Waikiki Open Air Festival Dinslaken

Open Air on the Lower Rhine

Dinslaken is located on the western edge of the Ruhr area, directly on the Lower Rhine and at the level of the Wesel-Datteln Canal. The city is part of the Wesel district and has around 70,000 inhabitants. In September 2026, the outdoor area of DINamare – the municipal swimming pool with an adjacent event area – will become a festival stage for two days: the Waikiki Open Air.

When and Where is the Festival?

The Waikiki Open Air 2026 will take place on Friday, September 11th, and Saturday, September 12th, 2026, at the DINamare grounds (Am Stadtbad 7-9, 46537 Dinslaken). Gates open daily from 2:00 PM, with the musical program running into the late evening hours.

Line-up and Genre Mix

The festival clearly positions itself in the realm of Electronic, Dance Pop, and DJ sets:

• Glockenbach – Deep House and Pop producer from Munich, one of the headliners
• Bassjackers – Dutch dance DJ duo known for Big Room hits
• Bovski – Tropical House and Pop producer
• Around 25 artists in total over two days
• DJ sets on the main stage, complemented by stages for newcomers

Tropical Setting

The festival's trademark is its tropical staging: thatched roofs, palm decorations, tiki bars, surfboards as directional signs, sand in the beach area. Unlike classic open-air stages, Waikiki aims to create an island atmosphere – fitting its name.

• Cocktail bars serving Hawaiian and tropical drinks
• Food trucks offering Pacific and Asian cuisine
• Surf and beach decor throughout the grounds
• Beach lounge for relaxation breaks

DINamare Grounds

DINamare is the indoor and outdoor swimming pool complex in the city of Dinslaken, located on Voerder Straße / Am Stadtbad. The adjacent outdoor area is well-suited for medium-sized open-air events: solid infrastructure (electricity, sanitation), good public transport connections, firm ground. Waikiki is utilizing this setting for its second edition in Dinslaken.

Dinslaken and the Northern Lower Rhine

Dinslaken is part of the Wesel district and lies at the intersection of the Ruhr area and the Lower Rhine. The city was shaped by hard coal mining for decades (Lohberg colliery, closed in 2005) and has since transformed into a location focused on logistics, medium-sized businesses, and local recreation. Festivals like the Waikiki Open Air are part of this new generation of cultural offerings.