What's happening in Cologne in April 2026?
New month, new events! April 2026 is here and brings spring fever, blossoming parks, sunshine (🤞🏻) and a few event highlights that you won't want to miss. We're also kicking off the festival season this month with the nicesten Newcomer:innen festival, right in Ehrenfeld, c/o Pop
No plans for Easter yet? No problem! Find your Easter program here. 🐰🌸
Sort out your spring cleaning and make room for something new? 👉🏼 FLOHMÄRKTE IN KÖLN, the flea markets in Cologne invite you to rummage, rummage and hunt for treasures.
Here, neatly sorted, are your plans for April 2026 in Cologne:
IFFF Dortmund+Köln 2026
Great cinema - nothing less than the biggest forum for women in the film industry awaits you. From April 1 to 6, a full program of cross-genre and cross-style films by women is waiting for you at various venues between Dortmund and Cologne. Watch the movie 🎬
LATIBUL FLOHMARKT
Flea vibe meets circus magic! Rummage, rummage, bargain, find a new favorite item and that at the Latibul circus area - fresh waffles and there's also, so go there! 🎪
Bach in Space
At Bach in Space, piano music by Johann Sebastian Bach meets space recordings from NASA and ESA. Pianist Mona Asuka plays works such as the Well-Tempered Clavier live, while oversized galaxies and star nebulae transport the audience to another dimension. 🌌
LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE Köln | Power Point Dating by Rausgegangen 💖
We bring dating to the stage with LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE: friends present their favorite single in short Power Point presentations - charming, humorous and completely without swipe. After the funny pitches, you can discover new encounters at speed dating and a bar evening. 💘🎤💫
Art(e)facts - Club Edition @JAKI
On April 10, house club sound meets live artistic performances when Art(e)facts kicks off at JAKI. There will be a vernissage by Lola Schmallbach plus Factory Radio in the Coziness Concept Store from 6 p.m., and later the art will join the party 🪩
Flohmarkt am Ebertplatz
You can browse and haggle at around 100 stands at the flea market on Ebertplatz. All information and stand registration at www.ebertplatz-flohmarkt.de 💜
Flooowmarkt im Belgischen Viertel - Fashion - Vintage - Design - Vino Vibes & Vinyl DJs
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skuth • ALLES WIRD SKUTH – LIVE TOUR 2026
The 5-day newcomer festival in Cologne Ehrenfeld! You have to be there - 1 ticket for as many concerts as you want. Wednesday with MAJAN unplugged and JAS.
Furiosa! Queer Latin Party
The 5-day newcomer festival in Cologne Ehrenfeld! You have to be there - 1 ticket for as many concerts as you want. Thursday with the band TRÄNEN, Drag Syndrome, FILLY and much more.
Flohmarkt an der alten Feuerwache
The 5-day newcomer festival in Cologne Ehrenfeld! You have to be there - 1 ticket for as many concerts as you want. Saturday with BIBIZA, Deki Alem, SERPENTIN and many more.
Kunst.Hand.Werk.
The 5-day newcomer festival in Cologne Ehrenfeld! You have to be there - 1 ticket for as many concerts as you want. Friday with Baby B3ns, wavvyboi, Ellice, Ikkimel and many more.
Bark Date - Best Date Ever!
Meet up to 30 great dogs from animal welfare organizations on a Bark Date and get to know them in a relaxed atmosphere in the park. ✨ Whether small, big, young or fuzzy, it's the character that counts here, and maybe there'll be a spark on the first date. 🐶💛
Sunday Cinema Brunch
Every third Sunday, the Sunday Cinema Brunch shows exciting films about closeness and distance, from insider tips to missed masterpieces. Enjoy coffee, croissants and conversation in a cozy living room atmosphere, all in the original version with subtitles 🙃
Geheimkonzert Köln #48 by Rausgegangen
It's that time again: an evening full of surprises - because who will be on stage remains a secret until the first note is played. We've already had Blond, Berq, Ennio, Futurebae, Jassin, Anais, Katha Pauer & many more as guests - even before they stormed the nation's big stages. So discover the stars of tomorrow at our Geheimkonzerte. 🪩
LIN live
LIN combines guitar, drums and synthesizer to create an independent sound that rethinks electro, indie and pop. The Berlin solo artist skillfully brings political messages to the audience, creating space for resistance and community. You can expect a powerful live experience at Ostpol Dresden 🎶🌈🔥
VICKY - VICKY, WANN WELTTOURNEE?
She already played at our Geheimkonzerte in Munich. Vicky is now taking her explosive mix of Y2K techno, Miami bass and hedonistic pop on tour. ANTICIPATION 3000.
Music meets Mountains
The First Cologne Accordion Orchestra brings together breathtaking mountain images and a contemporary, lively sound. You can expect an interplay that is rarely experienced. With its international experience and the mix of classical music, film sound and groove, the result is an evening that makes the mountain world more intensely tangible than words alone could. Anyone looking for something special should not miss this experience. 🥹
REMOTE BONDAGE -GOOD GIRLS GO TO HELL - TOUR 2026
A manifesto in pink, full of energy, raw emotion and sparkling rage. Tear yourself away, get on your Hobbyhorse and gallop into nights of ecstasy, heartbreak and danceable rebellion.
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AMBER MARK
Her groove-focused sound combines coolness and dance vibes with her versatile voice and various influences, which have revealed hit potential on songs like "Mixer" and "Lose My Cool".
At the end of the month, it's time to dance into May in style. Are you still looking for the right party? Then take a look here 👉🏼 TANZ IN DEN MAI
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Frequently asked questions about April 2026 in Cologne
1. what will the weather be like in Cologne in April 2026?
In April, the weather in Cologne can be quite changeable. Temperatures can vary, with mild spring days and occasional rain showers. It is advisable to prepare for everything from mild sunny days to cooler temperatures and rain.
2. are there any special events or festivals in Cologne in April 2026?
Cologne is known for its many events and festivals. Various events often take place in April, including cultural festivals, music events, art exhibitions and much more. Special highlights include c/o pop and, of course, the Geheimkonzerte. 🎶
3. which sights should you visit in Cologne in April 2026?
April is the ideal time to visit Cologne's many sights. These include Cologne Cathedral, the Chocolate Museum, the Ludwig Museum, the Old Town with its picturesque alleyways and historic buildings and the Rhine Park for an outdoor stroll.
