Hamburg – Hamburg Port Anniversary 2027

Hafengeburtstag Hamburg 2027 takes place from 6 May 2027 to 9 May 2027 in Hamburg. The venue is at St. Pauli Landungsbrücken and along the River Elbe in Hamburg. The 838th Hamburger Hafengeburtstag invites you to enjoy the city’s largest maritime festival over four days. Ships and parades are announced on the Elbe, with food, music and family entertainment along the harbour mile. This gives you an overview of the planned edition and the key information for your visit.

Hamburg Port Anniversary 2027: Venue and character

The highlights officially confirmed for 2027 include the opening parade on Thursday, the tugboat ballet and fireworks on Saturday, and the closing parade on Sunday. The full stage programme will be added gradually. The location in the neighbourhood shapes the atmosphere in particular. So it is worth checking the address and access routes before you travel. This event also differs from other Hamburg fairs and markets because of its unique surroundings and local character.

Programme, offers and special features

The 838 Hamburg Port Anniversary invites you to enjoy the city's biggest maritime festival over four days. Ships and parades are planned on the Elbe, with food, music and family entertainment along the harbour promenade. Individual stalls, performers and activities may change before the event begins. We therefore list only programme items that have been confirmed as scheduled. An activity from previous years is not automatically guaranteed for 2027. If you want to visit a particular attraction, check the organisers' current list.

Hamburg Port Anniversary 2027: Opening hours and information

For your planning, the currently known opening hours are listed in this event’s calendar. The City of Hamburg confirms Thursday 10–23, Friday and Saturday 10–24, and Sunday 10–21. Possible exceptions and closing days are important. For this reason, different daily times are listed separately in the schedule rather than inventing a single general time for the day. Especially if you have a long journey, it is a good idea to visit the official website again and watch for last-minute changes.

Admission, prices and family-friendliness

A generally applicable admission price has not been sufficiently confirmed. The market or fair is therefore not simply labelled as free without evidence. Rides, products, food, drinks and individual extras may have separate charges. Families may find it helpful to check in advance which offers are suitable for younger children. You should also ask about current prices and any discounts for paid attractions. A general admission policy does not replace the prices set by individual providers.

Getting there and practical visitor tips

You’ll find the site at St. Pauli Landungsbrücken and along the River Elbe in Hamburg. Depending on your starting point, you can use buses and trains in Hamburg. Expect larger crowds near popular festivals, especially at weekends. Comfortable shoes and plenty of time for the walk are therefore recommended. For very large events, you should agree on meeting points with the people accompanying you in advance.

Official information and more dates

You can find the latest information on the official event information page. Further programme details and, where applicable, travel information will be published there in due course. Our Kirmestermine calendar also shows you other fairs and Christmas markets. This helps you plan your visit reliably without confusing unconfirmed reports with official information.