Reeperbahn Festival 2026

Four days full of music, art and pop culture: from September 16 to 19, 2026, St. Pauli will once again be transformed into the big stage for the Reeperbahn Festival - Europe's biggest club festival and the perfect spot to discover new music live.

But the festival offers more than just music: readings, inspiring live podcasts and art installations await you in the Arts & Word program. Two very special concerts await you in the Elbphilharmonie: The Moses Yoofee Trio and Anna von Hausswolff.
Further program highlights: Fat Dog, HVOB, Vtoroi Ka, panicbaby, Dream Wife and many more!

Whether groundbreaking legend or the most important discovery of tomorrow: Discover all the concerts here and secure your ticket in the Reeperbahn Festival ticket store!

Extra bonus for everyone under 30: Get up to 30% off your festival tickets or get the Pioneer Pass for the conference for just €85.

Frequently asked questions about the Reeperbahn Festival

1. how long has the Reeperbahn Festival existed?

The Reeperbahn Festival was founded in 2006, initially as a pure music festival inspired by the American South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. Since then, it has continuously developed into a multidisciplinary platform for music, art, film, literature and the music industry.

2 What music is played at the Reeperbahn Festival?

The Reeperbahn Festival is known for its broad, open-genre program with a focus on indie, alternative, pop, rock, electronic and singer/songwriters. The focus is particularly on up-and-coming newcomer acts from all over the world. The festival is regarded as an important discovery platform for new talent alongside established artists.

3. what is the Reeperbahn Festival Conference?

The Reeperbahn Festival Conference is the central industry meeting of the international music industry, which takes place parallel to the festival. Every year since 2006, trade visitors from all over the world have come together here for keynotes, panels, workshops and networking. The conference is aimed at musicians, label representatives, booking agencies, journalists and everyone who works professionally in the music industry.