# IGA 2027 exhibition in the Ruhr region

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/iga-2027-exhibition-in-the-ruhr-region
> Updated: 2026-09-03T13:04:19.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The International Garden Exhibition (IGA 2027) has released preliminary programming details for its upcoming event in the Ruhr metropolitan region. Scheduled to begin on April 24, the exhibition is expected to span 178 days and attract approximately 3.1 million visitors.

Organized by the Regionalverband Ruhr (RVR) and local municipalities, the event will utilize five main locations, including core parks in Dortmund, Duisburg, and Gelsenkirchen, alongside projects in Lünen and the Emscherland. The program aims to highlight regional greenery and cultural diversity through various activities, including sports, theater, dance, and art. One announced highlight for the opening weekend is a concert by musician Kamrad near the ‘Wolke’ attraction.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: IGA 2027 announces program details for Ruhr region exhibition

The IGA 2027 International Garden Exhibition has announced its regional program, featuring musician Kamrad and spanning the Ruhr area with an expected 3.1 million visitors.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iga-2027-announces-program-details-for-ruhr-region-exhibition

### 2026-08-20: Ruhrtriennale arts festival begins in Germany

The Ruhrtriennale arts festival has launched in Germany's Ruhr region, featuring 119 events and 30 productions through September 20, 2026, including works by David Bowie and Marina Abramović.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ruhrtriennale-arts-festival-begins-in-germany

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