Events in Cologne 2026-2027 / Germany

Cologne is famous for its exuberant Carnival, atmospheric Christmas markets around the cathedral, and a vibrant cultural life on the Rhine. The cathedral city offers a wide range of events full of Rhineland joie de vivre throughout 2026/2027.

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Summerjam 2027 Cologne: Reggae Festival at Lake Fühlingen Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Summerjam 2027 Cologne: Reggae Festival at Lake Fühlingen

Summerjam 2027 takes place from July 2 to 4 at Lake Fühlingen in Cologne. Since 1986 it has been Europe's biggest festival for reggae, dancehall and Caribbean culture.

Jul 02, 2027
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Amphi Festival 2027: The Guide to the Gothic and Synthpop Festival in Cologne Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Amphi Festival 2027: The Guide to the Gothic and Synthpop Festival in Cologne

Amphi Festival 2027 takes place on 24 and 25 July at the Tanzbrunnen in Cologne, right on the Rhine. It is one of Germany's biggest gatherings for the Gothic and synthpop scene, with headliners including VNV Nation and Deine Lakaien.

Jul 24, 2027
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Amphi Festival Cologne 2027 - 21st Anniversary at Tanzbrunnen Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Amphi Festival Cologne 2027 - 21st Anniversary at Tanzbrunnen

Amphi Festival, Europe's leading gothic and electronic music festival, returns to Cologne's Tanzbrunnen on July 24-25, 2027; early bird tickets have already sold out.

Jul 24, 2027
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Kölner Lichter 2027: Fireworks and Music on the Rhine Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe
Free

Kölner Lichter 2027: Fireworks and Music on the Rhine

On 31 July 2027, hundreds of thousands of visitors gather along the Rhine in Cologne for Kölner Lichter: Europe's largest music synchronized fireworks display over the river, accompanied by music and entertainment on the riverbanks.

Jul 31, 2027
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Kölner Bierbörse 2027 – Beer Specialties on the Rhine Promenade in Cologne Illustrative photo
Food & Drink Festivals in Europe
Free

Kölner Bierbörse 2027 – Beer Specialties on the Rhine Promenade in Cologne

The 27th Kölner Bierbörse takes place from 6 to 8 August 2027 on the Rhine promenade. Over 40 breweries, hundreds of beer varieties and free admission await visitors right by the Rhine.

Aug 06, 2027
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Euroblast Festival 2027 in Cologne: Dates, Line up and Tickets Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

Euroblast Festival 2027 in Cologne: Dates, Line up and Tickets

From 24 to 27 September 2027, the Euroblast Festival returns to Essigfabrik Cologne. More than forty bands across progressive, tech and death metal play across two stages; the full line up is updated regularly on the official festival site.

Sep 24, 2027
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gamescom 2027 Cologne: Dates, Tickets and Program Illustrative photo
Festivals in Europe

gamescom 2027 Cologne: Dates, Tickets and Program

Koelnmesse turns into the world's biggest gaming show every year; the exact date for 2027 has not been announced yet. Enjoy world premieres at the Opening Night Live, hundreds of exhibitors, a large Retro Area and the free gamescom City Festival along Cologne's Ringe.

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Stadtgarten Christmas Market Cologne, Germany 2026 Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Stadtgarten Christmas Market Cologne, Germany 2026

Stadtgarten Christmas Market Cologne 2026: park market with design and food. 2026 dates not yet official. Entry was free in 2025.

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