What's happening in Cologne in October 2025?
October begins and fall arrives in Cologne. This also means that the theater season starts again and this begins directly on October 2 with the Festival of Performing Arts - the former Cologne Theater Night. Here, just one ticket gives you access to more than 250 performances in 60 locations in Cologne's city center. On top of that, there are DJ sets, concerts and after-show parties.
The German Unity Day holiday and Halloween are also coming up in Cologne - want to make the most of the day off and party? Then take a look at the whole selection of Halloween parties in Cologne HERE. But of course there are also markets, concerts and much more. You see - with us, you're guaranteed not to get bored and your fall in Cologne will be unforgettable! 🍂
By the way, the start of the carnival season is not far away. 11.11. is approaching and of course we already have all the PARTIES ON 11.11. IN COLOGNE for you.
If you fancy a carnival session, take a look HERE.
Geheimkonzert Köln | CLUB EDITION 🪩 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. 🪩
Langer Donnerstag: Bernd & Hilla Becher – Geschichte einer Methode
Short week? Long Thursday! Sit down, take a look, get stuck in✨
WHY SO SHY FLINTA* ONLY PARTY
Fancy a party without the cis-male gaze? WHY SO SHY brings the space, you bring the vibe. Kink allowed, respectful cooperation mandatory!
Bekkaa - Verliebst du dich oder andersrum? Tour 2025
Bekkaa brings a fresh, urban sound and profound lyrics to your city! Her songs and videos celebrate life, love and the big city feeling - and touch millions of fans. Look forward to honest emotions, strong beats and an artist who perfectly captures the zeitgeist. ❤️
Odonien End Of Summer Rave
One of the reasons why we love Cologne: the feeling that summer is just around the corner. Go, exhale, go 🪩💥
Köln Marathon 2025
Looking for a challenge in 2025? 🏃♂️💨 The Cologne Marathon is waiting for you! Grab your running shoes and join in or come with your friends and cheer each other on!
Lostboi Lino - Von Liebe...Tour
90s grunge meets modern trap. The album plays with associations and expectations - he creates melancholic songs & extremely intelligent punk rap. Inspired by Kurt Cobain, David Bowie, Lil Peep. We love it.
Vino an der Playa
Not a classic wine festival, but a wine oasis: tasting, chilling, dancing🌴
Monolink
With The Beauty Of It All, Monolink opens a new chapter between introspective songwriting and driving club energy. His music thrives on the tension between guitar, voice and electronic textures - a sound that gets under your skin and pulls you onto the dancefloor in equal measure. Live, these elements merge into a frenzy that transforms every venue into an emotionally charged cosmos.
MORE THAN FRIENDS – XX. Kunstnacht im Museum Ludwig
From tour to floor in 60 seconds: A museum experience after work!🖼️🪩
🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ QUEER LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE | Presenter Ticket | Power Point Dating by Rausgegangen Köln 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
There are no boring statistics presentations here. These Powerpoints are all about one topic: LOVE💖
KunstBewusst – Fünf Freunde und der Kunstsammler Peter Ludwig. Mit Dr. Carla Cugini & Julius Redzinski
A lecture on art & history 🎨✨ The important questions are asked & answered here👀
BITTERSWEED Tour 2025
With the BITTERSWEED Tour 2025, SWEED returns to the stage after a productive year in the studio and his celebrated headline premiere. His new show captivates with raw directness and an energy that is immediately infectious. In October, you can expect a concert that is loud, emotional and uncompromisingly honest in equal measure.
Querbeat Live 2025
Querbeat mixes up the crowd🎉 Are you ready for a concert full of good vibes and a lot of wind instruments?🎺
Schreiben macht glücklich & Connect
Discover your inner Shakespeare🖋️ Relaxed atmosphere, two drinks included and a meal together afterwards: new friendships incoming!
BACKOFFICE Anniversary day//night & out//indoor w/ Salzbauer, PETRICORE, annonce, minimon +++
12 hours of BACKOFFICE Anniversary - from relaxed sundowner openings to neo-trance and straight-up techno to carry you through the night🪩
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Ehrenfeld XL – 10 Clubs, 1 Nacht, 2 Veedel
Cologne's biggest club hopping goes into the next round! 🪩 Ehrenfeld XL lights up the night✨ For €25, you get access to ten clubs in Ehrenfeld and the Belgian Quarter and immerse yourself in Cologne's vibrant nightlife scene. Dance, move on and party until the early hours 🐓💜
Coffee Paint & Connect
With coffee malen🧑🎨 - here a normal afternoon becomes a creative community workshop. Buffet, cake and relaxed conversations included!
FILM FESTIVAL COLOGNE
fiora - und dann gehst du heim tour 2025
fiora is embarking on her first tour - and anyone who has seen her live knows that this is about more than just music, it's about a feeling that lasts. 💗
Cologne Comedy Festival 2025
Watch out, it's getting funny here. For a whole 10 days, over 100 events and 20 locations. The 35th Cologne Comedy Festival is back and really heats up the audience. Let's go 💖
machwerkschau 2025
2,000 m² full of creative projects that show how design and sustainability work - where craftsmanship meets innovation ✨⚙️
brat party • w/ charli xcx & other brat coded artists • helios37 • köln
Crop tops, low-rise jeans and sunglasses in the club!🪩 A safe space to freak out, where blurry cell phone reminders and brat-coded bangers from Charli XCX to Billie Eilish create the perfect chaos 🙂↕️💚
LaFee - Schatten & Licht Tour 2025
Feelings of nostalgia are released here: LaFee is back in 2025 with the Shadow & Light Tour. New songs, familiar sounds and an atmosphere that oscillates between intense energy and thoughtful moments! 🤍
LOKI - CYAN LIVE 2025
Who's that Cologne again? 🤩 LOKI returns with their biggest headline tour yet! Grab your friends and enjoy the new album "Cyan" 🎶
machwerkschau 2025
2,000 m² full of creative projects that show how design and sustainability work - where craftsmanship meets innovation ✨⚙️
Zwirn & Zement - Kleidertauschfestival im Kulturbunker
160 billion items of clothing are sold every year, but 1/5 hang unworn in the wardrobe - time to change that! 🤝🌎
KORD: Nur zu Besuch in Köln
KORD makes indie rock for everyone who wants to hear real stories - repairing airplanes by day, writing songs that get under your skin by night gehen❤️🔥
fi x Kollektiv Turmstrasse & Jonathan Kaspar & Avontuur
Night #122 - here you dance your way through everything that went wrong this week 🕺 The Fi becomes a place where live sound and pure energy meet 💥
COMEDY SHUFFLE - Best of Kölner Comedy Szene
5 comedy shows in 5 Cologne locations, one evening, lots of laughs - only available here. You chill out in your favorite location while the comedians tour the city for you. Line-up? Surprise included or entirely to your taste! 💜
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Frequently asked questions about events in October 2025 in Cologne:
1. when does the carnival season begin? Preparations for the 5th season
October marks the start of preparations for the carnival season in Cologne, also known as the 5th season. A highlight in the calendar is 11.11., when the session is officially opened. As early as October, there are numerous carnival events in Cologne where you can get in the mood for the upcoming festivities. From costume sales to the first sessions and parties - the city lives and breathes carnival. Many Cologne residents use October to plan their costumes and take part in dance and song rehearsals. It is also the time when carnival clubs hold their first events to heat up the atmosphere. Anyone who loves carnival should use this month to prepare for the most exciting time of the year and get into the party mood now.
2 What autumnal events are there in Cologne?
There are many exciting events in Cologne in October. One highlight is the Cologne Autumn Fair, which attracts visitors with rides and treats. The Golden Autumn Cologne delights with atmospheric walks and colorful foliage. Wine fans should visit the Cologne Autumn Wine Fair, where numerous winegrowers present their fine wines. For families, there are harvest festivals where you can celebrate the autumn harvest. Regional products and handicrafts can be discovered at various markets. Halloween events are a must for spooky fans, with costumed characters and haunted houses providing a thrill. Autumn in Cologne is an unforgettable experience.
3. where can I meet new people in Cologne in the fall?
As the most sociable city, Cologne also offers many good opportunities to make new friends or acquaintances in the fall. Are you new to the city or just want to make new contacts? Then take a look at our Rausgegangen community events, with 3 dates in October there is definitely something for every interest. Off to Yoga & Connect, Schreiben macht glücklich & Connector Coffee Paint & Connect
4. what are the best Halloween parties in Cologne?
We have summarized the best Halloween parties HERE.
