What's happening in January 2026? - Events in Hamburg

January is here and Hamburg is starting the new year full of energy with you! 🥂 If you're looking for the coolest events in Hamburg in January 2026, you've come to the right place. The Hanseatic city shows what it can do right at the start of the year: unique concerts, great parties, inspiring exhibitions, funny comedy shows and lots of special events that are guaranteed to sweeten your winter. ⭐

Whether you want to go out with friends, discover new cultural highlights or are simply looking for something fresh for your free time, our Hamburg January Guide brings you the best tips, events and activities all in one place. From trendy locations and exciting insider tips to real January classics, everything is included to make your start to the year unforgettable. 🤝✨

So grab your scarf, pull out your calendar and get ready for a month full of good vibes, new experiences and really good Hamburg winter moments.

Frequently asked questions about events in Hamburg 2026:

1. where can I find an overview of the best events in Hamburg in January 2026?

You can get a practical overview directly in our article! There you will find current events, insider tips, recommendations for different parts of the city and special highlights that you shouldn't miss. Ideal for a quick and relaxed start to your January planning. ⭐📅

2 What makes the events in Hamburg in January 2026 so special?

January in Hamburg is the perfect mix of a fresh New Year feeling and exciting events! Whether concerts, parties, comedy shows, winter exhibitions or special cultural highlights - Hamburg offers plenty of opportunities to get the new year off to an unforgettable start in January 2026. The city awakens with new energy after the holidays and provides you with plenty of inspiration for cool activities and varied excursions. ✨

3. how can I find queer events in Hamburg?

You can search specifically for queer events in Hamburg on the Rausgegangen website. 🌈✨ Not only will you find a large selection of LGBTQIA+ events there, but we also regularly publish queer events as Picks of the Day - perfect if you want to do something spontaneous. This blog article also lists some queer events so that you can find suitable highlights for January straight away. Whether drag shows, queer parties, cultural events or community get-togethers: You'll definitely find what you're looking for at Rausgegangen!

4. where can I find events in Hamburg for little money or even for free?

You can experience a lot in Hamburg in January, even on a small budget! There are numerous free events such as exhibitions, open mic shows, district festivals, winter flea markets, student events or relaxed after-work formats. On Rausgegangen, the price of each event is listed transparently - so you can see immediately whether an event is free. We also regularly publish free highlights in our Picks of the Day, so you can always discover new free events in Hamburg. 💸✨

Want to make sure you don't miss out on any event highlights? Three ideas for getting out and about every day:

1. get our Rausgegangen app - so you have all the editors' tips and the entire Munich cultural landscape at your fingertips anywhere and at any time!

2. create your free Rausgegangen account and put your favorites on the watch list, follow locations and subscribe to our weekly mail newsletter so that cool events fly into your mailbox!

3. follow us on Instagram and be the first to know what's going on in our city!

Let's go out together and experience beautiful things! 💜