Nahaufnahme eines Mikrofons auf Bühne mit unscharfem Hintergrund in Konzertatmosphäre.
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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.

    Öffentliche Führung: Parkomania
    © ©SHMH-Altonaer Museum, Michaela Hegenbarth

    Parkomania (60 Min. Öffentliche Führung)

    Embark on a fascinating journey through the history of Jenisch Park! In the public guided tour of the "Parkomania" exhibition, you'll discover how a model agricultural estate transformed into a significant work of garden art. Learn more about Caspar Voght's ideas, Jenisch's design of the park, its changing uses in the 20th century, and surprising colonial connections – right up to current issues of nature conservation. Participation fee: €2.00

    Parkomania (60 Min. Öffentliche Führung)
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    © @JuliaPoulyPhotography

    Parkour holiday kids camp in Hamburg Nord

    In August 2026, Simon Pouly and his team are running a parkour holiday camp at the brand-new parkour hall of Fight and Flight Movement Centre.

    Two full weeks of parkour and other activities await kids aged 8 to 14 — Monday to Friday, 3–7 August and 10–14 August 2026 — no prior experience needed.

    The day starts with a flexible drop-off between 8 and 9 am. Mornings are dedicated to parkour training: vaults, balance, jumps, rolls and much more. Obstacles get tackled in all kinds of ways and with a lot of fun. Those who already know the basics get tips and tricks to sharpen their technique; complete beginners are introduced to the sport gently and at their own pace. By the end of the week, participants can take our "Parkour Licence" test and will be ready to join our free training sessions and open sessions.

    After a shared lunch (freshly prepared on-site and included in the price), the afternoons offer plenty of variety: free parkour training, trying out grappling with our BJJ black belt, learning flips, and — for those who fancy it — wood carving. There's also always the option to take it easy with something quiet.

    We're looking forward to a great time with the kids!

    Please let us know about any dietary requirements after booking.

    Simon Pouly was born and raised in New Zealand and is happy to accommodate english speaking kids.

    Parkour holiday kids camp in Hamburg Nord
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    © Ralph Behrens

    parkrun Krupunder See

    Krupunder See parkrun – Run, Walk, Volunteer, Connect!

    Every Saturday at 9:00 AM, runners, walkers, and fitness enthusiasts gather at Krupunder See parkrun. It’s not about competition or best times – it’s about movement, community, and fun. Whether you’re fast, slow, or somewhere in between – everyone is welcome!

    What makes it special? You can’t finish last! Our tail walker ensures that no one is left behind, and every participant is celebrated – whether you finish in under 20 minutes or enjoy a relaxed walk.

    With official timing! Your run or walk is recorded so you can track your progress if you want. Your time is posted online, allowing you to compare it with previous runs.

    Part of a global community! parkrun takes place worldwide – from Hamburg to Sydney. With just one registration, you can join any event and meet new people wherever you go.

    You don’t have to run to be part of it! You can also help as a volunteer, cheer on others, or simply enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

    When? Every Saturday, 9:00 AM

    Where? Krupunder See, Halstenbek

    Info & Registration: Sign up here!

    parkrun Krupunder See
    PEKING als ARETHUSA
    © Stiftung Historische Museen Hamburg

    PEKING als ARETHUSA

    The PEKING was a stationary sail training ship of the English Shaftesbury Homes and ARETHUSA Training Ship Co., based in Upnor, a small village in Kent, from 1932 to 1974. On board, boys aged 10 to 16 learned seamanship as well as carpentry and tailoring. Upon completion of their training, they received basic equipment for a seaman. The approximately 60-minute tour offers insights into daily life on board during this period and takes place every second Sunday of the month. HOW TO GET YOUR TICKET: Please book a ticket via our online shop. Please ensure that you have selected your desired date and time. Up to six people can be registered per booking. If the message "Low tickets" is displayed, fewer than six tickets are available. For booking inquiries, please contact: buchungsvorgang@deham.shmh.de Regarding the guided tours: Please check in at the guardhouse directly in front of the PEKING 15 minutes before the tour begins. The PEKING is currently not wheelchair accessible. Therefore, participation in the tours is not recommended for people with limited mobility. Walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, buggies, etc., cannot be brought along. Sturdy footwear must be worn on the tours. Flip-flops, slippers, pumps, etc., are not permitted. As the tours also take place outdoors on the deck of the PEKING, please remember to bring weatherproof clothing and/or sun protection. Cost: 15 euros (including a visit to the harbor museum). Participation is free for children and young people under 18, but registration is required. The number of participants per tour is limited to 15 people. For safety reasons, only people taller than 1.20 m (4 ft 11 in) may participate.

    PEKING als ARETHUSA
    PEKING op Platt
    © Stiftung Historische Museen Hamburg - Jan Sieg

    PEKING op Platt

    I once saw a Hamburg four-masted barque. The Peking is a four-masted steel barque and is one of the famous Flying P-Liners from the shipping company F. Laeisz. Built in 1911 at the Hamburg Warft Blohm & Voss, it sailed around Cape Horn near Chile in 1932 to transport the valuable raw material saltpeter to Germany. Every first Sunday of the month the history and present of the ship is told in Low German.HOW YOU GET YOUR TICKETPlease select the available start time from the calendar below.Up to four people can be registered per booking.HOW THE TOURS WORKPlease report to the ticket office directly in front of the PEKING 15 minutes before the start of the tour.The PEKING is currently not wheelchair accessible. People with limited mobility are therefore not recommended to take part in the tours. Walkers, wheelchairs, prams, buggies, etc. cannot be taken along. Sturdy shoes must be worn on the tours. Cost: 15 euros (including a visit to the port museum). Participation is free for children and young people under 18, but registration is required. The number of participants per tour is limited to 15 people. For safety reasons, only people with a height of 1.20 m or more are allowed to take part.

    PEKING op Platt
    PEKING und Salpeterhandel
    © Stiftung Historische Museen Hamburg - Archiv Sloman

    PEKING und Salpeterhandel

    The PEKING was designed to transport saltpeter. This mineral was mined in the Atacama Desert, one of the driest regions on Earth with extreme temperature fluctuations. It served both as fertilizer and for the production of explosives. The approximately 60-minute tour offers insights into the harsh working conditions of both saltpeter mining and loading the "white gold" onto the ship and takes place every first Sunday of the month. HOW TO GET YOUR TICKET Please book a ticket via our online shop. Please ensure that you have selected your desired date and time. Up to six people can be registered per booking. If the message "Few tickets" is displayed, fewer than six tickets are available. For questions regarding booking, please contact: buchungsvorgang@deham.shmh.de ABOUT THE TOURS Please report to the guardhouse directly in front of the PEKING 15 minutes before the tour begins. The PEKING is not currently wheelchair accessible. Participation in the tours is not recommended for people with limited mobility. Walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, buggies, and similar items cannot be brought along. Sturdy footwear is required for the tours. Flip-flops, slippers, pumps, and similar footwear are not permitted. As the tours also take place outdoors on the deck of the PEKING, please remember to bring weatherproof clothing and/or sun protection. Cost: €15 (including admission to the harbor museum). Participation is free for children and young people under 18, but registration is required. The number of participants per tour is limited to 15 people. For safety reasons, only people taller than 1.20 m (4 ft 3 in) may participate.

    PEKING und Salpeterhandel

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