Advent Festival of 100,000 Lights: Advance ticket sales start soon!

Advent Festival of 100,000 Lights: Advance ticket sales start soon!

You can already tell that the anticipation for the contemplative time of the year is increasing. Today, October 7th, 2025, there is great news for all Cologne residents: advance sales for the popular *Advent Festival of 100,000 Lights* will start soon. As usual, the venue is the spacious square in front of Cologne Cathedral, where the festively decorated stands will be waiting for visitors. The organizers have once again come up with a lot of ideas to make this event a brilliant experience for young and old. Schlagerpuls reports that ticket prices remain affordable so that many people have the opportunity to visit the magical Christmas market.

For the first time, advance sales will not only be possible by telephone, but also online. This could prove to be a real relief for those who don't want to wait in long queues. In addition, the final details of the program will be announced early, including the highlights that await visitors in addition to the wonderful lights. With a colorful supporting program that offers live music and various attractions, the Advent festival will certainly be a highlight in the Cologne event calendar.

Cookies and their importance in the digital world

Aside from the festive mood, today is also characterized by another topic: the use of cookies on the Internet. The question often arises as to how secure our data actually is. The consumer advice center informs that although cookies are necessary for online shopping and banking, they can also pose a certain risk. *Tracking cookies*, which track our behavior across different websites, are particularly controversial from a data protection perspective. They can store sensitive data and are often used by advertising companies to deliver personalized advertising. Users often find it difficult to understand what information is being passed on. It is therefore advisable to always pay attention to the data protection information on the websites.

In Germany, the use of cookies is now regulated by the GDPR and the Telemedia Act. These regulations require website operators to obtain active consent for non-essential cookies. A clearly visible banner that offers a “reject all” option is essential. This is the only way to ensure that your privacy is respected. The legal framework is also constantly evolving to give users more control over their data. However, according to data protection expert, the issue of cookie notices remains a challenge for companies, which is not made any easier by regularly changing legislation.

Whether you're more concerned about the digital challenges or are already looking forward to the lights of Advent - now is the perfect time to prepare for the festive days. Whether you enjoy the festive atmosphere at Advent or find out about individual cookie settings on the Internet, always be well informed and enjoy the anticipation of the upcoming holidays!