A very special highlight awaits fans of Niedecken’s BAP on 10 July 2026: Cologne’s legendary rock band will perform a unique open-air concert at RheinEnergieSTADION (Müngersdorf Stadium), a venue that has hosted countless memorable moments in both sports and music. This promises to be an unforgettable evening—not only for BAP’s loyal fans but also for everyone who appreciates Cologne’s rich musical heritage. Following the completely sold-out ZEITREISE Tour 2024/25, Niedecken’s BAP will raise the bar once again in summer 2026, transforming Cologne’s stadium into a celebration of singing, rocking, dancing, and traditional schunkeln.
Lutz Wingerath, Managing Director of Kölner Sportstätten, is equally excited about the event:
“This concert is a dream come true for me! Wolfgang Niedecken and BAP are among the artists I have always wanted to see perform here at RheinEnergieSTADION. I’m therefore delighted that it’s finally happening. And it’s not just me who’s looking forward to it—the entire city and countless music fans from across Germany will be thrilled to experience Wolfgang Niedecken’s homecoming concert. With his unique songs, Wolfgang Niedecken has inspired generations of people throughout Germany to listen to—and above all sing along with—music in the Cologne dialect. The concert at RheinEnergieSTADION, a venue Wolfgang Niedecken has visited so many times over the years, is sure to be an emotional highlight for BAP and all their fans.”
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for BAP’s one-of-a-kind anniversary show will go on sale on Wednesday, 18 June 2025, at 11:00 a.m. via Eventim.
The concert is sold out!
Hospitality suites (VIP boxes) can be requested by email at hospitality@koelnersportstaetten.de.
AT A GLANCE
Event: BAP
Date: 10 July 2026
Venue: RheinEnergieSTADION, Cologne
Items you may bring: Bags and personal belongings must not exceed DIN A4 size. Bringing food and beverages is generally prohibited.
Local promoter: Semmel Concerts
Accessibility: Information is available here.
Promoter information: Further information is available here.
Getting There
Detailed travel information is available here.
The local resident traffic management concept will be in effect from 3:00 p.m. onwards. Further information is available here.
Please note: It is not possible to stop directly at RheinEnergieSTADION to drop off or pick up concertgoers. Stopping along the roadside is strictly prohibited.
From the Weiden West Park & Ride facility, Tram Line 1 provides direct service to RheinEnergieSTADION. Cologne’s public transport operator (KVB) will operate additional special services on this line.
From Haus Vorst/Marsdorf station, Kölner Sportstätten GmbH offers a free shuttle service before the concert to the Südallee/Junkersdorf bus stop near the stadium.
After the concert, the shuttle service from the same location back to Haus Vorst/Marsdorf station will operate for 90 minutes.
Due to heavy traffic, significant delays are expected for those arriving by car. Visitors are strongly advised not to drive to the stadium.
The nearby Q-Park Quincy offers convenient parking for visitors. A special discounted event parking rate is available. Parking tickets are available here.
A parking ticket office will also be available on site.
ACCESS FOR WHEELCHAIRS, WALKERS & MOBILITY AIDS
The promoter has published the following information:
The preferred entrances for wheelchair users are located on the East Stand, although all entrances to the stadium grounds are step-free and wheelchair accessible. Please refer to your ticket for the designated entrance to the wheelchair areas, which are also clearly signposted.
Walkers (rollators) may be parked near the seating areas. Please ask one of the volunteers or members of the medical team, who will be happy to direct you to the appropriate location.
The standing area on the pitch is not fully accessible. For safety reasons, wheelchairs, walkers, folding chairs, and stools are not permitted in the standing area.
SCHEDULE
The following timetable is planned for the concert:
- Gates open: 4:00 p.m.
- VIP areas open: 5:30 p.m.
- Support act: approximately 6:00 p.m.
- BAP: approximately 7:00 p.m.
Please arrive early to avoid longer waiting times at the entrances.
YOUTH ADMISSION POLICY
- Children under 6 years of age: No admission.
- Children aged 6–15: Admission only when accompanied by a responsible adult. The following documents must be presented:
- Signed parental authorization.
- Copy of the signing parent’s ID.
- ID of the accompanying legal guardian.
- Visitors aged 16 and over: A valid student ID or government-issued photo ID is required.
Further information: Semmel Concerts – Youth Protection Guidelines.
FOOD & BEVERAGES
Bringing food or alcoholic beverages into the venue is not permitted.
Each visitor may bring one unopened, non-alcoholic Tetra Pak (maximum 0.5 litres).
A wide range of food and beverage concessions will be available inside the venue.
BAGS & BACKPACKS
All visitors will be subject to bag inspections and security checks upon entry.
Large bags and backpacks are not permitted.
Permitted
- One bag or backpack up to DIN A4 size (21 × 29.7 cm).
Prohibited
- Bags or backpacks larger than DIN A4 size (21 × 29.7 cm).
- Bulky items of any kind (suitcases, baskets, helmets, baby strollers, long umbrellas, etc.).
- Electronic devices (laptops, tablets, cameras, audio/video recorders, GoPros, selfie sticks, large power banks, etc.).
- Professional cameras with interchangeable and/or zoom lenses or video recording capability.
- Weapons or any items that may endanger the artist or the audience (knives, tasers, batons, pepper spray, etc.).
- Fireworks, laser pointers, air horns.
- Glass, PET or Tetra containers, cans, or packaged food.
- Flashlights, wallet chains, key chains, glow sticks, laser pointers.
- Large flags and posters (including poles).
- Umbrellas of any kind.
- Binoculars.
