranking ninth),Germany’s number one, Philipp Kohlschreiber, as well as Benjamin Becker and Tobias Kamke… more

T³ Triathlon Düsseldorf

On 30 June, the triathletes will once again take to Düsseldorf’s MedienHafen and parts of the city centre. More than 1,300 athletes have already registered for the third T³ Triathlon. Joining them at the starting line will be Germany’s top triathlete Jan Frodeno, who recently came sixth at the Olympic Games in London. Whether you decide to join in the competition or prefer to cheer the athletes on – the T³ Triathlon promises plenty of fun and action for everyone...more

Business Travel & Convention Service

Deutscher Stiftungstag

“Strengthening Tomorrow\'s Civil Society: Foundations in a Changing World” – this is the motto of the events that make up the \'German Day of Foundations,\' the largest foundations’ meeting in Europe, from 14 – 17 May. To ensure that your travels and stay in Düsseldorf are as comfortable as possible, we have put together attractive hotel and travel packages for you, but are just as happy to customise your own individual package … more

GEW-Gewerkschaftstag

Whether hotel room, travel arrangements or car hire in Düsseldorf – our team at the Business Travel & Convention Service is happy to assist you in both word and deed. We can help you with accommodation, recommend the best travel options and advise on mobility at your destination – even for the GEW-Gewerkschaftstag (Trade Union Day) from 12 – 16 June … more

Travel offers

‘Welcome2Art’ hotel package

Düsseldorf is an international centre for contemporary art. Today, both established museums and countless new ones are characteristic features of the city on the Rhine. Combine your visit to such famous institutions as the Kunstsammlung NRW, K20 Grabbeplatz and the Museum Kunstpalast with an overnight stay in Düsseldorf and experience the lively art scene in the Rhine metropolis by taking advantage of our Welcome2Art hotel package from EUR 58 per person… more

‘725 years of Düsseldorf’ hotel package

We are celebrating our anniversary – come and join us! To mark 725 years, Düsseldorf is hosting a grand Citizens’ Festival on the weekend of 7 – 8 September. Whether you book for the weekend or any other time, our attractive hotel package is well worth a look. Spend the night in an exquisite hotel and combine your own individual visit to Düsseldorf any way you like choosing from over 50 special concessions available through the Düsseldorf WelcomeCard. Get to know Düsseldorf’s Altstadt (Old Town) on a 90-minute guided walk and explore its quaint little alleys listening to interesting facts and stories told by your guide (from EUR 49 per person/night in a double room)…more

‘Japan Day Düsseldorf/NRW’ hotel package

Konnichiwa in Düsseldorf! Immerse yourself in the magic of the Far East and be sure to combine the experience of Japan Day on 25 May with a visit to the temple in the Japanese Garden (Niederkassel), Japanese restaurants and much more! For the travel period from 24 – 26 May, our hotel package offers you many attractive options to discover “Little Tokyo on the Rhine” (from EUR 46 per person/night in a double room)… more

‘METRO GROUP Marathon’ hotel package

Combine your participation in the METRO GROUP Marathon with a visit to Düsseldorf and take advantage of more than 50 concessions available through the Düsseldorf WelcomeCard to turn your stay into a memorable experience. Along with a night in Düsseldorf, our attractive hotel package also gives you ten per cent off your registration for the METRO GROUP Marathon… more

Where to meet us in person

International & European Associations Congress, Estoril (21 – 23 April 2013)

IMEX, Frankfurt (21 – 23 May 2013)

SITC, Barcelona (19 – 21 April 2013)

REHAB, Karlsruhe (25 – 27 April 2013)

ATM Arabian Travel Market, Dubai (6 – 9 May 2013)

GTM Germany Travel Mart, Stuttgart (5 – 7 May 2013)

Deutsche Reisewoche Japan & Sout Korea (27 – 31 May 2013)

DZT Roadshow Austria, Linz/Innsbruck (5/6 June 2013)

IRMA Internationale Reha- und Mobilitätsmesse für Alle, Bremen (14 – 16 June 2013)

ETOA City Fair 2013, London (24 June 2013)

radaktiv Tag, Düsseldorf (29 June 2013)

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