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What's happening in Cologne in August 2025? - our event highlights
Final summer season is here! 🔥 So that you can really make the most of the summer, we have our highlight events in Cologne in August 2025 ready for you here.
Almost at the end of summer, now is the absolute best time to take in the last festivals, dance the night away at open airs and make the city's flea markets unsafe - we'll make sure your August 2024 in Cologne is unforgettable. 💜✨
👉 You can find all flea markets in Cologne here
👉 Queer events 2025 in Cologne can be found here
I LOVE REGGAETON | OPEN AIR | PopUp Beach Köln
© Pop Up Beach
Sa, 16.08.2025 15:00
Reggaeton vibes, sand under your feet and a sunset that couldn't be better. Your favorite Latin beats meet ice-cold drinks and the coolest spot on the water. Put on your best beach gear and enjoy the summer with your crew! 🏖️
All infos for the event I LOVE REGGAETON | OPEN AIR | PopUp Beach KölnTIBA Festival 2025
After numerous party nightsTIBA finally enters the festival edition and delivers the hottest Afrofuturism and consciously creates stage & space for Black & Brown artists* of African descent. Attention: extremely danceable ❤️🔥
All infos for the event TIBA Festival 2025BIG BAG OF BEATS open air w/ CLBRKS, DEXTER, RETROGOTT, WUN TWO u.v.m.
© Bumann & SOHN
Beats in the open air, the finest productions and a line-up that celebrates the Cologne scene - at Big Bag Of Beats, up-and-coming talent meets legends such as Dexter and Retrogott. Chilled vibes, fresh sounds and a rare live act from London await you in the courtyard of Bumann & Sohn. A must for anyone who really feels beats. 🪩
All infos for the event BIG BAG OF BEATS open air w/ CLBRKS, DEXTER, RETROGOTT, WUN TWO u.v.m.BREAKZONE Festival 2025 (Day & Night)
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Bass, beats and breaks non-stop: dance your way through 18 hours of music flash at the BREAKZONE! It gets loud, wild and diverse in Odonien: drum & bass in the open air, house & techno at night and dubstep in the bass bus. Get your ticket and party with a crowd that knows what a festival is all about.
All infos for the event BREAKZONE Festival 2025 (Day & Night)gamescom 2025
The event of the year for all gamers among us is just around the corner - gamescom 2025 in Cologne awaits you with the latest computer games, exciting activities and insights into the future of the gaming world🎮💙
All infos for the event gamescom 202501099 - Sommer Open Airs 2025
© Tanzbrunnen Köln
Children of the 2000s - 01099 brings the soundtrack of your summer nights to our city - and you can be there live!🥹😍 WE LOTTERIES TICKETS:
All infos for the event 01099 - Sommer Open Airs 2025COLOGNE CLUB DAYS 2025 – Club Night
© Christian Hedel
One ticket - 10 clubs. Fill up on energy, this party goes on all night long!
All infos for the event COLOGNE CLUB DAYS 2025 – Club Nightgamescom city festival 2025
Gamescom 2025 is coming up and that also means: free concerts, street party and atmosphere in the city at the city festival. Line up and info to follow, we are excited 👀
All infos for the event gamescom city festival 2025Marvel Studios' Infinity Saga Concert Experience
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For everyone who doesn't just want to watch Marvel, but feel it. An entire orchestra brings your favorite Marvel moments to the big stage - big, loud and right into the heart of the fan. *Advertisement
All infos for the event Marvel Studios' Infinity Saga Concert ExperienceBazar de Nuit Nachtflohmarkt & Auktion I Summer.Edition I So. 24. August 25
© Odonien
Bazar de Nuit really is always a good idea. Strolling, rummaging and most likely finding your new favorite piece for a small price. Always cute vibes, go there! ❤️🔥
All infos for the event Bazar de Nuit Nachtflohmarkt & Auktion I Summer.Edition I So. 24. August 25Rausgegangen Filmabend - Call Me By Your Name
Rausgegangen movie night with open air cinema vibes? Yes please! And being able to decide for yourself which movie is showing? Count me in! - See you in front of the big screen with popcorn and a view of the cathedral. 🍿
All infos for the event Rausgegangen Filmabend - Call Me By Your NameStadt ohne Meer Köln - 2025
© Tanzbrunnen Köln
The Stadt ohne Meer Köln is entering round two and is already delivering a line-up of the finest. Look forward to Berq, Paula Carolina and Souly! It's going to be really sweet, see you under the jellyfish. 🪼💜
All infos for the event Stadt ohne Meer Köln - 2025Don't want to miss any more events in Cologne? Then download the free Rausgegangen app now, create your own profile with your favorite events, follow your favorite locations and win guest list places for the next event. 👉 RAUSGEGANGEN APP
Frequently asked questions about events in August 2025 in Cologne:
1. which major events are taking place in Cologne in August 2025?
Several major events take place in Cologne in August, including:
- Gamescom: Die weltweit größte Messe für interaktive Unterhaltungselektronik und Computerspiele.
- Stadt ohne Meer Festival: das sweeteste Festival Kölns geht in die zweite Runde. Mit dabei: Souly, Paula Carolina & Berq 🪼
- Cologne Club Days: hier wird Clubkultur gefeiert, tagsüber vernetzt sich die Szene bei den Conference Days, Nachts tanzen wir alle bis in den nächsten Tag 🪩
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. One example is the Stadtgarten Köln, which often offers free concerts.
You can find out exactly what these are here.
3. what is the weather like in Cologne in August and what should you pack?
Answer: In August, the weather in Cologne is usually warm with temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius. Occasional rain showers are possible. Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, a hat and possibly a light rain jacket.