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Poetry Slam

Word art on Hamburg's stages.

Experience culture. Poetry Slam in Hamburg

Hamburg stands for art and culture through and through. And over the years, poetry slams have gained a firm place in Hamburg's cultural programme. Those who want to see young lyrical talents have the opportunity to do so in Hamburg almost every week. The young poet scene meets here regularly on stage to compete and inspire the audience. And with the "artistic duels", the city even has its own unofficial championship. Here, you'll find an overview of current events and the most frequent venues.

    The home of the Poetry Slam in Hamburg.

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    Piano Recital with the Prizewinner Robert Bily

    The Kawai concert series at the Alfred Schnittke Academy in Hamburg is embarking on a new season.

    The renowned piano manufacturer Kawai—whose European headquarters are located in Krefeld—dedicates this series to fostering outstanding young talent performing on the Shigeru Kawai grand piano.

    With a keen eye for artistic potential, the series offers young virtuosos a prestigious stage on their path to international careers and introduces the piano elite of tomorrow to Hamburg audiences.

    The renowned Kawai concert series in Hamburg kicks off on Friday, July 17, 2026.

    For the opening concert in Altona, Kawai Europe has secured one of the most promising artists of the younger generation: the German-Czech pianist Robert Bily.

    Despite his youth, Robert Bily—winner of the prestigious New York Prix Vendôme—has already garnered over 70 international awards.

    His worldwide concert activities include performances at the Salzburg Festival, in the Berlin Philharmonic, as well as collaborations with renowned orchestras and impulses from musicians such as Emanuel Ax.

    For his Hamburg audience, the soloist has curated a demanding and stylistically diverse program that spans from the Romantic era to the modern age. Alongside a selection of Scherzos and Mazurkas by Frédéric Chopin, Bily will perform impressionist masterpieces by Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel. The concert concludes with a contemporary work by the French composer Henri Dutilleux.

    Experience Robert Bily—the highly talented pianist featured in our Kawai concert series in Hamburg—and join us for this concert on Friday, July 17, at 7:00 PM in the concert hall of the Alfred Schnittke Academy Hamburg.

    Reservations via phone: 0162 3416 874

    or by email: desrez@kawai.de

    We look forward to welcoming you.

    Piano Recital with the Prizewinner Robert Bily
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    Pride Ahoi | The Schiffsparty for Pride | MS Commodore

    PRIDE AHOI

    Saturday, July 18, 2026

    Boarding Time: 6:30 PM

    Departure: 7:30 PM

    Return: Approx. 11:15 PM

    All Aboard, Queers!

    You beautiful, colorful souls of the Elbe! As Hamburg's Pride celebrations light up the city in glittering rainbow colors, we're not only bringing Pride to the streets – we're taking our freedom, our love, and our community onto the waters of the Elbe.

    This year, we're setting sail aboard the MS COMMODORE – and we'd love to have you with us!

    Join us as we dance the night away on our Pop & House Open Air Floor and celebrate together in true Pride spirit.

    So cast off the lines and celebrate love, freedom, and diversity with us!

    Line-up:

    Darc Delirium

    Matt Blue

    Daniel White

    Secure your ticket now and be part of this unique Pride celebration right in the heart of the Elbe! ️

    Boarding: 6:30 PM at Pier 8 (Landungsbrücken)

    Please note that the boarding location may be subject to change.

    Departure: 7:30 PM

    Return: Approx. 11:15 PM

    Pride Ahoi | The Schiffsparty for Pride | MS Commodore
    Reeperbahn Comedy Club (2)
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    Reeperbahn Comedy Club

    The best stand-up comedy on the Reeperbahn.

    Live and uncensored.

    The test winner!

    Every Friday and Saturday.

    Bo Lüdersen presents stars like Felix Lobrecht, Maxi Gstettenbauer, Ingmar Stadelmann, etc.

    But newcomers are also offered an open mic. Want to get on stage yourself? Get in touch!

    Beginners and professionals in one show. - The mix is what makes it special!

    Reeperbahn 25

    20359 Hamburg

    Every Friday and Saturday

    7:00 PM Doors open

    8:00 PM Start

    22:00 End

    Reeperbahn Comedy Club

    @reeperbahncomedyclub

    www.reeperbahncomedyclub.de

    Reeperbahn Comedy Club
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    Sankt Pauli Bier Tour - die Astra Story - Die Kult-Bier-Tour der Kiezjungs

    St. Pauli Beer Tour – A journey through the brewing history of the neighborhood

    Our tour starts right at the Hard Rock Cafe Hamburg – in the middle of the Landungsbrücken, where harbor air, wanderlust and beer tradition meet.

    Together we'll raise a glass of ASTRA and delve into the history of a beer inextricably linked to St. Pauli. You'll learn how the beer once accompanied the hard daily lives of dockworkers – and why it remains as much a part of the neighborhood as the cobblestones and neon lights.

    From there, we stroll through St. Pauli and embark on a journey back in time to the district's golden era. Our guides don't tell stories from a history book, but from real life – with North German wit, honest anecdotes, and a glimpse behind the scenes of the neighborhood.

    A key part of the tour is the legendary St. Pauli pub, Zur Ritze. Here, you'll have exclusive access to the famous boxing cellar – a place where world champions trained and local legends made history. And of course, you'll enjoy a genuine Munich Helles – the signature beer of the "Ritze." Why a Bavarian beer in the heart of St. Pauli? We'll explain that on site.

    The grand finale takes you to the Astra Brauhaus on Nobistor . Here you'll sample three different craft beer specialties – brewed by hand, given a modern twist, yet deeply rooted in the neighborhood. A fascinating contrast between tradition and modernity, history and contemporary culture.

    Highlights

    • 2.5-hour St. Pauli beer tour
    • Starting with a bottle of Astra
    • We're going into Hamburg's safest pub - the Other Place - the pub of a well-known motorcycle gang.
    • Visit to the Ritze boxing cellar including a "light beer"
    • Lots of interesting information about the history of the neighborhood
    • The history of Hamburg as a brewery of the Hanseatic League
    • 3 beer tastings at the ASTRA brewery

    Sankt Pauli Bier Tour - die Astra Story - Die Kult-Bier-Tour der Kiezjungs
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    SCHNACK Open Air Stand-Up Comedy ALLSTARS im ADINA Michel

    Germany's best comedians, in Hamburg's most popular comedy club.

    4-6 comedians, 1 microphone, top-notch entertainment! Allow us to introduce our SCHNACK ALLSTARS Stand-Up Comedy Show!

    Every week we present the best and freshest faces of the German stand-up comedy scene. Whether a complete beginner or a seasoned stage veteran, we have all kinds of performers represented when it comes to testing new jokes or putting the finishing touches on existing material.

    Our comedians are known from shows such as Falsch, aber Lustig, Heute Show, Extra3, Night Wash, Comedy Central Roast Battle, Stand-Up 44, 4Feinde and many more.

    You never know who might drop by, so you can be excited. You might even witness the birth of a star, or perhaps your favorite comedian.

    Your physical well-being is also taken care of at the ADINA Hotel! In the restaurant, at the bar, and at the kiosk, you can enjoy a leisurely meal, stock up on snacks, or savor excellent drinks. So come hungry!

    We look forward to seeing you!

    Your SCHNACK Stand-Up Team

    SCHNACK Open Air Stand-Up Comedy ALLSTARS im ADINA Michel
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    SCHNACK Stand-Up Comedy im BIRDLAND Jazzclub

    4-6 comedians, 1 microphone, 120 minutes of top-notch entertainment.


    Allow us to introduce our SCHNACK Stand-Up Comedy Show at the legendary BIRDLAND!


    Every week we introduce you to 4-6 fabulous comedians who have their latest material with them.
    That means for you: Sit back, enjoy your drink and strengthen your laugh muscles! Great atmosphere guaranteed!


    So grab your loved ones who could use a cheerful evening and a bit of laughter, and come along!


    Our comedians are known from shows including "Falsch, aber Lustig", NDR Comedy Contest, Night Wash, Comedy Central Roast Battle, Comedy Studio Berlin, Stand-Up 44, 4 Feinde, Kampf der Künste and many more.


    With a wide selection of cool drinks and the finest cocktails, you'll definitely be well catered for!


    +++ Ages 18+ +++


    We look forward to seeing you!
    Your SCHNACK Stand-Up Team

    SCHNACK Stand-Up Comedy im BIRDLAND Jazzclub

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