Veranstaltung im Bürgersaal in Stroetmanns Fabrik © Eike Brünen

Stroetmanns Fabrik

Your place for events, culture, celebrations and encounters

In the middle of Emsdetten is a place where culture, encounters and community have been at home for many years: Stroetmann Fabrik. What was once an important textile factory is now one of the liveliest cultural centers in the region - a meeting place for people of all ages and an integral part of social life in Emsdetten.

Whether it's a concert, cabaret, theater performance, workshop, club event or family celebration - there's always something going on at Stroetmanns Fabrik. The program ranges from big stage moments to small encounters, from cultural highlights to regular courses and leisure activities. It is precisely this diversity that gives the house its special character.

What you can expect

  • Concerts of various musical genres
  • Cabaret and comedy events
  • Theater performances and cultural series
  • Workshops, courses and discussions
  • Events organized by clubs and institutions
  • High-quality gastronomy
  • Conferences, corporate events and celebrations

From textile factory to cultural center

The name is reminiscent of the former B. W. Stroetmann textile factory, which helped shape Emsdetten's industrial development for more than a century. After the production site was closed in the 1980s, the idea was born to revitalize the building as a cultural meeting place.

In 1994, the former factory was converted into a modern event center by the city of Emsdetten. An important part of the historic building fabric was preserved - a successful example of how industrial culture can be put to good use and become a place for the whole town.

Today, the building is run by the non-profit association "Sozio-kulturelles Zentrum Emsdetten e. V." and enjoys an excellent reputation far beyond the city limits. Stroetmanns Fabrik is much more than just an event venue. Clubs, cultural initiatives, artists, families, companies and guests from the entire region meet here. The building combines professional cultural work with local roots and creates space for exchange, creativity and community.

The heart of the building is the impressive atrium alongside the Bürgersaal. Under a modern glass roof, historic brick walls meet contemporary architecture. The preserved factory walls tell of the industrial past of the location and give every event a very special atmosphere.

Stroetmanns Fabrik Lichthof © Eike Brünen
Stroetmanns Fabrik Lichthof © Eike Brünen
Stroetmanns Fabrik Lichthof © Eike Brünen

Our tip:

Don't just visit the big events in the Bürgersaal, but also soak up the special atmosphere of the Lichthof. Concert evenings in particular show why Stroetmanns Fabrik is one of the most popular cultural venues in Münsterland.

Current events at Stroetmanns Fabrik


32 Events.
29.12.2026, 15:00 to ca. 29.12.2026, 16:30
Family concert with ICH & HERR MEYER
Kidspop for the whole family
Stroetmann's factory

Advance ticket sales will start shortly!

In 2026, ICH & HERR MEYER look back with joy and gratitude on an
exciting and successful first decade in German-language children’s and family entertainment.

It all began quite by chance at a pony farm in the
with the song ‘Mein Pony heißt Luise’.
Since then, over the last ten years, the two artists have earned a special place in the hearts of many families.

ICH & HERR MEYER sing and rap about the little squabbles between siblings, the freedom of staying with Granny and Grandad, current topics such as AI, and even that very first flutter in the stomach.

ICH & HERR MEYER’s diverse, catchy pop songs for children aged 6–10 can be found not only on the playlists of children’s radio stations such as Radio TEDDY and TOGGO Radio, but also on television in the programme “SingAlarm” on ZDFkika.

With plenty of energy, humour and catchy tunes,
, ICH & HERR MEYER create unforgettable experiences for young and old alike.

Further information can be found here: ichundherrmeyer.de

Press photo: Mejdi el Bekri/ Concert

Advance ticket sales will start shortly!In 2026, ICH & HERR MEYER look back with joy and gratitude on anexciting and successful first decade in German-language children’s and family entertainment.It all began quite by chance at a pony farm in thewith the song ‘Mein Pony heißt Luise’.Since then…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
Price
Free admission
0,00 €
04.01.2027, 19:00 to ca. 04.01.2027, 21:00
Live multi-vision show by Reinhard Pantke: ‘Norway and Sweden’
4,000 km by bike through Scandinavia
Stroetmann's factory

The globetrotter from Braunschweig spent over five months travelling through Norway and Sweden by bicycle, boat and train in 2026 and 2024, showcasing the diverse landscapes of Norway and Sweden. The journalist covered over 4,000 km on two separate journeys by bicycle alone, from spring to autumn.

The route takes him through spring-like Sweden, across the forested and lake-rich south of the country, with detours to the Göta Canal, the island of Öland, Sweden’s great lakes and the archipelago coast to the north.

In Norway, he cycled off the beaten track on routes such as the Rallarvegen, the Mjolkevegen and the Aursjøvegen, through magnificent landscapes between fjords and mountains.

In Norway, the route stretches from Oslo, through the fjord country, up to the Vesterålen islands, the island of Senja and all the way up to Tromsø. Taking the Swedish Inland Railway, the journey heads south to Jämtland in Sweden and back to eastern Norway, where it concludes amidst the vibrant colours of autumn.

As well as the majestic natural landscapes, images of the green and bustling cities of Oslo, Stockholm and Trondheim will also be presented.

As always, the multi-vision show will be presented live in a relaxed style, and audience members will also receive plenty of tips and information for their own travels. Further information is also available at www.reinhard-pantke.de


Tickets will be available from 1 December 2026 at the Emsdetten Tourist Office

Admission: €15 / concessions €13.

Concessions available for school pupils, students, the unemployed and people with disabilities.

The globetrotter from Braunschweig spent over five months travelling through Norway and Sweden by bicycle, boat and train in 2026 and 2024, showcasing the diverse landscapes of Norway and Sweden. The journalist covered over 4,000 km on two separate journeys by bicycle alone, from spring to…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
Ticket price

Tickets will be available from 1 December 2026 at the Emsdetten Tourist Board office

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15,00 €
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13,00 €
15.01.2027, 19:00 to ca. 15.01.2027, 21:00
The Celestial Night of the Tenors
20th Anniversary Tour: Friday 15 January 2027
Stroetmann's factory

The pure power of the voice: three opera tenors – unamplified, without microphones, without technical amplification

A concert evening that celebrates the essence of it all: the voice. With its 2026/2027 anniversary tour, ‘Die Himmlische Nacht der Tenöre’ looks back on 20 years of success on stage – whilst remaining true to its unique concept: opera singing in its purest form, completely unamplified, immediate and moving. At a time when live experiences are often dominated by technology, this format deliberately focuses on the opposite: absolute authenticity – carried by acoustics, the venue and artistic presence.

Three outstanding opera tenors, together with a finely tuned string ensemble, create a sonic world that requires no technical effects and is all the more powerful for it. The audience experiences not just music, but genuine, immediate sound quality – without filters, without electronic ‘amplification’.

In terms of programme, the anniversary tour returns once more to Bella Italia, the homeland of great opera composers and unforgettable melodies. Classics by Giuseppe Verdi, Giacomo Puccini, Ruggero Leoncavallo and Ernesto De Curtis form the musical core. Moments such as ‘La donna è mobile’ or ‘Passione’ become spine-tingling experiences thanks to this acoustic immediacy.

The anniversary tour’s programme brings together highlights from two decades with a festive repertoire centred around the turn of the year: great arias, timeless melodies and classic highlights that have been delighting audiences for generations. The three tenors are accompanied by a string ensemble and piano, which provide a transparent foundation that allows the voices to shine.

Whether in venerable churches or renowned concert halls: ‘The Heavenly Night of the Tenors’ is an invitation to experience opera and classical music once again as they were intended – as a pure interplay of voice, space and emotion.

The pure power of the voice: three opera tenors – unamplified, without microphones, without technical amplificationA concert evening that celebrates the essence of it all: the voice. With its 2026/2027 anniversary tour, ‘Die Himmlische Nacht der Tenöre’ looks back on 20 years of success on stage…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
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44,95 €
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41,95 €
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38,95 €
24.01.2027, 15:00 to ca. 24.01.2027, 16:00
Maunz and Wuff’s Good Day
as part of the ‘Pindopp’ children’s theatre series
Stroetmann's factory

For children aged 4 and over!

Wuff is a lovely chap and always in a good mood. Maunz, on the other hand, is a diva straight out of a storybook. Usually, the two get on quite well. But today it’s been raining all day and Maunz finds Wuff’s unfailing optimism rather annoying. First, she teases him with a juice-drinking contest – which, of course, she wins. Then, ‘by chance’, a fairy turns up and grants three wishes – just for Maunz, of course. Next, she tries to scare Wuff with a spooky story. But nothing works. Wuff is simply still in a good mood. Slowly but surely, Maunz gets angry and starts a proper row. But she hadn’t reckoned with Wuff’s unexpected reaction!

Tickets can be purchased from 2.30 pm for €5 at the box office.

No booking is required.

The “Pindopp” children’s theatre series is presented by Stroetmanns Fabrik and supported by Kreissparkasse Steinfurt.

For children aged 4 and over!Wuff is a lovely chap and always in a good mood. Maunz, on the other hand, is a diva straight out of a storybook. Usually, the two get on quite well. But today it’s been raining all day and Maunz finds Wuff’s unfailing optimism rather annoying. First, she teases him…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
Admission

Tickets can be purchased at the box office from 2.30 pm for €5.
No booking is required.

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5,00 €
14.02.2027, 15:00 to ca. 14.02.2027, 16:00
Oh dear – the egg’s gone!
as part of the ‘Pindopp’ children’s theatre series
Stroetmann's factory

A play for children aged three and over!

Feder and plump Käthe live in the nesting box. The young hen Pünktchen wants to take the last free spot. But she’s not allowed to join in until she’s laid an egg. And then it happens:

Pünktchen’s first egg: particularly beautiful, large and covered in dots! But suddenly, the wonder is gone. Who has stolen it? Holmes, the farm dog, sets out on a detective mission. There are plenty of suspects, but none

wants to admit to it! Elisa the young cat loves playing with balls – perhaps with the egg too? Or was Shirley the ewe the thief? What was Kalle the frog doing when he sneaked away from the frog concert? Or

could Rosalinde the sow be the culprit?

Tickets can be bought from 2.30 pm for €5 at the box office.

No booking is required.

The “Pindopp” children’s theatre series is presented by Stroetmanns Fabrik and supported by Kreissparkasse Steinfurt.

A play for children aged three and over!Feder and plump Käthe live in the nesting box. The young hen Pünktchen wants to take the last free spot. But she’s not allowed to join in until she’s laid an egg. And then it happens:Pünktchen’s first egg: particularly beautiful, large and covered in dots!
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
Admission

Tickets can be purchased from 2.30 pm for €5 at the box office.
No booking is required.

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5,00 €
06.03.2027, 20:00 to ca. 06.03.2027, 22:00
THE CASHBAGS
JOHNNY CASH BIRTHDAY SHOW
Stroetmann's factory

The Cashbags Live


“Johnny Cash Birthday Show”

To mark Johnny Cash’s birthday, The Cashbags are presenting a one-off special production at Stroetmanns Fabrik in Emsdetten. The show expands on the regular programme with a larger line-up and special musical moments.

The focus is on the “Man in Black’s” greatest songs – from his early Sun Records days right through to his later American Recordings. US singer Robert Tyson plays Johnny Cash, accompanied by Valeska Kunath as June Carter and the band in a classic Tennessee Three line-up.

Additional guests will also be appearing, including in the roles of Anita and Helen Carter, as well as The Ckoehler Family.

A unique live production, staged exclusively to mark Johnny Cash’s 95th birthday.

The Cashbags Live“Johnny Cash Birthday Show”To mark Johnny Cash’s birthday, The Cashbags are presenting a one-off special production at Stroetmanns Fabrik in Emsdetten. The show expands on the regular programme with a larger line-up and special musical moments.The focus is on the “Man in Black’s”…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
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42,00 €
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35,00 €
18.03.2027, 20:00 to ca. 18.03.2027, 22:00
NightWash Live!
COMEDY AT ITS BEST!
Stroetmann's factory
NightWash has been the leading brand for stand-up comedy
in Germany.

The format, which has won the German Comedy Award, presents renowned comedians and the latest talents from the comedy scene live on stage – at the original Waschsalon venue as well as on a major nationwide live tour featuring over 200 shows a year.

Today’s stars such as Felix Lobrecht, Özcan Cosar, Chris Tall, Tahnee, Olaf Schubert, Bülent Ceylan, Torsten Sträter, Bastian Bielendorfer, Markus Krebs, Simon Stäblein, Tutty Tran and many more made their debut at the legendary cult comedy laundrette.

NightWash brings the best stand-up comedy from up-and-coming comedians, future stars and talented newcomers to the stage, paired with the very best audience.

Every show is one of a kind – COMEDY AT ITS BEST!

The line-up to follow!

Information and dates at nightwash.de
NightWash has been the leading brand for stand-up comedyin Germany.The format, which has won the German Comedy Award, presents renowned comedians and the latest talents from the comedy scene live on stage – at the original Waschsalon venue as well as on a major nationwide live tour featuring over…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
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37,22 €
02.04.2027, 20:00 to ca. 02.04.2027, 23:00
Bernd Stelter
Sunshine in my heart, nonsense in my head!
Stroetmann's factory

Songs are wonderful. You can tell a story in five minutes.

That would be rather difficult to do in a piece of prose. Songs have melody and rhythm. A song is a feeling. Some songs make you laugh; others bring a tear to your eye. A song can be funny or sad, cheerful or melancholic.

Bernd Stelter writes songs the way other people keep a diary. You can hear how he was feeling at the time. Did he have sunshine in his heart or nonsense in his head? Or both?

‘Sunshine in his heart, nonsense in his head!’ The song recital with Bernd Stelter is all of these things: a life in songs, sometimes loud, sometimes quiet, sometimes cheerful and then melancholic again. And the most important thing is: when you leave the hall after two hours of laughing and dreaming, singing and smiling, you’re sure to feel great.

Songs are wonderful. You can tell a story in five minutes.That would be rather difficult to do in a piece of prose. Songs have melody and rhythm. A song is a feeling. Some songs make you laugh; others bring a tear to your eye. A song can be funny or sad, cheerful or melancholic.Bernd Stelter writes…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
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43,75 €
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40,45 €
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37,15 €
10.04.2027, 20:00 to ca. 10.04.2027, 22:00
Topas / SECRET POWER – RESCHEDULED DATE FROM 20 MARCH 2026
Topas’s one-man magic show
Stroetmann's factory

The event has been postponed!

Sometimes even magic needs a little more time

Unfortunately, we have to inform you that the planned date for the ‘Secret Power’ magic show on 20 March 2026 in Emsdetten has been rescheduled.

The good news is:

The show has not been cancelled, but postponed to a new date:

New date: 10 April 2027

Venue: remains the same

Tickets already purchased will, of course, remain valid.


Does this man have secret powers? Absolutely. After all, TOPAS is a two-time world champion of magic.

In his fifth stage show, TOPAS amazes once again with completely new magic and unprecedented illusions. In this age of comic-book superheroes, the comedian amongst magicians reveals his secret powers without any camera tricks and, as it should be – live! TOPAS tears himself in two and puts himself back together again. Lightning flashes from his hands; Turkish lemonade flies through the air. Bricks shatter, porcelain materialises, and a YouTuber reads the

audience’s thoughts. TOPAS dances the rumba with a robot, speaks in regional dialects and proves himself to be a clairvoyant whilst blindfolded. And in a magical allegory, TOPAS reflects on the severed bond between the generations and

celebrates an astonishing renewal. TOPAS presents illusions and innovations – and reflects on it all with a twinkle in his eye. What does a

magician do to work themselves into shape? TOPAS hovers above the treadmill and amazes with 1,000 ideas in


SECRET POWER.

The event has been postponed!Sometimes even magic needs a little more timeUnfortunately, we have to inform you that the planned date for the ‘Secret Power’ magic show on 20 March 2026 in Emsdetten has been rescheduled.The good news is:The show has not been cancelled, but postponed to a new date:New…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
Tickets
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48,00 €
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40,00 €
20.06.2027, 19:00 to ca. 20.06.2027, 22:00
Guido Cantz
Strange times
Stroetmann's factory

Climate change. Artificial intelligence. Legal cannabis. Political correctness. A shift to the right. Vegan hot dogs. Gun-free zones. And on top of that, Friedrich Merz, a second-choice Chancellor… there’s no denying it: we’re living in strange times. The question is: can we still find the funny side to these strange times, despite all the uncertainties and legitimate concerns? We certainly can. At least when top comedian Guido Cantz takes to the stage.

The blond entertainer has been delighting his fans for 34 years with his unmistakable humour and spot-on jokes. Whether as a presenter, a quick-witted guest on numerous

TV shows or as a speaker at the Cologne Carnival: when Cantz turns up, there’s guaranteed to be a good laugh!

This naturally also applies to his acclaimed solo shows on stages across Germany. With his sixth show, ‘Komische Zeiten’, Guido Cantz takes a humorous look at a world that seems to be falling apart at the seams. Even he can’t stop all the madness – but the comedy star is convinced: with a laugh, the whole thing is definitely easier to bear!

In his latest show, Guido Cantz presents his very own take on the strange times we’re currently living through: with his natural wit, he pushes artificial intelligence to its limits, meets his own avatar and explains why a ban on knives really only makes sense in one place: on a bouncy castle.

At the same time, he recounts the comical times he’s been through with his own family and explains why it’s an explosive mix when a midlife crisis, the menopause and puberty all collide at the same time – a powder keg that gets virtually no coverage in the news. But it features all the more (and is all the funnier) in Guido Cantz’s new stage show!

Following his hit shows ‘Cantz schön frech’, ‘Ich will ein Kind von Dir’, ‘Cantz schön clever’, ‘Blondiläum’ and ‘Das volle Programm’, Germany’s blondest entertainer is really stepping on the gas again. He promises his fans: whilst you might come across funny moments on the ‘Tagesthemen’ news programme and on TikTok, nowhere are they AS funny as they are with Guido Cantz!

Further information at www.guidocantz.de

Climate change. Artificial intelligence. Legal cannabis. Political correctness. A shift to the right. Vegan hot dogs. Gun-free zones. And on top of that, Friedrich Merz, a second-choice Chancellor… there’s no denying it: we’re living in strange times. The question is: can we still find the funny…
Friedrichstraße 2
48282 Emsdetten
Ticket price
Advance booking
32,30 €
Advance booking
34,50 €

Contact at Stroetmanns Fabrik

Lukas Furth
GeschäftsführungStroetmanns Fabrik
l.furth@stroetmannsfabrik.de
02572-97472
Lukas Tecklenborg
Leitung Events & Kinder- und JugendkulturStroetmanns Fabrik
l.tecklenborg@stroetmannsfabrik.de
02572-97472
Lars Berghus
Leitung GastronomieStroetmanns Fabrik
l.berghus@stroetmannsfabrik.de
02572-97472