Festlich beleuchtetes Treppenhaus der Laeiszhalle mit stuckverzierter Decke und Publikum in Abendgarderobe
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Classical Music live

MAXIMUM MUSICAL ENJOYMENT The sound of the Hamburg orchestras

Hanseatic music history dates back to the 17th century. Even today, Hamburg plays at the forefront of classical music, whether it's traditional or contemporary pieces. The Elbphilharmonie, the Laeiszhalle, the bunker on St. Pauli, churches and open-air concerts provide space for ensembles, orchestras, choirs and soloists.

  • Stuttgarter Kammerorchester / Daniel Ottensamer / Thomas Zehetmair
    © Andrej Grilc

    Stuttgarter Kammerorchester / Daniel Ottensamer / Thomas Zehetmair

    • 13.05.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 13.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Brussels Philharmonic / Filippo Gorini / Andrea Cicalese / Hayoung Choi / Oscar Jockel
    © Xenie Zasetskaya

    Brussels Philharmonic / Filippo Gorini / Andrea Cicalese / Hayoung Choi / Oscar Jockel

    • 14.05.2026
    • 11:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Daniil Trifonov / Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider
    © Dario Acosta

    Daniil Trifonov / Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider Classical Music

    • 14.05.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 14.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Frauenliebe und -sterben
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    Frauenliebe und -sterben Opera

    • 15.05.2026
    • 19:00
    • Hamburgische Staatsoper
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 15.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Thüringen Philharmonie Gotha-Eisenach / Andreas Schager / Lidia Baich / Dionysis Grammenos
    © Thüringer Philharmonie / Mario Hochhaus

    Thüringen Philharmonie Gotha-Eisenach / Andreas Schager / Lidia Baich / Dionysis Grammenos

    • 16.05.2026
    • 11:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Teatime Classics
    © Kaupo Kikkas

    Teatime Classics Classical Music

    • 16.05.2026
    • 16:00
    • Laeiszhalle (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Scharoun Ensemble Berlin
    © Siyabonga Maqungo

    Scharoun Ensemble Berlin Classical Music

    • 16.05.2026
    • 19:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 16.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Ensemble arabesques Hamburg / Niklas Liepe
    © Kaupo Kikkas

    Ensemble arabesques Hamburg / Niklas Liepe Classical Music

    • 17.05.2026
    • 11:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester / Pierre Bleuse
    © Marine Pierrot Detry

    NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra / Pierre Bleuse Classical Music

    • 17.05.2026
    • 16:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
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    © Margreta Häfer

    Broadway Glitz & English Rain, Duo Yoko and Margreta Celebrating 10 Years in 1 Concert Classical Music

    • 17.05.2026
    • 18:00
    • WeinKlang in der Alten Druckerei Ottensen
    To event
  • NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester / Pierre Bleuse
    © Marine Pierrot Detry

    NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra / Pierre Bleuse Classical Music

    • 17.05.2026
    • 18:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 17.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 18.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Schumann Quartett
    © Marco Borggreve

    Schumann Quartett Classical Music

    • 19.05.2026
    • 19:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 19.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event
  • Frauenliebe und -sterben
    © Bildrechte über Hamburgische Staatsoper

    Frauenliebe und -sterben Opera

    • 20.05.2026
    • 19:00
    • Hamburgische Staatsoper
    To event
  • Landesjugendorchester Hamburg
    © Michael Haul

    Landesjugendorchester Hamburg / Ann-Beth Solvang / Johannes Witt Classical Music

    • 20.05.2026
    • 19:30
    • Laeiszhalle (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Eröffnung WLO_20190501(c)Anke Bewert (10)
    © Kerstin Bittner

    Wasserlichtkonzerte Classical Music

    • 20.05.2026
    • 22:00
    • Planten un Blomen (Parksee)
    To event

Here you can experience classic concerts live Concert venues for classical music in Hamburg

The Elbphilharmonie is one of the world's most famous concert halls for classical music, but you can also enjoy great classical concerts in the Laeiszhalle, for example, at open-air concerts or even in churches.

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Elbphilharmonie

Hamburg has a new cultural landmark! The Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall represents an unprecedented synthesis of the arts - architecture, music and the unique location in the middle of the Hamburg harbour. More than 2.6 million guests have already attended over 1,000 concerts!

Elbphilharmonie

Elbphilharmonie

Platz der Deutschen Einheit
20457 Hamburg

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FABRIK

One of the most famous cultural and communication centres in Germany is located in the building of a former machine factory.

FABRIK

Fabrik

Barnerstr. 36
22765 Hamburg

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Kampnagel
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Kampnagel

Kampnagel enjoys worldwide recognition as an international production house. It offers a multi-faceted platform for contemporary performing arts, as well as for concerts, conferences and a diverse range of festivals and thematic focuses.

Kampnagel

Kampnagel

Jarrestr. 20
22303 Hamburg

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Kulturkirche Altona

Pop, rock, classical music, folk, jazz, poetry slams, (children's) theatre - the Kulturkirche Altona offers a variety of cultural services

Kulturkirche Altona

Kulturkirche Altona gemeinnützige GmbH

Bei der Johanniskirche 22
22767 Hamburg

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Laeiszhalle Hamburg
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Laeiszhalle

The first house on the square: The Laeiszhalle is Hamburg's traditional venue for exquisite musical experiences with a special focus on early music, recitals, chamber music and jazz.

Laeiszhalle

Laeiszhalle

Johannes-Brahms-Platz
20355 Hamburg

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St. Michaelis Kirche
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St. Michaelis Church

Hamburg has many large churches - but only one "Michel": On its platform 106 metres high, there is a fabulous (and breezy) view of Hamburg, the port and the surrounding countryside - one that should not be missed!

St. Michaelis Church

Michel - St. Michaelis Kirche

Englische Planke 1
20459 Hamburg

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St. Petri

Hamburg's oldest existing church is located directly in the current shopping district on Mönckebergstrasse, and it is named after the apostle and martyr Peter, who is depicted with a key as the "gatekeeper of heaven".

St. Petri

St. Petri

Kreuslerstraße 6
20095 Hamburg

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DISCOVER NOW Culture & Music in Hamburg

Beleuchtete Bühne des ELBJAZZ Festivals im Hamburger Hafen mit Menschenmenge und Hafenkränen bei Abenddämmerung.
© Jörg Schwalfenberg

From live club to Elbjazz festival Jazz live

It grooves, swings and sounds in Hamburg: Jazz is an established part of the Hanseatic city's live music scene. Jazz lovers will find a daily concert schedule between the Alster and the Elbe in traditional clubs like the Cotton Club or new locations like Halle 424.

Jazz live
Moderne Glasfassade der Hamburgischen Staatsoper bei Tag mit Fahnen und Autos im Vordergrund.
© ThisIsJulia-Photography

From Strauss to Verdi Ballet & Opera

If you like, Hamburg offers many facets of musical stage entertainment: the more than 300-year-old State Opera, the Ballet, the Chamber Opera in Altona or the Opera Loft in the HafenCity.

Ballet & Opera
Detailansicht der historischen Backsteinfassade der Hamburgischen Kunsthalle im warmen Abendlicht.
© ThisIsJulia Photography

Important collections & great art Museums

Valuable art, maritime objects of daily use, archaeological finds and children's books - Hamburg's museum landscape has a place to go for almost every taste.

Museums

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