Mega festival weekend in Cologne: Südstadtfest & more await you!

Mega festival weekend in Cologne: Südstadtfest & more await you!

Karl-Schwering-Platz, Köln, Deutschland - The weekend of June 14 and 15, 2025 promises to become a real highlight for the Cologne team. When the weather is nice, numerous events and festivals in the city are on the program. In particular, the Südstadtfest, which takes place around Severinstorburg, attracts many visitors. Hier erwarten die Gäste neben Live-Acts und kulinarischen Highlights von circa 100 Ständen auch ein abwechslungsreicher Kinderbereich mit Vorführungen und Workshops, wie 24rhein.de reports .

In addition to this popular festival, several street parties also take place. The Ehrenfeld grape and hop festival on Neptunplatz offers a selection of wine and beer specialties as well as live music from June 13th to 15th. In addition, the Lindenthal family and Veedelsfest takes place, which includes numerous gastronomic offers and a children's program. Holweide also celebrates its hundred years of existence this weekend with an open-air festival and a children's concert, such as Koeln.de reports .

musical highlights

music fans will get their money's worth on June 14th at the Hype Festival in the Cologne youth park. Here artists from the genres present themselves hip-hop, trap and Afrobeats. The Dünnwald Musiknacht also takes place on the same day, where various local bands appear. Another musical highlight is the concert by The Streets on June 15th in the E-Werk. In addition, with the Sub.Kult Day Festival there is a cultural event at Niehler freedom that combines music, art and encounter.

For sports enthusiasts, the handball champions League will take place in the Cologne Lanxess Arena this weekend, accompanied by an opening party and a fanzone from June 13th. Numerous activities are also planned for children, including the Cologne children's sports festival in the Müngersdorf sports park with over 40 sports stations.

market days and culinary discoveries

Cologne also offers numerous markets this weekend, including several flea markets in districts such as Weidenpesch and Ehrenfeld as well as the Hofflohmarkt in Riehl and Niehl. Culinary, visitors will get their money's worth at the Südstadtfest and the others - the diversity of the food and drinks offered is large. Street food, local delicacies and international specialties enable a colorful taste experience.

The diverse program leaves nothing to be desired and attracts people of all ages. Whether celebrating, listening to music or simply enjoying the beautiful Cologne summer days - this weekend will be all about exchange, joy and joint experience in Cologne. The event highlights that are distributed throughout the city invite you to experience the pulsating culture of the city.