What's happening in Cologne in March 2025?
The sun is finally back and the city is slowly blossoming. Cologne in March 2025 promises you a colorful mix of vibrant culture, the best live music, activism and the odd dance opportunity. Spring brings light and a breath of fresh air to the city - just like the diverse and inspiring contributions of lit.COLOGNE POP. Just in time for the feminist day of struggle, we take to the streets together for the big demonstration and cheer on the FC women as loud as we can in the Rheinenergiestadion the next day. 🌟🗓️💫
As you can see, we've unpacked our research glasses - so get your diary and pen out! You won't want to miss these events.
🥁Drum roll 🥁
We proudly present the Cologne event highlights in March 2025:
🤫 Pssst! You can find out what else is causing anticipation this year in the annual highlights 2025! 🤫
Langer Donnerstag im Museum Ludwig: Kraft tanken!
Finally, another long Thursday at Ludwig! This time it's all about feminist struggles, strong artists and creative actions - in short: recharge your batteries! On the agenda are surprising performances, exciting talks and feminist embroidery.
Queer Special! Stand Up Comedy von LGBTQIA+ Comedians
Laugh, celebrate, empower! SMASH COMEDY brings queer and FLINTA* comedians to the stage - for sharp jokes, new perspectives and lots of fun. A show without clichés, but with maximum energy.🏳️🌈
Demo zum 8. März - feministischer Kampftag
Together against patriarchal and racist oppression and for feminism in solidarity! ✊💜
10 Jahre Odonia Noire Festival
Happy 10th anniversary: bass, beats and ecstasy! Odonia Noire brings 33 DJs to the decks and makes Cologne's electronic scene shake until midday. From house to hard techno - dance the night away and party like there's no tomorrow! 🪩⛓
Highlightspiel der FC-Frauen gegen Bayern
Big game, big stage! The FC women welcome the German champions FC Bayern to the RheinEnergieSTADION - a real highlight with goosebumps guaranteed. Be there, join in the celebrations and cheer on soccer in a class of its own! ⚽️
lit.COLOGNE POP
None None
Yippee - the little sister of lit.COLOGNE is already entering its third round this year! On the weekend of March 15 - 16, lit.COLOGNE POP offers a stage for young literature and exchange - from non-fiction and debut novels to essays and song lyrics. Look forward to a weekend full of enriching input and a well-rounded program with exciting contributions from Toxische Pommes, Svea Mausolf, Yasemin M'Barek, Marcel Moses and many more.
Ritter Lean - "Stell dir vor du warst nicht da" Tour 2025
With honest lyrics, full of energy, hot moves and hits between party and melancholy, the Berlin indie rapper inspires his audience. Fancy a guest list?
Eli Preiss • f*ck (ich liebe dich) tour 2025
Fancy a really good concert again? Then watch out, Eli Preiss is coming to your city and bringing an unforgettable evening with him! About love, heartbreak and the ups and downs of life. All wrapped up in nice beats, gentle lyrics and hot tunes - you'll be standing front row and partying to "Ich Such", "wein in wien" and "(von hier bis) Tokio". 🪩💜
BEACHPEOPLE — MAMA I MIGHT BE COMING TOUR 2025
Sun on your face, sand under your feet and beach people on your ears - the band combines gentle indie vibes with dreamy melodies that taste of salt water and wanderlust. 🌞 Malte Huck, former bassist with AnnenMayKantereit, invites us on a musical journey between letting go and arriving. His new single "Leaving The Band" embodies the courage to break new ground. Be there when Beachpeople bring the feeling of an endless summer to the stage. 💜✨
LENA&LINUS - "WIR VERGLÜHEN" - TOUR 2025
Get your change out and start dawdling: In the old town, it's time to haggle, rummage and stroll. You'll find a wide range of antiques, books, records, jewelry, furniture and much more.
rheinrhythmik w/ Doudou MD, Nils Bosco, Mira Mertens & Felix Monreal
Doudou MD from Amsterdam brings '90s UK/US/DE house and techno with a spiritual touch to the Gewölbe on this evening.🌈❤
SCHNACK Stand-Up Comedy im Adina Köln
From northern Germany straight to Cologne - the SCHNACK stand-up comedy show. From young comedians to old acquaintances, everyone is here. So if you want to laugh again, this is definitely the right thing to do. 🤩🎙️
Fuffifufzich
Her sound is a playful mix of dreamy synthpop, rap influences and cloud hits that sometimes whispers softly and sometimes screams loudly - always accompanied by a wink. With her debut album "Heartbreakerei", she conquered the stages in 2022 and hypnotized the audience with her unmistakable mixture of irony, emotion and a touch of Dada. Fuffifufzich is more than just music - she is an attitude to life somewhere between Italo-Western and Berliner Strasse, accompanied by sunglasses and plenty of charm.
BOYS DON'T CRY! - InterFemme* e.V.
Loud, quiet, honest and moving - "BOYS DON'T CRY!" What does masculinity really mean? An impressive performance between breaking down stereotypes and asking questions - go and experience it for yourself! ❤️🔥
LATIBUL FLOHMARKT
Flea vibe meets circus magic! Rummage, rummage, bargain, find a new favorite item and that at the Latibul circus area - fresh waffles and there's also, so go there! 🎪
TILL REINERS - mein Italien GRANDISSIMO
Big, bigger, GRANDISSIMO! Till Reiners brings "My Italy" to the stage in XXL - sharp, funny and unique. Last chance to experience this comedy highlight live - grab a ticket and enjoy the evening! 🤝
Kleidertausch in der Wohngemeinschaft
A breath of fresh air in your closet - but sustainably! At the Zero Waste e.V. clothes swap, you can give unworn items a second chance and find new favorites. Browse, swap, discover new and old things - sustainable, relaxed and full of good vibes!
Flohmarkt in der Alten Feuerwache
One of our favorite flea markets is finally back! Strolling, rummaging, treasure hunting - everyone will find what they're looking for at the flea market in the Alte Feuerwache. 🧢🔎
Frequently asked questions about events in Cologne in March 2025
1. what can you do in Cologne in March 2025?
Cologne kicks off March 2025 in the middle of Carnival week, but even after you've celebrated the Rose Monday parade in Cologne, the city still has plenty to offer. Numerous concerts, flea markets, parties, art and culture - such as the Lit.Pop literature festival - await you this month.
2. which event highlights should I not miss in Cologne in March 2025?
In March, Lit.Pop invites you to readings and exchange ideas, the women of FC Köln meet FC Bayern at the Rheinenergiestadion, and the Odonia Noire Festival celebrates 10 years of the finest electronic music. In addition, a real concert month awaits us - look forward to plenty of live music moments! You can find an overview of all concerts here. Want to make sure you don't miss anything this month? Your event compass in your pocket and always with you: the Rausgegangen app
3. what should I not miss in Cologne 2025 in spring?
March 2025 in Cologne also means warmer temperatures, rays of sunshine on your face and the city blossoming. Spring in Cologne offers numerous sunny spots in cafés and invites you to stroll through the green belt and enjoy the sunshine along the Rhine.