Bad Oeynhausen's calendar features a host of interesting events throughout the year. You can see people demonstrating their skills at the kite festival, visit Hamlyn to learn all about the Pied Piper, or see how "fine feathers make fine birds" at the festival of traditional costumes in Porta Westfalica.Kite festival at the water crater
The largest stunt kite show in the region takes place every October at the Aqua Magica park.Pied Piper Open-Air Plays
The traditional Pied Piper open-air plays are held every year, from May to September, on the terrace of the "Wedding House" in Hamlyn. The short musical "Rats" is also performed at the same venue from May to September.Festival of Traditional Costumes
The festival of traditional costumes takes place every year at Whitsun in Porta Westfalica beneath the "Willem" (statue of Kaiser Wilhelm).