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Park & Event Venue

Grugapark Essen

Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia — 45147

800

Max Capacity

FROM

£4000

Per Day

Room Layouts

About This Venue

Grugapark Essen is a expansive 70-hectare urban park and event complex located in the heart of Essen, Germany. The venue combines beautiful parkland with modern event facilities including the renowned Grugahalle concert hall, exhibition spaces, and conference rooms. Originally created for the 1929 Great Ruhr Area Exhibition, the park offers versatile indoor and outdoor venues suitable for conferences, exhibitions, concerts, and corporate events. The complex features state-of-the-art technical equipment, professional catering services, and ample parking facilities. Its central location provides excellent transport links and easy access to Essen's city center, making it an ideal destination for both business and leisure events.

Room Capacities

theatre

3500

boardroom

classroom

2000

u shape

cabaret

800

reception

5000

dining

1200

banquet

1000

Pricing

Day rates from £4000

Pricing varies by venue, event type, and season. Contact venue directly for detailed quotations.

Features & Amenities

botanical garden setting

historic buildings

outdoor event spaces

exhibition halls

landscaped grounds

AV & Technical

Mobile PA Systems

Staging Equipment

Power Supply

Lighting Equipment

Wi-Fi

Ideal For

conferencescorporate retreatsproduct launchesteam buildingexhibitions

Location & Access

Virchowstraße 167a, Essen 45147

Accessible via Essen Hauptbahnhof (main train station) 2km away. Direct tram connections via Line 107 to Grugapark stop. Multiple bus routes including 145, 166. Düsseldorf Airport 45km, accessible by train and car.

Over 1000 parking spaces on-site. Additional street parking available in surrounding areas. Coach parking facilities available for groups.

Wheelchair accessible