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Top Locations by Rausgegangen in Cologne
Here you’ll find the top spots in Cologne, as selected by Rausgegangen: Relevance over size. Open to new ideas, experimentation, and diverse perspectives. FLINTA acts, queer female artists, marginalized voices. A diverse cultural scene isn’t the opposite of quality—it’s a prerequisite for it. These are true hotspots: They know what they stand for—a city that welcomes everyone. Starting now, we’re recognizing these venues across Germany. You’ll also find the sticker you see above inside and around these venues. 🪩
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FAQs: Top Nightlife Spots in Cologne, where Rausgegangen took place
1. How can I tell if a location is excellent?
The award-winning venues feature a special sticker—both inside and on the premises, as well as online on our platform. The sticker is your sign that this venue stands for open, diverse, and experimental cultural formats and is committed to supporting marginalized artists, queer perspectives, and FLINTA acts.
2. What criteria must a venue meet to be recognized?
We’re looking for venues that prioritize relevance over size—that are open to new ideas and experimentation. They should promote diverse perspectives, provide a stage for FLINTA acts and queer artists, and give visibility to marginalized voices. The key point is this: for these venues, a vibrant, open cultural scene is not the opposite of quality, but rather its fundamental prerequisite. They know what they stand for—and that’s what matters most.
3. I run a venue—how can I participate?
If your venue embodies these values, contact us directly at koeln@rausgegangen.de. Tell us about your program, your philosophy, and how you support marginalized artists and queer perspectives. We’ll see if your venue is a good fit for our initiative—and if so, you’ll get a sticker for your wall.