Things to Do in Cologne This Week
Apr 27 – May 3, 2026
Events by Day
T Thursday, Apr 30 (10 events)
EMS x Meakusma w/ Skee Mask, Willow, Andrew Red Hand, Avakyan + Residents
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 8:00 AM
📍 Twilight Café
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 16.92
80s and 90s Party
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 4:00 PM
📍 Core by Frames Event & Kongress
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 13.93 - 25.00
Latte Art für Einsteiger mit Lisi
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 4:30 PM
📍 Das süße Leben - Café & Weinbar
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 41.67
Daniel Zipfel: Walküre
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 5:30 PM
📍 literaturhaus.dortmund
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 0.00 - 5.00
20:00 Generation Party. TANZ IN DEN MAI
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM
📍 Theater im Walzwerk
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 11.82
American -ish Immigrant | English Stand Up Comedy in Koln
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM
📍 Theatercafe Filmdose
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 16.82 - 19.98
Matching Night Dortmund - Bis zu 150 Singles
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM
📍 SHADES Café Bar Atelier
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 25.00
Tanz in den Mai 2026
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 6:00 PM
📍 Bürgerhalle Broich
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 15.99
VOLTAGE ROOM PRES. ⚡️ TANZ IN DEN MAI ⚡️ 360 GRAD TECHNO RAVE | PM93 ESSEN
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 8:00 PM
📍 PM93 Essen
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 10.65
Tanz in den Mai Wuppertal • Wilde Herzen
📅 Thu, Apr 30, 2026 • 9:00 PM
📍 Alte Glaserei - Forum an der Nordbahntrasse
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 11.44 - 13.61
F Friday, May 1 (3 events)
KOLLEKTIV TURMSTRASSE & JONATHAN KASPAR - strandliebe Open Air
📅 Fri, May 1, 2026 • 12:00 PM
📍 Bikini Beach Bonn
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 21.10
Lady Gaga Party • Helios37 • Köln
📅 Fri, May 1, 2026 • 9:00 PM
📍 Helios 37
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 11.44 - 13.61
Headless • The Home of Core & Alternative Rock • Köln
📅 Fri, May 1, 2026 • 9:00 PM
📍 Garagen Club Köln
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 11.44 - 13.61
S Saturday, May 2 (10 events)
Köln: WORK THE M - Der Leica M Workshop
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 8:00 AM
📍 Wallrafplatz
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 249.00
"Der Himmel ist hier" mit Tanja Schlömer in Essen
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 8:00 AM
📍 Sibyllastraße 15
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 422.99
Portraitfotografie mit Lichtführung (inkl. Model)
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 8:30 AM
📍 Calumet Photo Video Düsseldorf
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 179.48
Fujifilm Grundlagenseminar
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 9:00 AM
📍 Calumet Photo Video Essen
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 129.00
Schamanisches Jahreskreisfest: Beltane – Feuer, Sinnlichkeit & Lebenskraft
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 11:00 AM
📍 Pilates am Schlosspark
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 44.00
Glow Circle Event | Dein inneres Kind (Düsseldorf)
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 2:00 PM
📍 Yorckstr. 1a (Hinterhof)
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 38.45
Öffnungstag Mai 2026
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 2:00 PM
📍 Freeplay.Ruhr
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 15.00
Kratzen +Berlin 2.0 +Grafzahl Jr. +Trust Issues - underground.sounds.siegen
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 4:00 PM
📍 VORTEX SURFER Musikclub
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 22.49
Joshua & Friends - Volume 2
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 5:30 PM
📍 Theater Halbe Treppe
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 27.82 - 32.61
А NIGHT LIKE THIS • The Alternative 80s Party • Helios 37 Köln
📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 • 9:00 PM
📍 Helios 37
🏙️ Cologne
🎟️ EUR 11.44 - 13.61
S Sunday, May 3 (0 events)
No events scheduled
This Week by Category
Music
10 events
Other
5 events
Hobbies
3 events
Arts
3 events
Pop
2 events
Photography
2 events
Electronic & EDM
2 events
Top 40
1 events
Spirituality
1 events
Rock
1 events
New Age
1 events
Mental health
1 events
Literary Arts
1 events
Indie
1 events
Holiday
1 events
Health
1 events
Gaming
1 events
Food & Drink
1 events
Events
1 events
Electronic
1 events
Craft
1 events
Comedy
1 events
Alternative
1 events
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best events in Cologne this week?
There are 23 events happening in Cologne this week (Apr 27 – May 3, 2026), including Music, Other, Hobbies, Arts, Pop. Browse our full listings above to find concerts, shows, festivals, and more sorted by day.
Are there free events in Cologne this week?
Many events in Cologne offer free admission or free entry options. Check individual event listings for pricing details. Community events, outdoor festivals, and gallery openings often have no cover charge.
What's happening this weekend in Cologne?
Check our dedicated weekend guide for Cologne at happeningnownext.com/city/cologne/this-weekend for events happening Friday through Sunday. You can also browse the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday sections on this page.