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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.

    Kammerkonzert der Symphoniker Hamburg
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    Sophia Oster Quartett

    Pianist, singer and composer Sophia Oster is one of the most exciting new voices of the young jazz generation. With remarkable expressiveness and musical maturity, she has long since established herself as a fixture on the scene. She made her debut in 2021 with the album »Jubilation«, followed by the EP »All Smiles«, on which she collaborated with renowned drummer Jorge Rossy (Brad Mehldau Trio, among others) and New York saxophonist Bill McHenry, among others. She is currently presenting her new album Praise, recorded with a top-class quartet: the award-winning saxophonist Konstantin Herleinsberger, the experienced US bassist Paul Imm (known for touring with Lee Konitz and Rosemary Clooney) and the virtuoso, up-and-coming Brazilian drummer Rafael Müller.

    Please note: For organisational reasons, the concert has been relocated to Studio E of the Laeiszhalle.

    PERFORMERS

    Sophia Oster Quartett jazz ensemble

    Sophia Oster vocals

    Kostantin Herleinsberger saxophone

    Paul Imm double bass

    Rafael Müller drums

    Sophia Oster Quartett
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    Soundocean

    Soundocean - When music makes waves

    On January 9, 2026, the Pauli train station will be transformed into a place where powerful live music meets marine conservation.

    This evening is not just about captivating performances, but also about the shared message.

    All proceeds from the evening will go to the marine conservation organization Sea Shepherd, which campaigns worldwide for the protection of the oceans and against illegal whaling, overfishing and poaching.

    On stage are three female-fronted bands who impress with passion, energy and attitude:

    About Monsters deliver powerful modern metal with catchy vocal melodies.

    Corduroy County will transport you back to the 70s with their danceable indie rock about love.

    Venues combine modern post-hardcore with profound lyrics to create a sound that gets under your skin.

    An evening for everyone who loves live music and wants to do something together to protect the oceans. You can win unique prizes from Fritz-Kola, Bracenet, local cafes, and much more in a raffle, and get exclusive tattoos from a local artist on site, with proceeds also benefiting Sea Shepherd. This way, visitors can literally put their support for ocean conservation on their skin.

    Soundocean stands for what music does best: uniting people to make a difference together.

    Get your ticket for Soundocean now via Eventbrite.

    09.01.2026 | Bahnhof Pauli, Spielbudenpl. 21-22, 20359 Hamburg.

    Let the sound save the ocean

    Soundocean
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    Speicherstadt - Die Entdeckertour für Kinder

    Discover the Speicherstadt with children! Where did the legendary pirate Klaus Störtebeker hide his gold treasure? What happens in the Speicherstadt at low tide, high tide and storm surge? How did the quartermasters work on the old warehouse floors? Try cocoa beans! And at the end go on a treasure hunt yourself! - An exciting tour for children aged 6 to 12 accompanied by adults.

    Meeting point: in the Speicherstadtmuseum

    Registration required by phone: 040 / 32 11 91 or info@speicherstadtmuseum.de

    Speicherstadt - Die Entdeckertour für Kinder
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    SpieleUniversum: Kugelbahn Werkstatt mit GraviTrax

    Our newest addition to the Games Universe: with GraviTrax and GraviTrax Junior, children, teenagers, and adults don't just build simple marble runs. They create unique marble run worlds. By freely constructing the marble runs and exploring the rolling behavior of the marbles, their understanding of science is sharpened, and gravity becomes a tangible experience.

    SpieleUniversum: Kugelbahn Werkstatt mit GraviTrax
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    St. Pauli Nachtmarkt

    Shopping and relaxing have never been so close together! With its late opening times, the St. Pauli night market on Spielbudenplatz has not only adapted to the usual local opening times, but also to the general shopping behavior of our time.

    The St. Pauli night market is no ordinary weekly market. It is right in the heart of the Reeperbahn on Spielbudenplatz and, with its late opening hours (4 p.m. to 11 p.m.), has not only adapted to the usual local opening times, but also to the general shopping behavior of our time. The directly attached beer garden with its live music stage also makes our weekly market an "after work" meeting place and offers residents and visitors an unforgettable shopping and enjoyment experience. The normal local supply of fresh food from the region is excellently combined with a relaxed end to the day.

    Note: During the Reeperbahn Festival or the Santa Pauli Christmas Market, the St. Pauli Night Market moves to the Reeperbahn, at the Boutique Bizarre level.

    St. Pauli Nachtmarkt
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    Steife Brise Seemannsgarn

    Stiff breeze on the Elbe – sailor’s yarn until the beams bend!

    Improvisational theater in the port of Hamburg, two feet above the Elbe: On a former cargo ship

    Four storytellers spin the finest seaman's yarn and stage it for you in a maritime atmosphere

    adventurous stories about life on the sea and around it. The sailors try

    to outdo each other on stage. Following instructions from the audience, the

    Actors your inspirations as hair-raising myths and legends come true. Unbelievable –

    no lie!

    Steife Brise Seemannsgarn

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