Review of the past years KOSMOS Festival

History

One can see a photo of COSMOS 2018, above which a crowd of people (photographed from above) completely fills the space in front of the stage. The streets adjacent are also filled with people.

Veröffentlicht am March 22, 24

2018

In direct response to right-wing riots in the city, committed citizens of Chemnitz are organizing a huge concert under the title #wirsindmehr as a protest event - a statement for tolerance that is being reported on worldwide.

Guests: 65,000
Main Acts: Kraftklub, Die Toten Hosen, Nura, K.I.Z., …
#wirsindmehr is the Hashtag of the Year

2019

From #wirsindmehr to #wirbleibenmehr and officially the first KOSMOS CHEMNITZ right in the center. In addition to national & international acts, many Chemnitz players from clubs and initiatives are now also on site, showing what the city has to offer.

Guests: 50,000
Main Acts: Herbert Grönemeyer, Alligatoah, Tocotronic, …

2021

Due to the ongoing pandemic, KOSMOS CHEMNITZ, in collaboration with cultural creators from Chemnitz, will be divided into many small events that will take place both in person and digitally. A highlight is the Machiavelli Session featuring the rapper Nura and the Robert Schumann Philharmonic.

2022

The KOSMOS Festival is establishing itself as a tool for democratic social interaction in the city. With its broad involvement, it creates a strong sense of community and a new perception.

Guests: 50,000
Main Acts: Mighty Oaks, Maeckes, Ali Neumann, …