Party trip

Carnival om Rhing

The popular party on the Rhine

Two women from a dance group pose on the shoulders of unseen men, their gaze directed at the audience standing in front of the stage
© KD Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH

Kölle Alaaf! During the fifth season, all of Cologne is upside down, and that also applies to the KD. Under the motto "Jeck an Deck", people party like crazy.

Best location, best music, best mood. The KD carnival parties have long been legendary and have become an integral part of the carnival calendar. Within sight of Cologne's Old Town, top DJs and chart-topping live acts get the revellers in the party mood on the KD party boats. When colorfully costumed revellers storm the beautifully decorated dance floors, a party atmosphere is guaranteed. Alaaf!

Program & Services

November 7 & November 14, 2026
22.01., 23.01., 29.01., 30.01.2027

  • from/to KD Landebrücke Köln/Altstadt
  • 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Boarding
  • One-hour round trip (exact departure time depends on the program schedule)
  • 00:00 End of the event

  • KD event ship
  • DJs of the KD
  • Carnival band see below.

Live Acts Session 2026/2027

  • November 7, 2026: Kuhl and the Gang
  • November 14, 2026: Compressed air
  • January 22, 2027: Command 3 & Bel Air

every day: Dance corps
TG Kölsche Greesberger

Program subject to change

  • January 23, 2027: Funky Marys
  • January 29, 2027: Chanterella
  • January 30, 2027: Aluis & Fiasco

Party photos

Captured in the best light! Our onboard photographers are there for every party and always capture the event and the guests in the best light. Looking for your own photo? You can find all the party photos here.

At a glance

  • KD landing stage Cologne/Altstadt
  • November 7 & November 14, 2026
    22.01., 23.01., 29.01., 30.01.2027
  • 7:00 p.m. Boarding, 12:00 a.m. end
  • Carnival band live on board
  • Drinks & snacks à la carte

36 € per person

Important information

A minimum age of 18 applies to all party cruises. Persons under the age of 18 are therefore not permitted to attend, even if accompanied by parents/legal guardians. Guests who are intoxicated or whose attire or behavior is inappropriate may be Boarding . We reserve the right to change ships at any time. There is only a very limited number of seats available on party cruises. Please note our dress code for Carnival trips.

Safe and fast – Only cashless payments are accepted on board for party and event trips. No minimum amount, no fees!

Further information and answers to additional questions can be found here.

Ticket insurance

After booking in our online store, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to our partner "Ergo Reiseversicherung", which you can use to take out ticket insurance.

Insurance conditions
Tariff sheet

Gastronomy

You will find the drinks and food menus for your KD in our catering area.

Our fleet

Right in the middle of the action in the vibrant metropolis - where KD ships set sail, life is happening! On board the KD , every occasion becomes a very special experience.

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Service Center

Service times:
Mon:
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tue - Fri:
8:30 am to 4:30 pm


Frequently asked questions

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