SMP Ticket — €12
Best Value
Come early. Meet people.
Stay for the full party.
- Entry before 22:00
- Social start from 19:00
- Full party included
Tanz in den Mai: Meet people before the party!
Choose your ticket
Come early for the full experience — or join later for the party only.
Club Ticket — from €15
Arrive later and join
the party only.
- Entry after 22:00
- Party access
- No social warm-up
Why most parties are the worst place to meet people
You arrive late.
It’s loud already.
People are in groups.
This one starts differently.
Meet first. Party later.
From 19:00, the night starts differently. You talk while it’s still easy. Then around 22:00, the party naturally takes over.
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From 19:00
19:00 – Arrive early
The earlier you come, the easier it is to connect with others.
2
Show what you speak
Get your language flags
They show what you speak. Sounds random, but it actually makes it easier to start talking.
3
Social flow
Talk naturally
No pressure. People are not in full party mode yet, so conversations just… happen.
4
Two DJs, two floors
22:00 – Party mode ON
By the time the party gets full, you’re not surrounded by strangers anymore.
Ready to join?
Come early for the conversations.
Stay late for the party.
Why people love it
People come for the social start — and stay because it actually works.
SD
Stephen Daniel
★★★★★
“Melting Pot is the main reason I have friends in Cologne at all. I started coming at the end of July 2023 knowing barely anyone. Over 9 months I made amazing friends from all over the world.”
AW
Amanda Winnerstig
★★★★★
“New to Cologne and without friends? That was me too. Then I came to Melting Pot and now I have many friends here. One girl I met there is now my best friend in Cologne.”
ED
Eléa Dies
★★★★★
“Very safe for people who come alone too. The people are very welcoming and you quickly feel included in lots of conversations!”
RM
Ricardo Monteiro
★★★★★
“You get sticker flags you can put on your chest which say what languages you speak. Works as a great ice breaker when approaching people you don’t know.”
Good to know
Good to know before you book
Do people come alone?
Yeah, a lot actually.
Is this a dating event?
No. Just people meeting people.
Do I have to talk to people?
No… but it’s kind of the point.
What if I feel a little bit shy?
That’s totally okay. The setup makes it easier than usual to talk to people.
What if I feel uncomfortable?
Our TEAM is always there. Just reach out anytime.
Why should I come early?
Because the social part is strongest before 22:00. That is when talking feels easiest before the room gets loud.
What if I arrive late?
If you come after 22:00, you’ll miss the part that makes this night different and you will need a Club Ticket.
What if I only want the party?
Then the Club Ticket is your best option. But it is not the full Social Melting Pot version of the night.
What you get
You get both sides of the night
Not just social. Not just party.
Both — in the right order.
Tickets
Choose how you want to experience the night
Chosen by most guests
SMP Special Ticket
€12
SMP + party access
Meet people early, then enjoy the full party.
- Valid Entry Until 22:00 Must enter before 22:00
- Full Night Access Stay as long as you want
- Best for Meet people before the party gets loud
SMP Early Bird
€10
SMP + party access
Book early and get the full night for less.
- Valid Entry Until 22:00 Must enter before 22:00
- Full Night Access Stay as long as you want
- Best for Early planners who want the lower price
Club Ticket
from €15
party-only access
Skip SMP and join later for the party only.
- Later Entry For guests arriving after 22:00
- Trade-off You’ll just miss the part where it’s easiest to meet people.
- Best for Later arrivals who want the club only
See the energy
Same night.
Two completely different experiences.
Some people will arrive late.
Some will come early — and have a completely different night.
Who this is for
This is for you if…
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You’re open-minded
You enjoy different cultures, perspectives, and conversations.
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You want to meet new people
You don’t just go out to party, you actually want to connect with others.
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You want more than random nights
You want something a bit more social not just music and drinks.
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Solo or with a friend
You’re coming alone, with a friend, or in a group — and want meeting people to feel easy.
You do not need to know anyone.
You just need to show up.
Some people will arrive late.
Some will come early — and have a completely different night.
Best for the full experience
Get SMP Ticket