Cologne in celebration: lure amphi festival and the Rhine bank festival!

Cologne in celebration: lure amphi festival and the Rhine bank festival!

Auerbachplatz, 50937 Köln, Deutschland - The weekend in Cologne from July 18 to 2025 promises to be full of joie de vivre and exciting events. At temperatures above 20 degrees, the city attracts with a colorful program that has something ready for every taste. For music and party lovers, the Amphi Festival

The Amphi Festival celebrates its 19th birthday on July 19 and 20 in the dance fountain. Here the fans of the black scene get their money's worth. Music styles such as Electronic Body Music (EBM), Elektropop, Dark Wave and Gothic rock are on the program. The Popular Festival offers a variety of bands, including Oomph!, Lord of the Lost and VNV Nation, to name just a few. The festival site also offers a bar with a view of the Cologne Cathedral and numerous food stalls.

a diverse supporting program

But that's not all: The Rhine bank festival moves on July 18 from 1pm to 10pm and on July 19 and 20 July to the guests to the Rhine bank promenade in the old town. Entry is free and culinary delights such as flame salmon, wine and designer pieces await the visitors here. On the same day, the Schlemmer- and Abbey market in Sülz , where you can feast and browse between 4 and 10 p.m.

There are also a number of other events for the music lovers on July 18, including a concert by ENTER Shikari South Bridge and the show "Cinderella. The 80s Show" at 7.30 p.m. in the Volksbühne on Rudolfplatz. Whether cabaret, variety or a multimedia experience such as "Monet's garden"-Cologne has something to offer for everyone this weekend.

The outlook on the festival

As the organizers of the Amphi Festival confirm, the preparations are promoted with high pressure . Due to the low water level of the Rhine, the ship's pier had to be laid. This detail shows that the organizers do everything possible to offer the festival visitors a great experience. The anticipation for the event is noticeable and promises to become a social meeting and a musical top form.

In addition, Sundays open to North Rhine-Westphalia will take place on July 20, so that the shops also benefit and there is the opportunity to enjoy the city to the fullest. This weekend is a very special event in the Cologne event calendar, and everyone should not miss the opportunity!