Alaaf you: The fifth season begins!

Carnival in Cologne is not just a celebration, but a way of life. The streets and pubs are filled with people in colorful costumes, and the traditional parades attract millions of visitors. With a “Kölle Alaaf” on their lips and a smile on their faces, the people of Cologne celebrate life – in the middle of winter! Carnival is the perfect escape from everyday life: here, hierarchies and everyday worries are forgotten. Whether you’re a “Jeck” or a tourist – in Cologne, everyone simply belongs at carnival. People sing, dance and celebrate to Cologne hits and let themselves be infected by the good mood.

Kölle, you bes e Jeföhl!

Carnival in Cologne is much more than a celebration – it’s a feeling. It’s a time when the people of Cologne celebrate themselves and their city and welcome everyone who wants to join in.