Fireworks
KÖLNER LICHTER
Spectacular fireworks display on board the KD
In 2026, the Cologne Lights will once again transform the cathedral city into a sea of sparks and colors. The best view? From the water, of course, and therefore - quite clearly - on board the KD.
On the first weekend in August, hundreds of thousands of visitors will once again flood the promenades, bridges and ships to watch one of Europe's most beautiful firework displays synchronized with music on the Rhine.
Program & Services
01.08.2026
- Boat trip from/to Cologne
- 18:00 Admission
- 19:00 Departure
- 00:00 Return*
- 00:00/00:30 End of the event
* The large music-synchronized final fireworks display is planned for approx. 23:00. Depending on the start and duration of the fireworks, there may be delays in the event and possibly a later return.
- Various ships & programs
- Map KD landing stages
Cologne Lights ship selection
Dinner Moment "MS RheinDiamond" (ex MS Jules Verne)
01.08.2026
- Boat tour from/to Cologne Old Town
- KD Landebrücke No. 5, Cologne-Altstadt, see
- 18:00 Admission
- 18:30 Departure
- 00:00 Return*
- 00:00 End of the event
- KD event ship MS RheinDiamond (ex Jules Verne)
- Table reservation
- incl. main course buffet with live cooking stations plus served starter and intermediate course
- incl. flying dessert buffet and ice cream station
- incl. welcome drink (champagne) and KD signature drink (anniversary drink) for the fireworks (other drinks à la carte)
- DJ & Live Act
- Ticket price 249 €
All-inclusive evening cruise on the MS Petersberg
01.08.2026
- Boat tour from/to Cologne
- DSC landing stage, Cologne Zoo, see
- 18:00 Admission
- 19:00 Departure
- 00:00 Return*
- 00:00 End
- MS Petersberg
- incl. table reservation
- incl. welcome sparkling wine
- incl. buffet and drinks (beer, wines, soft drinks)
- DJ
- Ticket price 239 €
Party ship Event ship Oceandiva Nova
01.08.2026
- Party trip to the fireworks from/to Cologne
- KD Landing stage Cologne-Bastei, see
- 18:00 Admission
- 19:00 Departure
- 00:00 Return*
- 00:30 End of the event
Party trip. Minimum age 18 years. Very limited seating available.
- Event ship Oceandiva Nova
- incl. beer, wines, sparkling wine & soft drinks
- DJ
- the best hits of the current charts
- Party on the open-air deck in good weather
- Snacks à la carte (self-paying)
- Ticket prices incl. fireworks tax
- 179 € (Phase 1, limited contingent)
- 189 € (Phase 2, limited contingent)
- 199 € (Phase 3)
External event
The event is a third-party event on a ship of Ocean Diva GmbH. KD is not the organizer of the event. If you have any questions about the event, please contact the organizer directly.
Organizer: Oceandiva
Important information
*Depending on the start and duration of the fireworks display, there may be delays in the event and possibly a later return.
The ship MS RheinDiamond (ex Jules Verne) is unfortunately not barrier-free. The open deck and the toilets are only accessible via steps.
The minimum age for the party cruise on board the MS Oceandiva Nova is 18 years.
Alcoholized guests or guests with inappropriate outfits or behaviour may be refused entry. The consumption of cannabis products is strictly prohibited for safety reasons. The right to change ships is always reserved. Further information on the dress code and answers to other 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.
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.
