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Get Ready to Celebrate: Hamburg's HafenGeburtstag 2024!
Get ready for a spectacular maritime celebration! Hamburg's HafenGeburtstag (Port Anniversary), a four-day extravaganza taking place from May 9th to 12th, 2024, promises an unforgettable experience. This year's festivities, the 835th HafenGeburtstag, offer a jam-packed program of events across the city, from the historic Speicherstadt to Övelgönne. And to help you navigate this exciting event, there's an interactive port map – your key to unlocking all the highlights!
Explore Hamburg's Harbour: An Interactive Adventure
The interactive port map is your essential guide. It provides a clear overview of all key locations and events, making sure you don't miss a thing. Whether you’re interested in onshore events, water-based activities, live music, or exploring ships, the map makes planning a breeze. Simply click on an icon to discover what's happening, where, and when.
- Ship Spotting: Track the arrival of ships in real-time, and see ferry departure points. The Port of Hamburg App even lets you scan the harbor area to get detailed ship profiles instantly!
- AIDA Cruises' Spectacular Show: AIDA Cruises is returning as a major sponsor for the tenth time, presenting a breathtaking light and music show featuring the top DJ Alle Farben in cooperation with the GLÜCKSGEFÜHLE Festival. This will take place on May 11th, near the Elbphilharmonie.
AIDAprima Lights Up the Elbe
On May 11th, the AIDAprima will return to Hamburg after its first FESTIVAL Cruise. This event, a collaboration with the GLÜCKSGEFÜHLE Festival, promises an incredible live music experience on the water. DJ Alle Farben will headline, performing a set from a floating AIDA stage, synchronized with a spectacular light show projected onto the AIDAprima. A dazzling drone show will add to the atmosphere.
This incredible display will be clearly visible and audible from the St. Pauli landing stages. The show starts at 10:30 pm, with AIDAprima setting sail for a 7-day cruise afterwards.
More than Just Lights and Music!
Beyond the AIDA spectacle, the HafenGeburtstag boasts a truly diverse program:
- Tugboat Ballet: Witness the incredible precision and power of the tugboats as they perform their famous synchronized dance on Saturday at 5 pm.
- Ship Parades: Be amazed by the grand arrival parade on Thursday at 4 pm and the spectacular departure parade on Sunday at 5:30 pm, featuring impressive tall ships and a wide variety of vessels.
- Rescue Demonstrations: See dramatic rescue exercises involving helicopters, boats, and emergency services throughout the weekend.
- Water Sports Shows: Enjoy thrilling water ski shows and other exciting water sports demonstrations.
- Open Ship Days: Explore numerous ships up close, from historic sailing vessels to modern research ships – talk to the crews and learn about maritime life.
- Latvia: This Year's Partner Country: Discover Latvian culture, tourism, and innovation at the Kehrwiederspitze.
Conclusion: A Must-See Maritime Event
The Hamburg HafenGeburtstag is more than just a port anniversary; it's a vibrant celebration of maritime heritage, innovation, and community spirit. With an interactive map to guide you and a diverse program to suit every taste, this is a truly unique event not to be missed. Plan your trip now and get ready to experience the magic of Hamburg’s HafenGeburtstag!
