April 2013
Go for a walk in the lovely Rombergpark, the English gardens of the Schloss Brünninghausen, which was destroyed during World War II. The castle's elegant Torhaus gate survived, and now hosts exhibitions and events.

January 2013
See Stomp at the Konzerthaus Dortmund from 2-6 January for a surprising, rhythmical and loud show that's suitable for non-German speakers and children (konzerthaus-dortmund.de).

October 2012
Don't miss the autumn 'Trödelmarkt' flea market at Westfalenpark on Sunday 28 October from 11am onwards. For information see www.westfalenpark.dortmund.de.

July 2012
Go to the Westfalenpark on 28 July for the Juicy Beats music festival, where dozens of German and international acts rock an audience of thousands.