12 Events in Outside in Kassel - The Best Outdoor Events

From March 27 to May 29, 2026 The traveling exhibition at the Kassel Town Hall shows the history of right-wing violence in Hesse. The exhibition runs until May 29, 2026, on the 2nd floor, free admission. Using 24 roll-ups with photographs and research from Right-Wing Terror in Hesse, cases such as the murder of Halit Yozgat, the attack in Hanau, and the murder of Walter Lübcke are presented. Many victims are still barely acknowledged in public consciousness today. The exhibition aims to remember, inform, and motivate democratic engagement. It is aimed at the public, schools, and initiatives. The organizer is the DGB Education Work in Hesse, funded by the State Center for Political Education.

From April 11 to June 7, 2026 The exhibition features 30 large-scale oil paintings by Tanja Nis-Hansen, which together form the acronym GRWM. The artist combines painting, text, and performance to explore physical and mental states surrounding vulnerability and mortality. Language becomes an ornament, everyday statements acquire new meaning. Additionally, screen-printed T-shirts will be sold, referencing the precarious working conditions in the art industry. Nis-Hansen operates in the expanded field of painting and is exhibited and awarded internationally.

Jewish life is not a walk in the park – but it is also not a taboo. Since the terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel, anti-Semitism, fear, and polarization have become everyday realities again. In this situation, humor highlights where it hurts – and where, despite threats, there is still room for humanity. It can comfort and liberate, but also provoke and awaken. In the special exhibition 'Do Jews Have Nothing to Laugh About?', Jewish and non-Jewish artists show how cartoons operate in this tension: Between irony, dark humor, and thoughtful lightness, a picture of Jewish life emerges that is neither romanticized nor characterized by resignation. The exhibition is divided into three areas:

With the exhibition "Wild at Heart", Gustav Sonntag presents evocative, large-scale paintings that unfold over three floors, taking the audience on an intense journey through urban living environments. His works tell stories of passion, obsession, hope, addiction, and failure – raw, immediate, and full of emotional tension. In cinematically composed image sequences, Sonntag condenses scenes of urban everyday life into multifaceted narratives, where different perspectives become visible simultaneously. His protagonists navigate between ecstasy and disappointment, between unbridled zest for life and resignation. In doing so, the artist deliberately leaves the interpretation to the viewers. The exhibition develops spatially as well as emotionally: While the richness of detail and painterly virtuosity impress on the ground floor, the atmosphere in the basement condenses into dark, almost dizzying scenes. On the upper floor, the works finally open up to quieter, more contemplative moments, where transcendence and lightness gain space. Gustav Sonntag (*1994, Berlin) lives and works in Leipzig. His works have recently been shown in numerous galleries, art fairs, and institutional exhibitions both domestically and internationally. He was awarded the Eb-Dietzsch Art Prize and nominated for the STRABAG Art Award.

Come by for a free school backpack consultation at the Hugendubel bookstore Eschwege! This will take place from 02.03. to 30.06.2026 at the bookstore Eschwege so that nothing stands in the way of the new school year. Each session lasts 30 minutes, always from Monday to Friday between 10 and 12:30 and 15 and 16:30, and Saturdays always between 10 and 13. Secure one of the many free slots for the optimal school backpack at the following link: https://schulranzenberatung-hugendubel.reservix.de/30% discount with the Hugendubel customer card.

We are starting our summer vacation program with a cinema afternoon, where we can watch a movie together and relax. Important: It may always happen that actions and excursions end up to 60 minutes earlier or later. Additionally, we must limit the number of participants, and registration is subject to change, as there may be short-term changes in the program. A waiting list will be available in the event of increased demand. We look forward to your participation in our vacation activities and wish you a lot of fun and an eventful summer time!

The second day of the festival invites children, youth, and families to a creative holiday day in nature. Discover exciting workshops on crafting, printing, cooking, sewing, moving, and storytelling, try new things, and spend a varied day together on the grounds of the Forest School Kassel.ScheduleFrom 9:30 AM Arrival on the grounds10:00–12:00 PM Workshops- Art and Nature Workshop with Arya Atti- Shaping Sound Worlds – Developing Audio Stations with Thomas Hof- Movement with the Elements Earth, Fire, and Air with Esther Kasenda- Printing with Fingerprints with Dina Tarif- Cooking Workshop with Joey Arand- Parent Workshop “The Future Begins at Home” with Petra Vos12:30 PM Communal Lunch (against donation)1:30–3:30 PM Workshops- Shaping Sound Worlds with Thomas Hof- Sewing Workshop with Kima Mohammad- Sports and Movement with Bastian Renner- Drawing Comics and Telling Stories with Jiaqi Hou- Marbling Paper with Luna HirtGood to knowEntry is free. We appreciate a donation.Communal lunch at 12:30 PM against donation.Children up to and including 12 years can only visit the grounds accompanied by an adult supervisor.Participation in the workshops is free.No registration is required.Participation in the workshops is subject to availability of spots.ArrivalSince there are no parking facilities available on the grounds, we recommend arriving by public transport or by bicycle.

Exhibition EARTH WOOD in the Kubatur at the Kulturbahnhof The Artists' Estates Association Kassel warmly invites you to the opening of the exhibition "EARTH WOOD" on 24.04.2026 at 7 PM in the Kubatur at Kulturbahnhof Kassel. The donation of a collection of 15 paintings by Hildegard Jaekel prompts the association to present these timeless works of art. Two of the oldest artists of the association meet; the curators present Hildegard Jaekel with the earth images from her middle creative period, characterized by formal consistency and subtle color usage; Johannes Schönert shows wooden sculptures that incorporate the space with an extremely reduced artistic language and balanced composition. The exhibition is introduced by Anne-Kathrin Auel. Contact: info@kuenstlernachlaesse-kassel.de www.kuenstlernachlaesse-kassel.de

Thursday is Pub Evening! We invite you every Thursday to our colorful pub evening in our bar! Between deliciously affordable drinks and relaxed bar music - sometimes served from the hands of local DJs - you can play billiards, N64, and kicker for free or play table tennis in the side room (round robin possible!). Or you can take a seat at the regulars' table Bettenhausen, which has been taking place in Sandershaus on Thursdays for years and always welcomes new faces from all over the city. Board and card games are also available for you, as our game night is integrated into the pub evening. If you want to go out on a Thursday without company, you will surely and easily make contact with others at the pub evening in Sandershaus! Perhaps you just want to enjoy an after-work drink with colleagues or friends in a cozy atmosphere? Then you are very welcome here! The bar is open from 6 PM to midnight. Admission is free!

In the meadow bordering Alex Ruh in Baunatal/Guntershausen, various works will be showcased for four weeks, related to nature and the local area. "Through the form of presentation, new connections to the landscape, natural conditions, and human influences are created," explains Barbara Wokurka from KulturNetz Kassel and curator of the exhibition. "During the duration of the exhibition, the works will be further shaped by the influences of wind and weather, without human intervention." The exhibits are intentionally exposed to this process. The exhibitors thus establish a connection to natural conditions, human influences, and the constant change of every material. The objects also possess a special aesthetics that challenge viewers to observe closely and allow for surprises while looking. The exhibits by the seven artists and the students of the Theodor-Heuss-Schule draw attention to the relationship between humans and nature. The exhibitors are: Iris Hoffmann Wilburg Kleff Kordula Klose Axel Kretschmer Miriam Leitner Lippold von Steimker Barbara Wokurka. The KultuNnetz collaborates intensively with the city of Baunatal (60 years of Baunatal) as well as the LOK Verein Guntershausen. Through the LOK Verein, other local associations will participate. The opening ceremony will feature performances by the Wohnzimmerchor and the children's choir of the Rengershausen elementary school. Catering during the opening ceremony will also be provided by local associations. The LOK Verein and the city will build on the exhibition and offer various workshops with different artists during the 4-week exhibition period. The exhibits by the artists at Fuldaufer are displayed directly along the R1 and Eco Path. The exhibition area is therefore easily reachable by public transport and is close to the Guntershausen train station from Kassel.

Until August 16, 2026, Kassel has been shaped by numerous concert venues over the past 200 years - from permanent theaters to tents and unusual locations like ships. Some events even made headlines and caused disruptions. The current special exhibition at the Spohr Museum brings this concert history back to life. Citizens of Kassel have contributed posters, photos, and memorabilia for this. The museum in Palais Bellevue not only showcases the life and work of the composer and conductor Louis Spohr but also connects historical themes with modern formats and interactive offerings for families. A variety of exhibits are on display - from instruments to personal everyday items.

Discover the creative and passionately crafted apprentice pieces from the tailor and carpenter trades. Look forward to individual furniture and tailored clothing that combine skill, creativity, and craftsmanship perfection. Come by and let yourself be inspired by the achievements of the young craftsmen! We are looking forward to your visit!