“Save the Planet,” rings a faint echo here. It was the slogan for a festival held right here at Waldbühne Habinghorst. Waldbühne Habinghorst isn’t just a venue. It’s a place where community and culture meet.
Waldbühne Habinghorst is located at Wartburgstraße 115 in Castrop-Rauxel, Germany. This open-air stage has a history of hosting diverse events. Metal shows rocked this stage back in 2016. The “Save the Planet” festival became a tradition.
Imagine the scene at Waldbühne Habinghorst. It is September 14th. The festival buzzes with activity from 2 PM to 10 PM. This open-air event is organized by the Jugendzentrum Café Q. They are part of the evangelische Kirchengemeinde Habinghorst. The Rock ‘n’ Roll-Musikschule Castrop-Rauxel joins them. Together, they craft a program for all ages.
Children’s laughter fills the air. The Stadtjugendring Castrop-Rauxel provides a bouncy castle. Die Falken bring a Kastenrutsche. The Jugendrotkreuz offers airbrush tattoos. Kids paint faces and build instruments. Kita Senfkorn lets young visitors decorate bags.
Various groups share their work. They are committed to protecting the planet. Schokuhminza promotes animal welfare. The Vegane Stammtisch Castrop-Rauxel advocates for veganism. The Eine-Welt-Zentrum informs about global issues. Friday-for-Future raises climate awareness. Rettet die alte Eiche fights to save an old oak tree. The Friedenskreis Castrop-Rauxel promotes peace. Food and drinks come from the region. Information stands remain open until at least 6:30 PM. Children’s activities run until at least 5 PM.
The Rock ‘n’ Roll-Musikschule students perform at 2:30 PM. Young musicians take the stage at 3:30 PM. The Qult-Projektchor presents their songs. Bands like Aiden Keen and Strommasten start playing at 5 PM. Why Amnesia and Headshriker join them. These regional bands were selected before summer. Half of the event’s proceeds go to the Café Q. The other half supports a school project in Bukavu, Congo.
Waldbühne Habinghorst is more than just a stage. It is a place for music. It is a place for community. It is a place for making a difference.