What's happening in Cologne in July 2025?

Summer, sun, super fun events - all July long! ☀️
We'll tell you what's on the menu in Cologne in July 2025: get ready for open airs, festivals, concerts - and of course our all-time favorite demo and highlight, the Cologne CSD 2025. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

In addition to the best weather, the summer month of July has a basket full of the finest event treats in store - for every taste. With a Rausgegangen-Chef's-Kiss we serve you for example: the Flow Festival, the Rausgegangen Film Evening, the Backoffice Boat Session and especially tasty - the Gourmet Festival Cologne. 👩‍🍳

👉 Full of festival feeling? Then be sure to check out our article on "Festivals in and around Cologne 2025".

👉 Looking for queer events in Cologne in July 2025? Then take a look here.

👉 The weather doesn't affect your running enjoyment? Then our Running Clubs article is for you!

& that was just the appetizer so far. You definitely don't want to miss these events in Cologne in July 2025:

Don'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 Cologne in July 2025:

1. what open air activities can I do in Cologne in July 2025?

In July 2025, Cologne offers numerous outdoor activities such as walks along the banks of the Rhine, bike tours through the city and its surroundings, picnics in the parks and visits to the many beer gardens and street cafés. In addition to the CSD and Summerjam Festival, we can also recommend the Neue Wellen Festival.

2. which festivals are taking place in and around Cologne in July 2025?

A whole host of different festivals take place in and around Cologne in July. These include the Summerjam Festival and the Even Flow Festival. All festivals in July 2025 in and around Cologne can be found here.

3. how to plan my July 2025 event calendar in Cologne

Are you ready for summer 2025 and looking for the coolest events in Cologne? Perfect, then we have a few hot tips for you on how to really spice up your event calendar!

1. for the spontaneous quick decision-makers:

Every day you will find the most important and exciting events as a Pick of the Day - whether in the app or on the website. So you won't miss any spontaneous highlights.

2. for the calendar planners:

Look out for the highlights in July, such as open-air concerts, street festivals or art exhibitions. You can find the absolute highlights in this blog article. You can also bookmark the events directly via the Like button in your Rausgegangen app. Don't forget to let your friends know what you've discovered!

3. for the social media mice:

We always keep you up to date on our Instagram and TikTok channels - whether it's what's happening in the city, new openings or event highlights.

4th extra tip for savers:

Lotteries are constantly being held on our platform, in the app and on Instagram. Participation is free - so you really have nothing to lose. You're welcome!

Zack - with these tips, your July in Cologne will be unforgettable in no time!