The best open air locations in Hamburg
Are you ready for a summer season full of fun, music and entertainment in the open air in Hamburg? As the good weather days in our beloved Hanseatic city are few and far between throughout the year, we have to make the most of them and appreciate them twice over. That's why we've come up with the best ideas for you and curated the most beautiful open-air locations in Hamburg for you. 🎨 Whether you're looking for the most beautiful festival grounds, relaxed outdoor cinema or a rousing concert: Hamburg has something up its sleeve!
Open AirStadtpark Open Air (Freilichtbühne)
22303 Hamburg
Probably the best concerts in the summer months can be found on the open-air stage in the Stadtpark. If you weren't quick enough to get hold of a few tickets, you can make yourself comfortable here in the park next to the stage and listen in complete relaxation.
Draussen im Grünen
20355 Hamburg
The Draussen im Grünen concert series plays the stage at Planten un Blomen throughout the summer with a wide variety of artists, so there's something for everyone. What could be better than a concert in the open air?
Café Schöne Aussichten (CSA)
20354 Hamburg
The beautiful café on the Dammtor side of Planten un Bloomen is open daily in summer for normal business. In the evenings, various parties, open airs and afterworks take place in a cozy atmosphere.
Zeise Open Air Kino
Do you fancy a movie, but the weather is actually too nice to spend the evening in the cinema? Then this is for you: The Zeise Open Air Kino shows a variety of films in a cozy atmosphere in the courtyard of the beautiful Altona town hall.
Alte Schleuse
21107 Hamburg
Probably the most beautiful festival site in Hamburg: MS Dockville, Spektrum, Vogelball and Habitat Festival take place here in a picturesque setting at the old harbor.
Spielbudenplatz
Spielbudenplatz in the heart of the Kiez offers a varied program in a beer garden atmosphere during the summer months: from flea markets and food truck festivals to this year's European Championship public viewing, there is something for everyone.
Frequently asked questions about the best open air venues in Hamburg:
1. can I visit the open air venues in Hamburg even when it's raining?
As we Hamburgers say: there's no such thing as the wrong weather, just the wrong clothes! So put on your rain jacket and unpack your wellies. The venues Draussen im Grünen, Zeise Open Air Kino and Café Schöne Aussichten are partially covered, so make sure you get there early. If it really is pouring with rain, here are a few activities for rainy weather in Hamburg.
2. can I bring my own snacks and drinks to the open air locations in Hamburg?
Unfortunately, outside drinks, snacks and food are almost always prohibited. However, most locations have a catering service available for you. Otherwise, why not grab your date for a pre-open-air dinner date?
3. are there any child-friendly open-air locations in Hamburg?
Logo! At Stadtpark Open Air there are even events like Lütt im Park for the youngest of us. Depending on the movie, an open-air cinema can also be a good place to visit with children. You can also find an overview of events for children and families in Hamburg here.
4. which of the open air venues in Hamburg are barrier-free?
The grounds of Draussen im Grünen are barrier-free, although registration is recommended. There is a wheelchair stand at the Stadtpark Open Air, for which extra wheelchair tickets should be purchased. The festivals at the Alte Schleuse in Wilhelmsburg and the Spielbudenplatz are also designed to be as barrier-free as possible. Unfortunately, Café Schöne Aussichten is not barrier-free. For more detailed information, please check the websites of the respective locations.
5. how do I get to the various open air locations?
You can easily reach any of the locations mentioned here by public transport or by bike. The walk from the S-Bahn to the Alte Schleuse is a little longer, but you can also be dropped off in the drop-off zone or take a short walk with your companion.
6. which festivals and open airs should I definitely not miss in Hamburg in 2024?
Nothing could be easier: just check out our blog article on the subject.
All clear? Then grab your favorite open-air friends and off you go into the summer. 💜