Event Dates
From: Friday, July 19, 2024
To: Monday, July 22, 2024
Pride Festival Cologne 2024
The Cologne Pride Festival is Germany’s biggest pride festival featuring three of the country’s top parties, hosting several unique events in the city’s most iconic venues.
Pride Festival Cologne 2024
The Cologne Pride Festival is Germany’s biggest pride festival featuring three of the country’s top parties, hosting several unique events over 4 days during the annual Cologne Pride festivities in July.
- Visiting for Cologne Pride? Check out the top trending hotels in the old town, close to all the gay bars and pride celebrations.
The Event
- Pride Festival Cologne brings together Sexy Cologne, Green Komm and Naughty Control for a weekend of truly spectacular events, in amazing locations across the city.
- The event is an official party of Cologne Pride which takes place each year in early July, culminating in a large street parade and after party.
The Day Party
- Friday 19th to Sunday 21st July 2024 – Cologne Pride STREET FESTIVAL
- Featuring a range of live performances, DJs, dancers and different themed shows from early evening until late.
- Street parties take over the Heumarkt, Alter Markt, Gürzenichstraße and Elogiusplatz.
The Dance Stage
The Opening Party
- Friday 19th July Awaiting Venues – | NIGHT | COLOGNE 3 SOME – Welcome Party
- The opening party takes place in 3 different locations (all about 14 minutes drive from the old town) including:
- Odonien – an open-air studio, workshop, venue & cultural center for artistic happenings & community events on Hornstraße 85.
- Artheater – an offbeat, versatile arts venue with a theater, a lively dance club & a concert venue for indie acts located on Ehrenfeldgürtel 127.
- Helios 37 an edgy club/bar with indoor & outdoor areas, hosting regular live music & DJ events on Heliosstraße 37.
The Main Event
- Shuttle busses are provided from the centre of Cologne.
Late Night and After Parties
The Pool Party
- Monday July 22nd 2024 – DAY | BABYLON Pool Party | Babylon Cologne
Where to stay in Cologne
Cologne is busy throughout the year, but gets especially busy during the Summer Season. Stay in the heart of the old town, close to all the city’s attractions and the venues hosting the festival events.
The following Cologne hotels are close to the pride festivities and Cologne’s top attractions:
Hotel Lyskirchen, Maritim Hotel, Dorint-Cologne, 25hours Hotel,
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Steigenberger Hotel is our
choice located in the gay district!
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Pride Festival Cologne Facebook
Gay Map of Cologne
There two gay areas in Cologne: Rudolfplatz, known locally as the “Bermuda Triangle” is more modern in style with Many of the cafes, bars and clubs around have started during the last twenty years. The Old Town is home to more Traditional pubs and bars for mixed ages.
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Dorint Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
This hotel is situated in Cologne city centre, 200 m from the Heumarkt Square. It offers spacious rooms and a restaurant. Some rooms include access to a health club with large indoor swimming pool. Spacious rooms with soundproofed windows and modern décor. All rooms include free tea/coffee facilities and a stylish marble bathroom.
25hours Hotel
4 Star, Readers Choice
Featuring a bar, 25hours Hotel The Circle is located in Cologne the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower.
Maritim Hotel Köln
4 Star, Location
Centrally located in Cologne, this hotel provides excellent panoramic views of the River Rhine. The Maritim Köln offers elegant accommodation and a spa with a gym and indoor pool. The air-conditioned rooms and suites are furnished in warm colours. All rooms include satellite TV, a desk and a modern bathroom. WiFi is provided free
Hotel Lyskirchen
4 Star, Great Value
This hotel lies in the heart of Cologne, offering a large indoor swimming pool and modern gym, and the sauna can be used for a surcharge. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel Lyskirchen feature elegant interiors. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a coffee machine as well as a complimentary bottle of mineral water. Free WiFi is available.
Video Cologne Pride Festival
A look at what you can expect!
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Cologne
Cologne, affectionately referred to as the “Gay Capital of Germany”, boasts vibrant gay neighbourhoods brimming with history, culture, and LGBTQ+ pride. The city’s heart beats loudly in the districts of Rudolfplatz and the Old Town’s famous Bermuda Triangle.
Altstadt-Nord | Cologne Old Town
Photo: Cologne hosts huge Circuit Events, Kinky Festivals & even a Gay Christmas Market
- Cologne’s gay scene is around Heumarkt-Mathiasstrasse in the Old Town (Altstadt). It is the city’s original gayborhood.
- The gaybourhood is home to low-key gay bars, a leather vibe and famous cruise clubs.
- One of the pioneering districts for LGBTQ+ rights in Germany, it hosts several post-parade parties during Cologne Pride.
- Discover the best things to see and do in the old town.
Rudolfplatz
Nicknamed “The Bermuda Triangle”, located west of town and home to Babylon & Phoenix saunas.
Ehrenfeld
Artsy neighbourhood, 20-mins from the centre, with trendy cafes, boutiques, & a vivid street art scene.
Belgian Quarter
Known for its hip atmosphere offering a blend of chic boutiques, trendy restaurants, & lively bars.
Deutz
On the eastern bank of the Rhine River, with a quieter vibe and fantastic views of Cologne’s skyline.
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