Kölner Lichter 2026 | VIP Experience on board Oceandiva Nova
Experience Europe’s largest high-altitude fireworks display from the front row — exclusively from the water.
On 1 August 2026, Kölner Lichter will once again transform the Rhine and the Cologne skyline into a spectacular sea of lights. On board the Oceandiva Nova, guests will experience this iconic event from a truly exceptional perspective: directly on the water, with a front-row view of the fireworks and an exclusive atmosphere on board.
While thousands of visitors gather along the Rhine embankments, guests on board will enjoy a premium VIP experience including a DJ, drinks, and an individual catering concept with live-cooking stations by Kaiserschote Eventcatering — all set against the unique backdrop of Cologne by night.
A unique experience you don’t want to miss
- Front-row experience on the water | Direct view of the fireworks and Kölner Lichter from the Rhine.
- Europe’s largest high-altitude fireworks display | An iconic Cologne event with a unique atmosphere along the river.
- Exclusive location: Oceandiva Nova | A modern event ship with generous indoor and outdoor spaces.
- Stylish catering concept | Individual food concept with live-cooking stations, delivered by Kaiserschote Eventcatering.
- Drinks included | The ticket price includes drinks.
- DJ on board | Music and party atmosphere until midnight.
- Perfect perspective | Guests experience the fireworks from the water — close, impressive and unforgettable.
Arrangement
The
- Reception on board Oceandiva Nova
- Cruise on the Rhine from and to Pier at Bastei, Cologne
- Front-row view of Kölner Lichter and the main fireworks display
- Individual catering concept with live-cooking stations by Kaiserschote Eventcatering
- Drinks included
- DJ on board
- Party / closing until midnight
- Contribution to the Kölner Lichter organisation and VAT
Price per person: €229.00 excluding service fees.
Date & Schedule
Date: Sunday, 1 August 2027
Location: Oceandiva Nova
Start and end location: Pier at Bastei, Cologne
Planned schedule:
- 18:30 – Guest reception on board
- no later than 19:30 – Start of the Rhine cruise
- 20:00 – Start of the catering concept with live-cooking stations
- approx. 23:30 – Return to the pier at Bastei
- until 00:00 – Party / closing on board
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