| Bass & Büdchen Festival

Cologne, are you ready for the most laid-back highlight of your summer?

On August 30, 2026, we’re transforming YUCA into an oasis of concerts, vintage vibes, and electronic beats. Whether it’s hunting for pre-loved treasures, dancing to the finest beats, or discovering Cologne’s most exciting newcomers—the Bass & Büdchen Festival has a full lineup for you all day long.

Here’s what to expect:

• 🛍️Starting at 11:00 a.m., outdoors:A hand-picked flea market—browse unique booths, feast on the culinary offerings, and find your new favorite piece while sipping a cold drink. There will also be special booths like Tooth Gemming, a DIY crafting booth, and much more.
• 🎧Starting at 3:00 p.m., outdoors:Dancing under the sky—an outdoor rave with laid-back house music. Grab your loved ones and dance under Cologne’s sky to warm up for the evening program 💃🏼🕺
• 🎤Starting at 7:00 PM, inside at YUCA:The live concert series—the highlight of the day! Featuring:Marli,JULIKO,Leo Valdivia,Aris Valentino,ruka+ a secret act (Hint: German music, a hit song with over 3 million streams 👀)

💜 Support your locals
50% FLINTA representation on and off stage—a clear statement for diversity in Cologne’s pop culture.

💸 Pay What You Want
Free admission during the day. For the evening concert series: You decide what the ticket is worth to you. 100% of every cent goes to the artists and the sound system.

The venue is accessible, and until around 3 p.m., the atmosphere is intentionally low-key—no DJ or loud music yet.

Bring your favorite people, grab a blanket, and let’s celebrate the perfect late-summer day. Get your ticket now—spots are limited.

See you there! ✌️🌈

Want to clear out your own closet? 🧺 We’re still assigning booth spaces to individuals (no commercial vendors)—book yourown boothhere. 🪩