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The Elbphilharmonie

10 Years of an Icon

HAMBURG'S ICON ON THE ELBE 10 years of the Elbphilharmonie

A spectacular silhouette, world-class music and breathtaking views across the harbour: the Elbphilharmonie has become an essential part of Hamburg. In 2027, the iconic concert hall celebrates its 10th anniversary – and an impressive success story. Millions of visitors, thousands of concerts and a programme ranging from classical masterpieces to jazz, pop and contemporary sounds have made the Elbphilharmonie a place of discovery for music lovers from around the world. Come and experience the anniversary season – and discover Hamburg from one of its most inspiring perspectives.

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    You haven't seen Hamburg like this before. Elbphilharmonie Plaza

    Welcome to Hamburg's largest balcony: The unique viewing platform is open to the public and lets you see Hamburg with different eyes!

    Elbphilharmonie Plaza
  • © Oliver Heissner

    World renowned concert hall and city emblem 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…

    Elbphilharmonie
  • © Michael Zapf

    Small location. Great sounds. The Recital Hall

    In addition to the Grand Hall, the Elbphilharmonie also has a chamber music hall and a small studio stage.

    The Recital Hall
  • © Iwan Baan

    The sounding heart of the Elbphilharmonie. The Grand Hall

    Deep inside the building is the heart of the Elbphilharmonie: the large concert hall seats approx. 2100 guests.

    The Grand Hall
  • © Maxim Schulz

    Unique sound architecture The sound architecture of the Elbphilharmonie

    The fact that these experiences can take place at the highest level of sound in the Elbphilharmonie is thanks to a 64-year-old Japanese man with a rare, almost unknown job title: "sound architect". We tell you how the unique sound architecture of the…

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    The sound architecture of the Elbphilharmonie

DISCOVER NOW Events at the Elbphilharmonie

The Elbphilharmonie offers the full range of classical music as well as jazz concerts, solo performances by famous artists and readings.

  • Abeer Nehme & Ensemble
    © IDPhotography

    Abeer Nehme World Music

    • 31.10.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Regensburger Domspatzen
    © Chris Lee

    Association Européenne des Conservatoires, Académies de Musique et Musikhochschulen Other

    • 05.11.2026
    • 15:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Barockensemble des Bayerischen Staatsorchesters / Les Cornets Noirs / Augsburger Domsingknaben
    © Tatjana Voigt

    Augsburger Domsingknaben: Missa Salisburgensis Concerts & Music

    • 02.11.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Charbel Rouhana
    © Charbel Rouhana

    Charbel Rouhana World Music

    • 31.10.2026
    • 18:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Dresdner Kreuzchor
    © Claudia Höhne

    Dresdner Kreuzchor Concerts & Music

    • 29.10.2026
    • 19:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Farah Kaddour & Tilt Trio
    © Aladdin Enzawi

    Farah Kaddour solo & Tilt Trio World Music

    • 30.10.2026
    • 18:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Gustav Mahler: Auferstehen
    © Sören Schirmer

    Gustav Mahler: Auferstehen Classical Music

    • 01.11.2026
    • 18:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Isaiah Collier Quartet
    © Ausar Ra

    Isaiah Collier Quartet Concerts & Music

    • 05.11.2026
    • 19:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra / Daniel Müller-Schott / Andris Poga Classical Music

    • 05.11.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Rayess Bek & Joan Baz
    © Carolin Windel

    Rayess Bek & Joan Baz World Music

    • 30.10.2026
    • 21:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Sanam
    © Karim Ghorayeb

    Sanam Concerts & Music

    • 29.10.2026
    • 19:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Schulkonzert »Sonne, Mond und Streicher«
    © Daniel Dittus

    School Concert: »Sonne, Mond und Streicher« Other

    • 05.11.2026
    • 09:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Schulkonzert »Sonne, Mond und Streicher«
    © Daniel Dittus

    School Concert: »Sonne, Mond und Streicher« Other

    • 05.11.2026
    • 11:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Shavnabada Chor
    © Shavnabada Chor

    Shavnabada Choir Concerts & Music

    • 04.11.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event
  • Tania Saleh
    © Elíe Fahed

    Tania Saleh Concerts & Music

    • 01.11.2026
    • 19:30
    • Elbphilharmonie (Kleiner Saal)
    To event
  • Wolf Biermann - Konzert zum 90. Geburtstag
    © Jonas Albrecht

    Wolf Biermann - Konzert zum 90. Geburtstag Concerts & Music

    • 03.11.2026
    • 20:00
    • Elbphilharmonie (Großer Saal)
    To event

DISCOVER NOW Around the Elbphilharmonie

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    © Nikolaj Lund

    Hamburg music tradition with international success NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra

    Founded in 1945, the orchestra of NDR Northern German Broadcasting has travelled the globe and is today based at the Grand Hall of the Elbphilharmonie…

    NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra
  • Ensemble Resonanz Elbphilharmobie (c) TobiasSchult_med
    © Tobias Schult

    Innovative playfulness meets classical masterpieces Ensemble Resonanz

    With its extraordinary enthusiasm and artistic quality, Ensemble Resonanz is one of the world's leading chamber orchestras.

    Ensemble Resonanz
  • Elbphilharmonie Besucherzentrum
    © Michael Zapf

    Elbphilharmonie Visitors Center

    At the visitors center, you can get all the information you need and purchase tickets. Opening hours: Daily, 09:00 a.m. - 08.00 p.m.

    Elbphilharmonie Visitors Center

BOOK NOW Offers and Elbphilharmonie experiences

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    Stattreisen - Stadtrundgang - Vom Rathaus bis zur Elbphilharmonie
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    Guided Tour "From the Town Hall to the Elbphilharmonie"

    • 2-hour city walking tour
    • A stroll through the city centre
    • Hamburg’s development into a world-class port city
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DISCOVER NOW Culture in Hamburg

Ausstellungsraum der Hamburger Kunsthalle mit Gemälden alter Meister in eleganter Rundpräsentation
© Hamburger Kunsthalle / Foto: Kay Riechers

Artistic highlights Art & Exhibitions

A visit to one of Hamburg’s museums involves rare old pieces on display in our magnificent buildings, but you’ll also find a number of smaller, owner-operated galleries, as well as contemporary art, pop up installations, street art and collections aimed specifically at the littlest visitors.

Art & Exhibitions
© Hamburg Media Server / Christian Brandes

Great productions Theater & Stage Arts

In addition to famous theaters, the stage landscape offers a state opera, raunchy cabaret, impressive dance performances, open-air shows and plays specifically designed for kids.

Theater & Stage Arts
Blick von der Bühne auf das Publikum beim MS Dockville-Festival in Hamburg im Sonnenlicht
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One city of unlimited music experiences Music in Hamburg

There are a thousand good reasons for embarking on a music-themed trip to Hamburg – from classical and electronic festivals to music history, and from live gigs to club culture, there is plenty to be discovered here.

Music in Hamburg

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