Busy shoppers flock to the latest addition in Essen's bustling retail scene: a lively holiday market.
Get ready for an exciting new addition to Essen's evening scene! A new after-work market called "Markt Nach Feierabend" (Market After Work) is set to debut at the castle ruins in Essen-Burgaltendorf on July 17. This event promises a lively evening market experience, focusing on excellent food, drinks, and socialising beyond the confines of regular working hours.
Organised by EVV Verwertungs- und Betriebs GmbH (EVB), this new market format aims to provide a laid-back social atmosphere where locals and visitors alike can unwind after their workday, indulging in a variety of local gastronomic offerings. Although the specific vendors and activities are yet to be announced, similar markets typically feature local food stands, craft beverages, and opportunities for informal socialising outdoors.
The choice of Essen-Burgaltendorf as the location for this pilot project was inspired by its unique atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for a summer market in the evening. The event will be a collaboration between the Essen weekly markets and the Heimat- und Burgaltendorf Castle Association, with members of the latter assisting in the organisation.
Visitors can look forward to a range of food options, including sausages, steaks, and sweet dishes, as well as freshly tapped beer, summer wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic refreshments. For those driving, limited parking is available near the Church of the Sacred Heart on the Old Main Street, approximately 400 meters away. Alternatively, the ruined castle is easily accessible by public transportation, with bus line 166 taking about 15 minutes from Steele, and the express bus serving the castle from the city center.
For those seeking a place to sit and relax, various seating and stay options will be provided. The market premiere is on July 17, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. If the response is positive, plans for regular implementation during the summer months and potential expansion to other special locations in Essen in 2026 are under consideration.
Holger Peters, managing director of EVB, explains that they have been considering expanding the after-work market concept to other locations in Essen for some time. Alina Minor, from the market department of EVB, is the main organizer of this new after-work market, with Olaf Ullrich assisting her in the event's coordination.
For more specific details, local event announcements or Essen-Burgaltendorf community resources might provide additional updates closer to or after the launch date. If you're in the area, visiting on July 17 should give you the full experience of this new after-work market aimed at combining leisure, local delicacies, and community engagement.
Enthused by the unique ambiance of Essen-Burgaltendorf, this new after-work market, "Markt Nach Feierabend," aims to offer an engaging outdoor-living experience. Organized by EVV Verwertungs- und Betriebs GmbH (EVB), the market will provide a lively lifestyle event, featuring home-and-garden elements like food, drinks, and seating options, fostering socialization and community engagement.
