That vibrant and colorful rave in the Ruhr region is back! On July 5th, 2025, OLGA Park in Oberhausen will be turned into one massive dance floor again. Ruhr in Love is set to welcome 300 DJs, delivering the best beats across 30 unique stages for approximately 35,000 anticipated visitors. And one thing is for sure: we can’t wait for that big family party with music, love, and good humor!
Antje
Ruhr in Love has been a cornerstone of the German techno scene for over two decades – and a true celebration of diversity, tolerance, and electronic music in all of its forms. You’ll definitely find your vibe here, no matter if you’re into techno, house, hardcore, or goa!
Two main stages, endless energy
The place to be, always vibrant and lively: ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to the Centre Stage! The heart of Ruhr in Love, packed with power performances by Neelix, Harris & Ford, Gestört aber Geil, BENNETT, Noel Holler, Jasmin Blust, and more – all bringing their A-game to keep you moving all day long!
The techno heads may rather be drawn to the second main stage, the Klaudia Gawlas & Friends floor – where it’s all about relentless energy, dark vibes, and a deep sense of community. Featuring DJ Rush, Kalte Liebe, Per Pleks, and – of course – stage host Klaudia Gawlas, we can expect an intensive underground journey through deep, driving sounds and hypnotic intensity. Kicking things off at 12:00 p.m. will be Ties van Dun, the talented newcomer DJ who won the preceding DJ contest and was personally selected by Klaudia to open the stage!
Love, laugh, rubber ducks
Ruhr in Love has always had a special charm – characterized by fun, inclusivity, and pure joy. One of the quirkiest traditions? The rubber duck race on the artificial canal in the afternoon through OLGA Park. Cheer on your favorite duck or float across the water in one of the mini duck boats, experiencing that unique Ruhr in Love vibe. Even the senior citizens living nearby love the spectacle!
Floors for every flavor
30 floors in total but we’ve only named two so long… so, what about the other 28 ones? To be fair, the list is long and there are too many stages to name them all in one go – therefore, here are some of the highlights you shouldn’t miss:
- The Affenkäfig & Rheinaudio stage featuring deep, melodic techno by TiefUndTon and raw, industrial hard techno by Matthias Olck
- Sebastian Groth’s “Powertechno” set at the Tagesraver stage (05:00 p.m.)
- The fusion of uplifting hands up rhythms with the pounding kicks of the harder styles at the TechnoBase.FM meets HardBase.FM stage
- The hard-hitting festival atmosphere on the Pollnik & Freunde floor, brought to you by Paul Keen and Justin Pollnik himself
And we’re just scratching the surface here!
There’s so much more for you to wander around and explore:
- Acid Wars, Techno Rulez! & Partykumpel Ruhrgebiet – techno, hard techno, acid
- A.L.E.X. Events, 100% Hardcore & Masters of Noise. pres. Hardcore Gladiators – hardcore
- ANTIDOTE meets Queer United supported by VIVENTAS MUSIC – EDM, tech house, big room
- bigFM Nitrox & Friends – house, deep house, tech house
- Bullidisco
- Camp414 meets KME – hardcore, hard techno, hardtekk
- Chuffer-Events’ GoaGarden x HDR-Acoustics – psy trance, progressive trance, goa
- Club-Campury-Circus – house, techno, hands up
- Day At The Beach by Palmlands x Sounddoc – tech house
- DEQUINOX Hardcore by One Time Events – hardcore, frenchcore, uptempo
- e-Lake Festival invites Wildside & Nova – tech house, techno, hard techno
- Future Radio meets Vega x 538 – techno
- Heaven & Hill Festival meets Global Stage – techno, EDM, goa
- Jung & Wild meets Ibiza World Club Tour – tech house, techno, hands up
- Loca71 – techno, tech house, electro
- Melodienschmiede e.V. – tech house, techno, hard techno
- Ocean Electro – tech house, progressive house, big room
- Out of Control D&B Crew East Belgium – drum & bass
- Party-Fraktion WAT hosted by Chris Newmas & Friends – techno, tech house, house
- Playerz Club & Clublife vs. Marc Wall.E & Friends – techno, tech house, electro
- Siedepunkt & Electro Box pres. BAMBULE – house, tech house, techno
- SUNSHINE LIVE – hands up, techno, electro
- Technobus
- V.I.B.E.Z. Production – goa, psy trance, progressive trance
A celebration of togetherness
What makes Ruhr in Love truly special is its vibe. The freedom to turn your inside out and truly express yourself. The people around you, providing that warm, “one family” feeling. With its summer-themed stages, the open-minded crowd, and the playful side activities, Ruhr in Love is a festival where everyone is welcome, from first-timers to scene veterans. Whether you’re on your own or with your crew – you’ll be part of the Ruhr in Love family!
See you in Oberhausen!
Buy your tickets now:
https://www.ruhr-in-love.de/tickets
General information
Date: July 5th, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location: OLGA Park, Oberhausen, Germany
Age for admission: 16 years
Links
Tickets:
https://www.ruhr-in-love.de/tickets
FAQ:
https://www.ruhr-in-love.de/info/faq
Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1490422444890942