July highlights in NRW: Festivals, Pride and fairs for every taste!

July highlights in NRW: Festivals, Pride and fairs for every taste!

July has begun and with it comes a colorful array of events in Cologne that will ensure you never get bored. The open-air season is in full swing and numerous events invite both locals and visitors to enjoy the summer ambience. How 24rhine According to reports, music festivals, city festivals and fairs take place in July.

Do you have anything special to look forward to? Apart from the numerous festivals such as the renowned Summerjam at Fühlinger See, which takes place from July 4th to 6th, Cologne Pride also attracts a lot of attention with its three-day street festival from July 4th to 6th. The big CSD parade on July 6th takes place at 11:30 a.m. and promises a colorful spectacle in which the Heumarkt becomes the centerpiece. The successful band Culcha Candela will also perform on the main stage. Also went out highlights the Cologne CSD as an event that stands for equality and acceptance of LGBTQIA+.

Music festivals and concerts

Cologne offers a variety of musical highlights in July. On July 2nd, fans can look forward to Kendrick Lamar at the Rheinenergie Stadium, which will be one of only two stops in Germany. On July 12th and 13th, the Even Flow Festival is on the program, which combines singer-songwriters and indie pop.

There are also numerous other music events: the spectacular Amphi Festival (July 19th and 20th) at the Tanzbrunnen, which focuses on electronic body music and gothic rock, as well as the Rheinuferfest with Enter Shikari as the headliner on July 18th. Things will get really hot for rap fans on July 25th at the Tanzbrunnen with Ski Aggu. The Gourmet Festival in the Rheinauhafen (July 25th to 27th) will also make gourmets sit up and take notice, while a wide range of culinary offerings will be offered by around 80 retailers.

culture and more

Diversity is also visible in the cultural offerings in Cologne in July. Cologne.de highlights multimedia shows such as "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" and "Monet's Garden" that attract art lovers. The immersive Titanic exhibition also offers the opportunity to go on a remarkable journey through time. The 360-degree experience “Viva Frida Kahlo” on July 2nd will also attract those interested in culture.

A special highlight is the free Ebertplatz Concert #4 with hip-hop acts and DJs, which will also delight fans. As part of the Pride celebrations, the Dyke* March for lesbian visibility and queer diversity will also take place as a demonstration on the CSD weekend.

City festivals and fairs

If you are looking for even more entertainment, you will find it at the city festivals and fairs. Events such as the wine festival in Ahaus (July 11th to 12th) or the large summer fair in Eschweiler (July 4th to 13th) promise fun for all ages. Duisburg also celebrates the Beecker Kirmes (July 4th to 8th), and the shooting festival in Willich also attracts many visitors.

July has a packed program for Cologne residents and their guests that celebrates summer life in the city. From exciting concerts to festive street festivals to cultural highlights – there is something for everyone here! Stay tuned because, as always, changes may occur at short notice. So, pack up the sun and let yourself be carried away by Cologne's joy of life!