Festivals in Cologne and the surrounding area

Festivals in Cologne

Highlights of the festival scene in Cologne and the surrounding area: festivals, open-air events, music and culture, and community events.

The top events in the Rhine metropolis.

Elfter im Elften Schaafenstrasse

Gay Carnival Opening 2026

Cologne celebrates the gay carnival. Every year at the end of February, Schafenstraße is transformed into the gay & lesbian carnival.

Starts on: 2026 Feb 12 - 11:11 clock

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Cologne Carnival Festival 2026

Every year in February Cologne celebrates one of the world's most famous and biggest folk festivals - colorful costumes, parades and party!

Starts on: 2026 Feb 12 - 11:11 clock

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Fireworks on the Rhine

Annual event with large open air stage on the banks of the Rhine in Cologne.highlight is the big fireworks in the evening.

Starts on: 2026 Aug 1 - 15:00 clock

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