Kamelle Festival

KAMELLE FESTIVAL – Cologne is celebrating its first real Carnival festival!

November 11 will never be the same again. On November 11, 2026, the Kamelle Festivalat the legendary HALLE Tor 2in Cologne will usher in a new era for the opening of the carnival season: wild, loud, and reimagined. Cologne’s first true Carnival festival combines festival vibes with pub-style Carnival and plenty of interactive activities.

From 10 a.m. to around 10 p.m.(doors open at 9:30 a.m.), you can expect everything Carnival has to offer (and more) in one place, with one ticket, three stages, and countless experiences:

Main Stage– Live bands, DJs, and dance groups 

DJ Stage– club sounds and carnival beats from the hottest DJs and DJanes

Karaoke & Sing-Along Stage– Pure pub carnival fun, perfect for singing along and letting loose

Plus, there’ll be plenty of interactive activities, photo spots, candy bars, and — if the weather’s good—even an open-top carnival when the beer garden’s roof is opened. The entire area is weatherproof and covered, so rain or cold won’t stop your day! 

Kölsch is available for 2.50 euros, almost 20% cheaper than usual.

One day. Three worlds. One feeling: Carnival.

The day kicks off with Druckluft, and after the starting gun, the action continues full throttle throughout the day with carnival legends like Mo Torres, Grüngürtelrosen, King Loui, Malle Anja, and Kempes Feinest. Also joining the lineup are DJ René Pera, who mixes carnival and club sounds like no one else, and social media sensation Carpoolboy. Also joining the lineup are Aquagen and Toni Mogens, both of whom are currently taking the festival scene by storm. And to top it all off: Frenzy, currently appearing on “Villa der Versuchung,” will get everyone hyped up with her Freeze Challenge. Linda Teodosiu, a Cologne native, “DSDS” semifinalist, and a true session legend with “Rakete,” will take on the role of host and bring full festival energy to the entire venue.

The Facts at a Glance

• 📅 November 11, 2026 · Doors open at 9:30 a.m. · Event runs from 10 a.m. to approximately 10 p.m.
• 📍 HALLE Gate 2, Girlitzweg 30, 50829 Cologne
• 🎟️ Super Early Bird tickets available starting August 28 for €29; €39 thereafter (plus advance booking fees)
• 🔞 Admission for ages 18 and up
• ☔ 100% weatherproof, covered, safe space—a place to enjoy all day long

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