Cologne's high tension: Carnival, art and sports spectacle in January!

Cologne's high tension: Carnival, art and sports spectacle in January!

In Cologne, the cold winter days are marked by numerous cultural and sporty highlights. On the third weekend in January 2025, exactly on January 19, various events and attractions present themselves that attract both locals and visitors.

Special attention is paid to the exhibition ** Monet's garden ** in the Aleegria Exhibition Hall. This immersive event was extended until April 27, 2025 to give more art lovers the opportunity to discover the world of impressionist Claude Monet. Visitors can look forward to the latest projections, light installations and a musical background that make the visit an immersion experience. The exhibition combines art with nature and offers lifelike replicas that bring the colors and light games of Monet's gardens in Giverny to life. It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Entry costs 22 euros for adults and 18 euros for children. Further information can be found on monets-garten.de

more highlights for January

Another highlight in the cathedral city is ** China Lights ** in Cologne Zoo, which runs until February 2, 2025. It is the fifth edition of the Cologne Festival Cologne, which presents impressive light installations. Topics such as "fascinating marine worlds" and "treasures of nature" complement the event. Daily opening times from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. as well as a variety of hands-on formats, such as the lunar swing and an zodiac sign, create a festive atmosphere. Entry costs 23 euros for adults and 11 euros for children. Tickets are available both online and on site.

Culturally it continues in the ** Motorworld Köln **, where the musical ** Sister Act ** is performed from January 15th to 19th, 2025. The story is about a night club singer who disguises itself as a nun and promises the best entertainment. Admission begins from 39.90 euros, and tickets are to book via Motorworld.de/event/sister-act

Cologne sports and markets

for sports enthusiasts will take place on Sunday, January 19, 2025, an exciting home game by the ** Cologne Haie ** in the Lanxess Arena. The opponent will be the team of Iserlohn Roosters. The sharks are currently in fourth place, while the Roosters take the twelfth place. The admission prices start at 24 euros.

For bargain hunters and flea market fans, the days from Friday, January 17th to Sunday, January 19, 2025, offer the opportunity to browse at various locations in Cologne. On Friday, the "Trödel-Mit" will take place on the racecourse between 6 a.m. and 1 p.m., followed by another flea event on Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Sunday a flea market in Cologne invites Nippes, Wilhelmplatz from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cologne, known for its cultural diversity and creative scene, has a suitable offer for every taste. The events in the city on the Rhine offer deep insights into the world of art and exciting experiences for the whole family.