What's happening in Cologne in September 2025?
What's happening in Cologne in September 2025? 🪩
Summer is coming to an end, but the planned events are really heating up again! We've put together the crème de la crème of Cologne's plans for you here and they're pretty impressive. From Eat Play Love and Streetfood Festival to Whipped Cream Drag Show and the world-famous art fair Art Cologne.
You've probably already noticed that there's a lot to experience. So, get out your diary and grab your favorite sweater, here comes your monthly program ✨💜
If you are looking for queer events, then take a look at all the queer events in Cologne here. 🌈
Candle Painting & Connect
Candle painting not only teaches you new painting techniques, but also introduces you to new people - including an after-work drink and the option of ending the evening together in a restaurant. The perfect mix of creativity and socializing✨
Eat Play Love Festival 2025
From September 4 to 7, a weekend full of highlights awaits you at Fühlinger See: The EAT PLAY LOVE Festival attracts the best wakeboarders in the world, a top-class musical and cultural program and a culinary world tour. ✨
Cologne Jazzweek
For the fifth Cologne Jazzweek from August 31 to September 5, 2025, it's City.Sound.Places through the festival program. Great ensembles, urban venues and the leading voices of European jazz await you here in Cologne. So, whether you're already a jazz fan or still on your way, get there! 🪩
Weinfestival im Luisenviertel Köln 2025
Fine wines, nice beats and tasty snacks. Enjoyment, Pinot Gris and big city flair await you at the wine festival in the Luisenviertel! It's also the premiere to experience the Fi outside of the nightlife. That's already quite a few reasons to become a weekend sommelier - grab your ticket and go! 🍷🪩
NACHTFLOHMARKT im Technologiepark
The hall filled with vintage treasures, design, jewelry and creative finds, while street food, drinks and beats await you outside - sounds good? Then be sure to stop by and treat yourself to a few special pieces. Admission is free - so no more excuses!
Sonnendeck Colonia - Biergarten auf der Seeterrasse im Mediapark
Vacation where you live is not possible? But you can! You can enjoy an after-work drink on the sun deck in Mediapark and leave the stress of everyday life behind you.
FC-Frauen: Erstes Heimspiel gegen Leipzig
And we're going to the home game! With full power: The FC women are back - will you be there to support them?
Summertime Sadness - Free Day Rave
One last dance before the summer leaves - good beats, lots of feelings, endless memories🪩
open excess - mixed-abled Jazz Trio & Gäste mit Special Guest: Jordan White
What about diversity and disability in jazz? At open excess, 3 mixed-abled artists will take you on a musical journey: with bubbling sounds, lots of joyful playing and special guest Jordan White. 🎵
Agatha is Dead! - Who is Agatha Tour - Köln - Support: Jewls
Attention all rock fans! Riffs, rebellion, lots of energy - experience Agatha is Dead! live on their debut tour in Cologne🎸
Glücksgefühle Festival 2025
40 hours of live music at Germany's biggest music festival Featuring the best acts from the pop, rock, hip hop and EDM genres - endorphins guaranteed!
Feierabendmarkt auf dem Neptunplatz in Ehrenfeld
Reibekuchen, Kölsch & good vibes: the Feierabendmarkt on Neptunplatz brings street food, drinks and a neighborhood feeling to Ehrenfeld once a month. Always on Fridays - outdoors, delicious, sociable. 🍟🍷🛍️
Breakfast at Tiffany's (OV)
Watching our parents' favorite films under the stars? Yes please✨ A wide variety of movies are shown here all summer long, with a view of beautiful Cologne💜
Cage
From Cologne, for Cologne - Cage's sound combines soul, R&B and pop. Fancy a unique concert experience? Here you go!
Kölsche Büdchen Tour & Connect
Büdchen hopping through the Belgian Quarter with kiosk beer, new people and real Cologne stories ✨🍻
Fantasy Filmfest 2025 || Thriller Horror Sci-Fi & more || Deutschlands größtes Genre-Filmfestival
From indie gems to monster madness - Fantasy Filmfest 2025 brings great cinema straight to you! 🎞️
Afrika Film Festival Köln
50667 Köln
The 22nd Africa Film Festival starts in Cologne on September 18! With a packed program of 80 historical and contemporary feature films, documentaries and short films from 23 African countries and the global diaspora, there's sure to be something for everyone. So, pack your bags and get there! 💜
Whipped Cream Show
Look forward to a show with lots of glitter & unforgettable performances. The Queens are slaying!
Nachtflohmarkt Nachtkonsum / 20.9.2025 / Liebig-gelän.de
Shall we go to the flea market? ✨ Who knows what treasures are waiting for you here. This time with a whole new location, so check it out!
Grüngürtelrosen - Der 3. große GGR Sommergarten
Anyone who knows the Grüngürtelrosen knows that this is where a summer evening full of Kölsch, music and good humor is celebrated - while supporting Cologne Pride e.V. for more diversity, solidarity and visibility of queer people. Look forward to special guests and unforgettable moments in the Tanzbrunnen. 🌹
ACHTUNG WEGEN WETTER VERSCHOBEN Indie.Cologne.Fest # 12
There's reason to celebrate! 🥳 Look forward to an evening full of live music and artists from the indie genre of all kinds, it's going to be wild🎸
Nie wieder - ist jetzt!
An intense theater experience that courageously asks questions that otherwise often remain unspoken 🎭. Young students share personal stories and thoughts that are guaranteed to move you. Be there and experience how documentary theater invites you to reflect together ✨.
Street Food Festival Köln | September 2025
Here's a culinary trip around the world! At the end of the summer, you can stroll around the grounds and sample your way through the food stalls to relaxed beats🌮✨
Cologne knits - Stricken im Kino
Do you like to multitask and crochet or knit? Then this is just the thing for you! While you tackle your latest project, you can sit back in a movie theater chair & enjoy a movie✨
JAS /// Erinnerst Du Dich Tour 2025
Mark this evening in your calendar if you love melancholic indie pop. Because believe us, you MUST experience this artist live. His songs go straight to the heart and you'll never forget his voice. You're sure to remember a JAS concert. 💫
👉 You can find even more events in September as always in the Rausgegangen app or on our website.
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Frequently asked questions about events in September 2025 in Cologne:
1. tips for planning and organizing visits to events in Cologne in September 2025
September in Cologne is packed with exciting events. Here are a few tips for planning and organizing your visit:
👉 Book early: September events in Cologne are popular. Secure tickets and accommodation early.
👉 Use public transportation: Cologne has a well-developed public transport network. Use buses and trains to avoid traffic jams.
👉 Create a schedule: Plan in advance which events you want to attend. That way you can make the most of your stay.
👉 Note the weather: The weather in Cologne can be changeable in September. Pack accordingly.
👉 Enjoy local cuisine: Take the opportunity to sample Cologne cuisine. There are many great restaurants and breweries.
2. are there free events in Cologne in August 2025?
Yes, there are many free events such as street festivals, open-air cinema screenings and outdoor concerts. You can find all free events in Cologne here.
3. special information on tickets and opening hours
Tickets
- Kauf: Tickets können online über offizielle Websites der Veranstalter, Eventplattformen wie Eventim oder an den jeweiligen Vorverkaufsstellen erworben werden.
- Preise: Variieren je nach Veranstaltung und Sitzplatzkategorie. Frühzeitiges Kaufen kann oft Rabatte oder bessere Plätze sichern.
- Ermäßigungen: Prüfen, ob Rabatte für Schüler, Studenten, Senioren oder Gruppen verfügbar sind. Auch spezielle Angebote oder Last-Minute-Tickets können eine Option sein.
Opening hours
- Veranstaltungsbeginn: Überprüfen Sie die genaue Startzeit auf den Veranstaltungshinweisen. Die Türen öffnen meist 1-2 Stunden vor Beginn der Veranstaltung.
- Einlass: Es ist ratsam, frühzeitig zu erscheinen, um Stress bei der Ankunft zu vermeiden und sich in Ruhe einen Platz zu suchen.
- Schließzeiten: Veranstaltungsorte schließen oft unmittelbar nach Ende der Veranstaltung, aber einige Bereiche wie Bars oder Merchandise-Stände können unterschiedliche Öffnungszeiten haben.
