When does the reading take place?

The event runs on June 20, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Where does the crime reading take place?

In Dorf Sentana, Quellenhofweg 114, 33617 Bielefeld.

What is the admission fee?

Admission is free, donations are welcome.

Is there music during the reading?

Yes, the reading will be accompanied by music from Thomas Schweitzer on saxophone.

Is the event venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the seminar and event area in Dorf Sentana is described as wheelchair accessible.

Can you park on site?

Yes, there are 22 free parking spaces available directly in front of the yard.

Crime, Music, and Summer Air: Heike Rommel Reads in Dorf Sentana, Bielefeld

Name: 2nd Crime Festival OWL - Crime Reading with Music
Start: 2026-06-20T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-20T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Dorf Sentana

When Crime, Sound, and Summer Air Come Together

With the 2nd Crime Festival OWL, Bielefeld invites you to an open-air reading that elegantly combines literary suspense and musical presence. Heike Rommel presents her new crime material centered around Commissioner Dominik Domeyer, accompanied by music from Thomas Schweitzer on saxophone. The event takes place in Dorf Sentana, on June 20, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, admission is free, donations welcome. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1635484))

Literary Tension with Regional Resonance

Heike Rommel is one of the prominent voices of Bielefeld crime literature. Her novels connect investigative work, psychological intensification, and precise observation of regional settings. For this reading, the focus is primarily on Bright Sand and Dark Death and the anthology Pickert, Pölter and Pistols, both scheduled for publication in Spring 2026 by KBV. Anticipation stems from a setting that intertwines the North Sea, East Westphalia, and a view into human abysses. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1635484))

Reading Atmosphere in the Open Air

Dorf Sentana offers an open, nature-oriented environment for cultural events. The venue is wheelchair accessible, has 22 free parking spaces directly in front of the yard, and a bus stop within walking distance. This creates a framework that makes the literary experience not only enjoyable in content but also well-organized. ([sentana-stiftung.com](https://www.sentana-stiftung.com/seminarraum/))

Why It's Worth Visiting

This crime reading is aimed at readers who seek suspense not in isolation but as a cultural experience. The combination of author encounter, music, and regionally rooted crime novels creates a dense, lively reading atmosphere. Those searching for literary quality, closeness in conversation, and a summery open-air format will find a convincing meeting point for the crime summer in Bielefeld. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1635484))

Conclusion: A free summer date with strong regional character, musical accompaniment, and literary tension awaits visitors. Anyone wanting to experience crime live should mark this afternoon in Dorf Sentana. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1635484))