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If you are a music lover, there is a varied concert program with lots of interesting music experiences. But, if you don’t fancy music, don’t worry; there are other events on offer like public fairs, theatre shows, lectures and art exhibitions.
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If you are looking for inspiration for your next fun outing, then check out what is going on at this very moment. We’re sure you’ll find just the right experience for you.
The Hockey Factory
May 3 - December 21, 2025.
In May, Herning hosted the Ice Hockey World Championship – and at the Textile Museum, you have the opportunity to get up close to the fascinating history of ice hockey in o...
International Street Art Festival 2025
June 28 - 29, 2025.
Experience world-class street art as Lions Brande invites you to the 9th International Street Art Festival. As tradition dictates, international street artists will let their brus...
Kolossal Pop-up Kunstudstilling - Street art & grafitti
28-29. June 2025.
For one weekend, Remisen transforms into a vibrant art-mecca when Kolossal pops up with a very special exhibition: street art & grffiti - on canvas.
Forget about traditional exhibi...
MG-magi RemisenBrande
Sunday, June 29 2025.
Car enthusiasts meets artistic energy.
Here you can experience something truly special in front of RemisenBrande, when up to 20 beautiful MG sports cars will roll onto the fron...
Landsskuet
From 3 July to 5 July.
Northern Europe's largest livestock exhibition, which last year attracted a total of 51,496 visitors.
At the National Show Grounds, you can experience more than 2,500 of Denma...
Formland Autumn 2025
17 – 19 August 2025.
This is where the design industry meets, networks are built, deals are made, and shops are updated with a wealth of design and interior news.
You can get inspired, shop, and netwo...
Herning Opera Festival
August 27 – 31, 2025.
Herning Opera Festival 2025 offers an exceptional musical experience for both locals and visitors. The festival runs throughout the year, transforming Herning Municipality into ...
850th Anniversary in Brande
August 31 - September 7, 2025.
Join us for a cornucopia of entertainment and festivities as Brande celebrates its 850th anniversary.
The official opening of Brande’s city anniversary will take place...
See more events
Have a look at the event calendar. There are exciting events all year around in Herning and Ikast-Brande. Experience amazing concerts at Jyske Bank Boxen, professional fairs and fairs open to the public at MCH Messecenter Herning, inspiring lectures in MCH Herning Kongrescenter, the food market at Strøgcentret in Ikast, and much more.
Future large events
There’s a reason that we are Denmark’s destination for businesses, events, art and great experiences. Have a look at what’s on in 2025/2026. Even more unique experiences with the people you care about. See you again soon!

Photo:Euroskills
Euro Skills 2025
September 9 - 13, 2025.
This event will feature around 700 skilled young professionals from across Europe competing for European Championship medals in 38 different professions at EuroSkills 2025.
Photo:Lars Møller/MCH
Rasmus Seebach
November 28 + 29, 2025.
Get ready to sing along to beloved hits like "Natteravn," "Falder," "Engel," "Øde Ø," and many more when the popular Danish singer Rasmus Seebach performs.

Photo:Jannie Nyegaard
DM Week 2026
June 15 - 21, 2026.
In 2026, Herning Municipality will host DM Week with over 200 Danish championships across numerous sports – from city center events to water sports at Fuglsang Lake and competitions near HEART.
All this is going on in Herning and Ikast-Brande, and you’re invited
Are you ready for world-class, unique experiences? Then check out what’s on in Herning and Ikast-Brande; Denmark’s top destinations for business, events, art and great experiences.
Many of our visitors come to the area on business for some of the many fairs and conferences at MCH Messecenter Herning. Business tourists also come to the area for meetings with the many international companies that reside in the area.
We look forward to welcoming you when you visit us for one of these large events, concerts or sporting events. Or maybe you’ll come to experience our wonderful art and culture, or nature and outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, canoeing, golfing.
Children (and the young at heart) can also enjoy a great number of experiences and activities. Have fun at Baboon City, the skate parks, nature playgrounds, mountain bike tracks, football golf or maybe at one of our fun water parks.
There really is something for everyone in Herning and Ikast-Brande.