Are you attending?
Event Details
What is the Autumn Opening Party at Laufsteg?
The Autumn Opening Party marks the start of the new party season at Laufsteg Dortmund, one of the city's best known nightclubs, located directly on Königswall opposite the German Football Museum. Laufsteg has been running since 1991 and holds several hundred guests; Saturdays are traditionally "Club Night", featuring house, black classics, Latino, Afrobeats and club classics with rotating DJs from the North Rhine-Westphalia scene.
When does the party take place?
The Autumn Opening Party takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026. Doors open at 10:00 PM; Laufsteg's regular Saturday hours run until around 5:00 AM.
Find Accommodation in Dortmund
Compare the best hotel prices for this event and secure your accommodation in time.
Free cancellation on most hotels
Where does the party take place?
The venue is Laufsteg Dortmund, Königswall 26, 44137 Dortmund, centrally located in the city centre, just a few minutes' walk from Dortmund Central Station, with several parking garages nearby.
Who is playing?
DJ Xhonatan, a regular at Laufsteg, provides a mix of Latin, house, party classics and disco for the night, from well known sing along hits to danceable beats that keep the party going into the early hours.
How much does entry cost?
Entry is free for women on this night. For men, Laufsteg's regular Saturday entry is around 10 euros, though this can vary for special events. There are also drink specials: Jägermeister shots for 3 euros and vodka lemon for 6 euros.
Visitor Tips for Laufsteg Dortmund
- Laufsteg sits centrally near the main train station, making it easy to reach by bus or train.
- As a well known and popular venue, arriving early helps avoid queues.
- Several parking garages are within a few minutes' walk for those arriving by car.
- Exact entry terms and any dress code can vary slightly depending on the night's promoter, so it is worth checking Laufsteg's current announcements before visiting.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
The photo used is illustrative and does not necessarily depict the actual event.
