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Ascension Day 2024 in Cologne - our event tips
Ascension Day 2024 in Cologne is just around the corner - May 2024 generally brings a lot of public holidays with it! 🗓️⏰
The Ascension Day 2024 long weekend in Cologne is perfect for cool exhibitions, concerts, parties, workshops and much more. Find out exactly what's happening in Cologne on Ascension Day 2024 in this article. 🥳
In May 2024, it's back to back, and Mother's Day 2024 is also in the same week. Let's celebrate Parents' Week together! 👯♂️ 🪩
Gewölbe Open Air at Odonien
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Dance through the day with nice electronic beats - top music in a top location - we can reccomend. 🪩
All infos for the event Gewölbe Open Air at OdonienFeministischer Kreativ-Nachmittag mit dem Vulvina Coloring Book
Do, 09.05.2024 14:00
Fancy a creative afternoon? Maybe even in the sun? At the feminist creative afternoon with the Vulvina Coloring Book, you can give free rein to your creativity as well as your self-expression, empowerment and self-love. Together with illustrator and publisher Natacha Jill Colin, you will color in her Vulvina Coloring Book and have an afternoon full of joy, color and sharing.
All infos for the event Feministischer Kreativ-Nachmittag mit dem Vulvina Coloring BookSolidarität ohne Grenzen. Eine Brücke für Europa
5,50 € Aperol o'clock
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Summer, sun, APEROOOOOL🍹🌞 The season is open! And for EUR 5.50, you can't help but run to the Impact Café 🏃♀️ So let's gooooooo
All infos for the event 5,50 € Aperol o'clockRADIO SABOR | LATIN BOAT | MS LORELEY
Boat party on the Rhine: two decks with Latin & reggaeton beats! Here the Cologne Riviera becomes the Copacabana!
All infos for the event RADIO SABOR | LATIN BOAT | MS LORELEYThe Staves
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The indie-pop duo captivates with emotional lyrics and music to empathize with. The sisters are originally from England and have already released music with the likes of Tom Jones.
All infos for the event The Stavesfuchsteufelswild - Die 150 Minuten Party!
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Why always party until 6 a.m. when you can have the best party in just 150 minutes? That's right, go to Reineke Fuchs, have a bit of fun, have a good drink, unpack your dance moves and then just leave (or maybe just move on✨)
All infos for the event fuchsteufelswild - Die 150 Minuten Party!Studio F: RELIKTE
Do, 09.05.2024 18:00
ATTENTION: It could get spooky! Fancy an evening full of surprises and a different kind of theater? Then the interactive theater experience by Studio F: RELIKTE is just the thing for you: This is where theatrical horror meets documentary theater.
All infos for the event Studio F: RELIKTE»A blur of fur and bone«
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Music that goes through the marrow and bone - that sums up this extraordinary concert perfectly. So don't miss this spectacle and drop by for "A blur of fur and bone". The concert takes place as part of ACHT BRÜCKEN | Musik für Köln - a festival that brings the international contemporary music scene, from new music and jazz to world music, electronic music and pop, to the city.
All infos for the event »A blur of fur and bone«Queere Revolution
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A heart-wrenching theater project based on the novel "Lavender Sword" (1966) - a journey back in time to the beginning of the queer emancipation movement.
All infos for the event Queere RevolutionGute Nacht! in Odonien mit Aexhy, DJ Cringey, DJ Henk, DJ Hyperdrive, Die Jane, George, HiTMiLØW, Lobsta B
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Summer is in the starting blocks! That needs to be celebrated. So let's just turn night into day and dance together to groovy, bouncy and trancy beats 🌟👯♀️
All infos for the event Gute Nacht! in Odonien mit Aexhy, DJ Cringey, DJ Henk, DJ Hyperdrive, Die Jane, George, HiTMiLØW, Lobsta Bkrakeelen gegen rechts – Soliparty
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Obstmarkt
Fr, 10.05.2024 16:00
A flea market in a class of its own: stylish second-hand treasures, good music, drinks and food - we love the fruit market! 🍊
All infos for the event Obstmarkt3. Kölner Frühlingsfest 2024
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Vrühlingsmarkt Köln
Sa, 11.05.2024 00:00
A VEGAN spring festival? Yes! Here you'll find vegan delicacies, refreshing drinks, live music and various stalls to browse. 🌱
All infos for the event Vrühlingsmarkt KölnBACKSTAGE DiARiES
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This party series is iconic! From queer to straight - everyone is welcome. The music is also colorful: pop to techno. 🌈
All infos for the event BACKSTAGE DiARiESEXTENDED w/ JONAS SAALBACH
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Dance the night away to the electro beats of world-famous DJs. Here you can simply let yourself drift and switch off.
All infos for the event EXTENDED w/ JONAS SAALBACHSpritz & Brunch in der Aperol Spritzeria by Deli Sülz
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Fancy a casual Spritz & brunch? Between 12 and 2 pm you will be served an Italian brunch board, accompanied by 2-4 spritz drinks of your choice. If that's not the perfect start to the weekend, we don't know what is! 🥪🇮🇹🌞
All infos for the event Spritz & Brunch in der Aperol Spritzeria by Deli SülzHUSH HUSH
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A party with 3 floors - we love it!!! From hard trap to groovy hush hush sound to techno & hyperpop. Together with the YUCA, the CBE transforms into your perfect party experience. So hit the dance floor, get set, DANCE!!!
All infos for the event HUSH HUSHTag des offenen Tors 2024
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Here you have the chance to catch a glimpse behind the scenes of this extraordinary location. Discovery tours through the sculpture park, drinks & finger food and fascinating live performances are on offer.
All infos for the event Tag des offenen Tors 2024Espresso Martini Weekend
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Really tasty Espresso Martini for 6€ - you can also sit outside here when the sun is shining!
All infos for the event Espresso Martini WeekendFlohmarkt Riehler Gürtel
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So, 12.05.2024 11:00
Riehl is definitely worth a trip this Sunday! The flea market at Riehler Gürtel invites you to stroll from 11 am. Here you can stroll in a special flair through an avenue and buy lots of books, rarities and junk.
All infos for the event Flohmarkt Riehler GürtelMUTTER*SEIN. Eine vielstimmige Sammlung
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Let's celebrate the mothers on this earth and discover the different facets of motherhood. This polyphonic installation tells various stories of women* and is accompanied and interpreted by a choir at the beginning.
All infos for the event MUTTER*SEIN. Eine vielstimmige SammlungWeinwanderweg de Latäng
So, 12.05.2024 14:00
For Mother's Day, there's the "Weinwanderweg de Latäng" - sixteen great restaurants each present their own wine selection. Discover the Kwartier with a glass of wine in your hand!
All infos for the event Weinwanderweg de LatängFather's Day or Ascension Day? What is it actually? You can simply decide for yourself what you celebrate, how you celebrate, who you celebrate with and whether you celebrate at all. FACT IS: there's a lot going on in Cologne on May 9th and there's bound to be something cool for you!
The people of Cologne are in luck! We also have another day off at the end of May. So check out the best events on Corpus Christi now!
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Frequently asked questions about Ascension Day 2024 in Cologne
1 What is Ascension Day and why is it celebrated?
Ascension Day is a Christian holiday that marks the return of Jesus Christ to heaven after his resurrection. According to the Bible, Jesus is said to have ascended to heaven 40 days after his resurrection to sit at the right hand of God. Ascension Day is celebrated by Christians as an important part of the Christian faith.
2 Why is Ascension Day also known as "Father's Day"?
In Germany, Ascension Day falls on the same day as Father's Day, which sometimes leads to confusion. However, this connection has historical reasons and is not purely coincidental. As Father's Day falls on the day on which Christians celebrate Ascension Day, this day is sometimes also referred to as "Father's Day". In some regions, however, Ascension Day is still celebrated exclusively as a religious holiday, with no reference to Father's Day.
3. are there any special traditions for Ascension Day 2024 in Cologne?
Ascension Day is an important holiday in the Christian calendar, and many believers attend special services or masses on this day to celebrate the ascension of Jesus.