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The Ruhr region thrives on solidarity, as does our European Union.

At the "Europa, ich komm' aus dir!” festival on 17 October, we’ll be opening the doors of Bochum’s iconic ‘Matrix’ club to young people who are passionate about Europe. From the afternoon into evening, we’ll celebrate what unites young people across Europe and North Rhine-Westphalia: loud, great music, enthusiasm for the future, progressive politics and the desire to push the far right back on the defensive. 

Please note: Following the debate festival, there will be a concert by Betterov at the Matrix – the voice of a generation, blending indie rock, post-punk and big emotions! All festival participants can attend the Betterov concert free of charge. Doors open on 17 October at 6 pm at the latest.

 

You can find the programme here.
Participants include:

  • Hannes Kreschel (Blogger, Kreschfield Report)
  • Gianni Matheja (Student)
  • Nour Idelbi (Innovator)
  • Jochen Ott (SPD NRW)
  • Giacomo Filibeck (PES)

What?

 

Please click here to see the full programme.

  • Inspiring political talks on topics such as:
    • “Dreams” – What visions do young people have for their future, and how can we create the political conditions together to turn those dreams into reality?
    • “Loneliness” – Loneliness affects many people, especially young people. We will discuss its causes and what politics and society can do to combat social isolation.
    • “Young Workers” – How do young people want to work and live today? This panel will focus on fair working conditions, participation in decision-making, and what a good future work environment should look like.
  • Following the debate festival, there will be a concert by Betterov at the Matrix – the voice of a generation, blending indie rock, post-punk and big emotions! 

Admission is free! Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the venue.

Important Information

  • Entry is only possible until 18:00 and requires presentation of both an entry ticket/confirmation email and an identity card.
  • Participants under the age of 18 must bring a completed parental consent form (“Muttizettel”). This can be downloaded here
  • Bags must be smaller than A4 size. Bag checks will be carried out on site.

The venue is not fully accessible (no elevator). Our volunteers will be happy to assist with stairs.
Please indicate during registration if you require support.

When?

 

17 October 2026
16h00-00h00

 

Where?

Matrix Bochum
Hauptstraße 200,
44892 Bochum Ost,
Germany

Who?

Among the representatives from PES, SPD NRW, NRW Jusos and civil society:

  • Hannes Kreschel (Blogger, Kreschfield Report)
  • Gianni Matheja (Comedian, Journalist, Student)
  • Nour Idelbi (Innovator)
  • Jochen Ott (SPD NRW)
  • Giacomo Filibeck (PES)
  • Ronja Ebeling (Author)
  • Nina Gaedike (Jugendbildungsreferentin der DGB Jugend NRW)
  • Melis Asya Bozali (YENÍ Youth)
  • Serdar Yüksel (MP)
  • Tobias Cremer (MEP)
  • Michelle Gnatzy (Jusos NRW)
  • Thomas Vaupel (PES)
  • Dominique de Marné (Mental Health Europe, Mental Health Crowd, GmbH)
  • Juliane Pougins (Krisenchat)
  • Dirk Zimmer (Matrix)
  • And many more