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.

Kölner Lichter 2026

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

Kölner Lichter 2026: Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 2pm, fireworks from 11:30 pm to midnight

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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!

Ended on: 2026 Feb 18 - 23:00 clock

Cologne Carnival 2026 in Cologne: from February 12th to 18th, 2026

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