The best carnival events on 11.11.2025
It's that time of year again - the fifth season begins on 11.11. Where better to celebrate Carnival 2025 than in Cologne? The carnival season will once again put Cologne in a state of emergency in 2025. We have all the information for you so that you can concentrate fully on celebrating and don't suddenly end up between all the carnival tourists on the Zülpicher. 😉 Here are the best events on 11.11.2025. in Cologne: Alaaf Friends 🎉
11.11. Karneval im Stukmans
Kölsche Jecke, uffjepass! 🎉 At Stukmans we ring in the fifth season. Celebrate 11.11. with your favorite Kölsche songs and a delicious Kölsch. Kölle Alaaf! 🪩🥳
11.11. im CLUB BAHNHOF EHRENFELD
Carnival party at the CBE🍾 It gets wild here & a good mood is guaranteed!
11.11. - Trash Island in Ehrenfeld
All carnival songs are played here, whether banger or trash💥 And you get a neon headband for free, isn't that something? 🙂↕️
BOAT! 11.11. MoMA- Art of Carnival, feiert mit den Omas Karneval auf dem Achterdeck- Rheinblick inklusive!
Alle Küssen Alle <3 präsentiert von Rhythmusgymnastik & Querbeat
Love, bass, glitter 💖 There's nothing this party doesn't have!
11.11. Karneval in der Nachtigall
ICH MÖÖCH ZU FOß NO KÖLLE JON
Authentic Kölsch? You can have it! Here the party starts at 11:11 sharp and ONLY Cologne songs are played 👀✨ I'd say we're in!
11.11 - LOVE GENERATION – Rooftop Edition @ Bar Botanik
A colorful mix of Cologne songs & the usual party bangers! Plus the view over the whole of Kölle✨💜
MÜHL ON RUUSCH - 11.11. IN DER MALZMÜHLE
The whole day is a party here! 🎉 11.11. only happens once a year!!! ✨
BOOREDANZ - 11.11. EM KÖLSCHE BOOR
Start the session with a bang here!🙂↕️ Where better to celebrate carnival than in a brewery?
ELFTER IM ELFTEN (11.11.)
The 11.11.2025 at Quater1. Quater1 Köln offers everything the carnival heart needs: carnival music to sing and dance along to, drinks, party atmosphere and Cologne tradition in the heart of Cologne's old town. Costumes are expressly welcome! Admission from 18 years, start at 10:00 am. The perfect place for anyone who wants to celebrate the start of carnival in Cologne in 2025.
GUESS WHO'S JECK - 11.11 IM SUBWAY
This is how carnival really works! 🤝 There's good music & free drinks here, so go there🍻
Parties on 11.11.2025 in Cologne for techno fans:
Electronic Alaaf - Karneval im YUCA by KeineSorgen Kollektiv
Can't hear the Cologne songs anymore? Here's the party you've been looking for!🙂↕️🪩
11.11 - 16 Std Elektronischer Karneval im Reineke Fuchs
Carnival x techno - sounds good? Then get your ticket now! 🎟️🪩
Fancy going to your carnival session this session?
We've picked out the best carnival sessions (for which tickets are still available 😉) for you here!
Frequently asked questions about parties on 11.11.2025 in Cologne:
1. why is Carnival 2025 in Cologne on 11.11. so special?
11.11.2025 marks the start of Carnival 2025 in Cologne. At 11:11 sharp, the session begins with official events and spontaneous street parties. This day is considered unique for the city's carnival culture and is celebrated with various carnival parties in Cologne and large open-air events. The start of carnival is traditionally celebrated on Heumarkt in particular, and many visitors travel to Cologne especially for this experience.
2. what tips do you have for traveling to 11.11.2025 in Cologne?
On 11.11.2025, the streets and streetcars in Cologne are often overcrowded as many visitors and Cologne residents travel to the opening of the carnival. It is advisable to use public transport, as most of the events and parties on 11.11.2025 in Cologne take place around the Old Town and the Zülpicher Viertel, which are easily accessible by S-Bahn and U-Bahn. Particularly practical: many train lines will be running with additional capacity on this day to cope with the crowds.
3. what security measures should be observed on 11.11.2025 in Cologne?
On 11.11.2025, thousands flock to Cologne city center for the start of the carnival. The city of Cologne and the police are stepping up security measures on this day to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Visitors should take care of their valuables and not bring large bags or rucksacks, as there are often access controls at the big carnival parties in Cologne. It is also advisable to find out in advance about escape routes and emergency exits at the venues and to be prepared for a high police presence, which provides additional security. Be kind to each other! You can find more information about "Safety for girls & women at Carnival in Cologne" HERE
