Even though things will be a little quieter on the asphalt of the Nürburgring in the near future, numerous indoor events will still attract visitors to this versatile event location in winter. The successful comedy format NightWash Live, several cheerleading events, and the popular Darts am Ring gala will all be making guest appearances in the Eifel region. At the beginning of December, all carnival fans will get their money's worth at the ring°arena – at the German Carnival Guard Dance Championship. At the beginning of January, karate athletes from Germany and abroad will once again be guests at the Ring. However, the job fair powered by Nürburgring will kick things off. On November 7 and 8, numerous top-class employers will present themselves to their potential applicants.
The events at a glance:
Job fair powered by Nürburgring | November 7 and 8, 2025
Find a new job, dual study program, or apprenticeship at racing speed: The “Job Fair powered by Nürburgring” is entering its fourth round. After the event set a new record last year with 2,500 visitors and 60 exhibitors, the same number of companies will once again be providing information about career prospects this year. This year, numerous big names will once again enrich the fair – including industry giants such as the German Armed Forces and zeusaudio. In addition, numerous well-known companies from the Meuspath industrial park, the region around the Ring, and beyond have announced their attendance. Destination Nürburgring will also present its portfolio – in an entertaining and informative way. The job fair will once again take place in the ring°arena: regardless of the weather and within earshot, eyeshot, and smell of the Grand Prix circuit. Admission is free for visitors. If you want to top off your visit to the job fair with some thrilling racing, the Cologne-Ahrweiler Rally will be taking place at the same time on and around the Ring.
NightWash Live | November 15, 2025
The well-known comedy series “NightWash Live” is coming back to the Nürburgring. Once started in a Cologne laundromat, the TV-famous format is still a springboard for stand-up newcomers today. This time, Ben Schafmeister, Laura Brümmer, Robert Alan, Anissa Loucif, and Sertac Mutlu will be there. The comedians will perform at the ring°werk – right next to the Grand Prix circuit. If you would like to attend the Ring edition of NightWash Live, tickets are available for €32 at nuerburgring.de.
German Carnival Guard Dance Championship | December 6 and 7, 2025
A spectacle in the fifth season: At the beginning of December, Germany's best guard dancers will transform the ring°arena into a carnival stronghold. Spectators can look forward to spectacular flying routines and figures. The usual rousing music and arena atmosphere with professional lighting technology and a large stage will make this event a very special weekend for carnival enthusiasts. Both children and adults will perform in different classes. This is where all carnival fans get their money's worth even before the hot phase in January and February. Tickets (from €35, reduced €18.50) are available online at nuerburgring.de.
Several cheerleading championships | November 22, 2025, January 24 and 25, 2026
The ring°arena at the Nürburgring is increasingly becoming a stronghold for national cheerleading championships. Spectators can look forward to impressive performances with acrobatics, dance, and choreography of the highest standard. A wide range of age groups compete against each other. The performances also guarantee a great atmosphere and well-filled stands. The following events are scheduled: Rhineland-Palatinate State Championship (CCVRP) on November 22, West Regional Championship (CCVD) on January 24, SC Regionals & Stage Events West (CCVD) on January 25, and the Stage Championships Nationals on June 20. Further information on the individual events is available at nuerburgring.de.
Karate: International Rhein Shiai | January 9 to 11, 2026
For years, they have been kicking off the Nürburgring event calendar: the karateka of the International Rhein Shiai. Around 1,000 athletes from all over the world now traditionally come to the Ring for the karate competition shortly after the turn of the year. This makes the event one of the largest karate tournaments in the world. For the sixth time, young and adult athletes will compete for an entire weekend in the ring°arena. If you would like to watch the fighters in action, tickets are already available for €10 at nuerburgring.de.
Darts at the Ring Gala | March 28, 2026
“One hundred and eightyyyy” will once again echo through the ring°arena at the end of March. A selection of the world's most famous darts players will compete for the day's victory at the Darts Gala at the Nürburgring. In the past, world champions such as Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price, and Michael Smith have taken part. Even though it is not yet clear who will be coming to the Ring next year, they are guaranteed to be celebrated again by frenetic fans of the flying darts. Thousands of them will flock to the Nürburgring again in March 2026 in creative costumes and in high spirits. Ticket sales will start shortly. If you want to secure the best seats in the Eifel Ally Pally, it's best to visit the Nürburgring and PDC Europe darts organization websites regularly or follow them on their social media channels.
All indoor events in winter 2025/2026 at a glance:
- November 7–8, 2025 Job fair powered by Nürburgring
- November 15, 2025 NightWash Live
- November 22, 2025 Rhineland-Palatinate State Championship (CCVRP) (cheerleading)
- December 6–7, 2025 German Carnival Guard Dance Championship
- January 9–11, 2026 International Rhine Shiai (karate)
- January 24, 2026 Regional Championship West (CCVD) (cheerleading)
- January 25, 2026 SC Regionals & Stage Events West (CCVD) (cheerleading)
- March 28, 2026 Darts am Ring Gala