Celebrate the start of spring with a dance into May - Cologne will also be having fun again in 2024. 🪩 Don't have any plans yet? In this article, you can find out where the best parties in Cologne are taking place for the 2024 Dance into May. Turn night into day - whether partying in a club, dancing at an open-air event, pop, 80s, techno or hits - let's welcome May 2024 together! 🌸

By the way, May 2024 has a few other reasons to celebrate, so check out what's happening in Cologne on Ascension Day 2024! By the way: Mother's Day is also coming up soon 👉 Here you can find all the highlight events for Mother's Day 2024 in Cologne. 👯‍♀️

White Rabbit - Tanz in den Mai - Rooftop Special

White Rabbit - Tanz in den Mai - Rooftop Special
© WR
Di, 30.04.2024 16:00
from 13,75 €

In the Bar Botanik, on the old water tower, you can dance until 11 pm. The view of the whole city is indescribable, especially at sunset.

1. Mai Bash mit Sandy B.

1. Mai Bash mit Sandy B.
© Ingo Hattendorf
Di, 30.04.2024 22:00
13,00 €

Here you can expect a dancy mix of South African sounds, hip hop, jungle, funk and house. Thrilling and above all mega danceable!

KINKY / ONE _ Kinky Tanz in den Mai 🌸

KINKY / ONE _ Kinky Tanz in den Mai 🌸
© KINKY / ONE
Di, 30.04.2024 22:00
39,00 €
Bogen 2

It's getting hot here! Kinky party in the most beautiful setting, with show acts, body painting & playroom. The music will be techno.

TANZ IN DEN MAI | DIE HALLE TOR 2

Di, 30.04.2024 22:00
12,00 to 18,00 €

The party for everyone - from hip-hop & R'n'B to the finest electro. Here you can dance all night long!

Tanz in den Mai - Stukmans

Tanz in den Mai - Stukmans
© Linn Saurer
Di, 30.04.2024 15:00
Free admission

Good drinks, good music and good people at Stukmans. Here you can dance into May in Cologne Sülz.

TANZ IN DEN MAI • 8 JAHRE VEEDEL CLUB

TANZ IN DEN MAI • 8 JAHRE VEEDEL CLUB
© Veedel Club
Di, 30.04.2024 23:00
11,05 €

8 years Veedel Club! Not only will you be dancing into May, but also celebrating your birthday. You can expect groovy beats and secret special acts.

Tanz in den Mai - Live Music Hall

Di, 30.04.2024 22:00
14,21 €

Trash-Island awaits you again in the Live Music Hall - party to 90's, 2000's, 2010's Pop & Dance.

Maitanzgelegenheit

Maitanzgelegenheit
© Mittanzgelegenheit © Stadtgarten Köln
Di, 30.04.2024 22:30
12,00 to 15,00 €

Party all night long on 2 floors! The whole Stadtgarten from the concert hall to JAKI dances into May. Here you'll find hip hop, dance & electro.

Tanz in den Mai

Di, 30.04.2024 22:00
10,00 €

Dancing into May together? Oh yes! Music from all genres awaits you here: mainstream, pop, charts, house and Latin. Psst... there's even free beer during happy hour from 10 to 11 pm!

Glam´n Groove Open Air Into May

Glam´n Groove Open Air Into May
© Glam´n Groove
Di, 30.04.2024 18:00
from 12,00 €
Park Café

Open-air dancing into May on a beautiful terrace! Here you can listen to disco house and tech house.

TANZ IN DEN MAI W. MOKSI

TANZ IN DEN MAI W. MOKSI
© Bootshaus
Di, 30.04.2024 22:00
16,00 €

Groovy bass all night long with star DJ Moksi! It's guaranteed to be a vibe.

Tanz in den Mai McFly XXL Mo-Torres & DJ-Quicksilver Live

Tanz in den Mai McFly XXL Mo-Torres & DJ-Quicksilver Live
© CNS-Entertainment
Di, 30.04.2024 22:30
23,90 €

The huge Sartory halls are the place to be: 90s & 2000s including XXL confetti cannon, mega laser & candy bar. Perhaps the best dance into May party in Cologne?

TANZ IN DEN MAI w/ Ritter Butzke Special - Niconé, Diode Eins, Solvane & David Hasert

TANZ IN DEN MAI w/ Ritter Butzke Special - Niconé, Diode Eins, Solvane & David Hasert
© RF
Di, 30.04.2024 23:00
from 14,00 €

Hard techno beats from Berlin - here you can go really hard all night long!

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Frequently asked questions about the Dance into May 2024 in Cologne

1. what is "Tanz in den Mai" in Cologne?

"Tanz in den Mai" is a traditional German celebration that takes place on the night of April 30th to May 1st. The spring awakening is celebrated, usually with dancing and music. It is about coming together and the revival of social life after the winter season. Many parties and events take place in Cologne on this night.

2. what traditions are associated with dancing in May in Cologne?

In Cologne, maypoles are often erected throughout the city to celebrate the dance into May. These originally symbolize the fruitful time of the year, which is now dawning. In a modern interpretation, people give maypoles as gifts to their loved ones and set them up in front of their homes.

3. what will the weather be like for the Dance into May in Cologne 2024?

In late April and early May, the weather in Cologne is usually mild. Temperatures can be pleasant during the day, but it can still get chilly at night. It is advisable to dress accordingly, especially if you are partying outside.

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