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OPEN-AIR KINO Köln Ehrenfeld

Open-air cinema of the Cinenova arthouse cinema: current films under the open sky in summer in Cologne-Ehrenfeld.

During the summer months the Cinenova arthouse cinema turns its beer garden in Cologne-Ehrenfeld into an open-air cinema, showing current films on a large screen under the open sky. Screenings start at nightfall, so it pays to arrive early for a good spot.

At a glance

Type
open-air cinema run by the Cinenova arthouse cinema
Venue
beer garden of around 600 m² in Cologne-Ehrenfeld
Season
during the summer months
Start
at nightfall
Seating
own blanket and cushion welcome; rental blankets/cushions for a 5.00 € deposit
Food & drink
bar, snack counter and kitchen (Wed–Sat); popcorn, nachos, fries and drinks
Tickets
flat rate 10.00 € online (plus booking fee), 9.00 € with a Cinecard, also at the box office
Address
Herbrandstraße 11, 50825 Cologne

Things to do here

  • Watch current films on a big screen under the open sky
  • Get cozy with a blanket and seat cushion in the beer garden
  • Enjoy popcorn, nachos and cool drinks at the cinema counter
  • Arrive early and soak up the sunset before the film starts
  • Bring your dog along and spend a balmy summer evening together

Programme & season

In the summer months the Cinenova cinema screens current films under the open sky. Each screening begins at nightfall; admission can be delayed, so arriving early is recommended. Alongside the regular programme there are special events such as the Surf Film Night, showing the latest surf films after sunset.

Location & facilities

Films are shown in the cinema's beer garden of around 600 m² in the heart of Ehrenfeld. You may bring your own blanket and cushion, or rent blankets and cushions for a 5.00 € deposit plus a 50-cent service fee per item. Dogs are allowed as long as they do not disturb other guests. In case of thunderstorms, rain or strong wind, the screening takes place inside the cinema hall.

Food & tickets

From Wednesday to Saturday the staff serve food and drinks; on Mondays and Tuesdays the kitchen is closed and the bar serves drinks only. The snack counter additionally offers popcorn and ice cream. Table reservations can be made via a form until 6:00 p.m. on the day of the show. Cinema tickets are sold separately – preferably online (flat rate 10.00 € plus booking fee), with a Cinecard for 9.00 €, or at the box office.

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Address

Herbrandstraße 11
50825 Köln

Contact

0221 99578310

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