Höhner Classic 2026 - Köln

Name: Höhner Classic 2026 - Köln
Start: 2026-08-30T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-30T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Kölner Philharmonie

took place · 30 Aug 2026

Kölner Philharmonie, Cologne, Germany

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Höhner Classic 2026 - Köln — Kölner Philharmonie, Cologne

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Description was written before the event

Höhner will perform at Kölner Philharmonie in Cologne on Saturday, 29 August 2026 at 20:00. The concert is part of an extensive tour across Germany, comprising nine dates in various cities. The ensemble will present classic works in one of Germany's most prestigious concert halls. Kölner Philharmonie is a renowned institution known for its excellent acoustics and rich artistic programme. Music enthusiasts will have the opportunity to experience the performance in an exceptional setting.

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About: Höhner

Since 1972, Höhner have shaped the sound of Cologne carnival - their anthems "Viva Colonia" and "Echte Fründe" are sung at parties across Germany. The current six-piece, led by frontman Patrick Lück, tours year-round and released the album "11+11" in autumn 2024.

German chart peak for 'Wenn nicht jetzt, wann dann?' (2007)

Weeks on German charts for 'Wenn nicht jetzt, wann dann?'

200+

Live shows per carnival season

50+

Years active (founded 1972)

Tour

KarlsruheMannheimTroisdorfRheda-WiedenbrückIserlohnOsnabrückPaderbornMonheimHeerlenKölnKoblenzHückelhoven

Tracks

Viva Colonia2003 breakthrough hit, became a nationwide party anthem and Oktoberfest staple

Wenn nicht jetzt, wann dann?official anthem of the 2007 Men's Handball World Championship, #1 in Germany, charted for 58 weeks

Echte Fründeclassic Kölsch-dialect carnival song, one of the band's most enduring crowd favourites

Die Karawane zieht weiter1998 release with cult status, still a live staple

Prinzessin2023/24 session hit with the new lineup, won 'Et beste kölsche Leed' award

About the venue: Kölner Philharmonie

The Kölner Philharmonie is one of Germany's premier concert halls, opened in 1986 beneath the Ludwig Museum on the banks of the Rhine. Its distinctive vineyard-style auditorium seats around 2,000 and is celebrated for its outstanding acoustics. The hall hosts the Gürzenich Orchestra, WDR Symphony Orchestra, and a wide range of international classical, jazz, and world-music performances.

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