What's happening in May 2025? - Events in Hamburg

Off we go into May, with lots of nice May events in Hamburg and hopefully lots of sunshine - JUHU! 🦋 In addition to markets, art exhibitions, concerts, parties and festivals, you can expect really good open air events in Hamburg this month and of course a few ideas for Mother's Day! 🎉 So let's get outside and bridge the little time that's still missing until summer with cool events 🌸🥳

By the way: If you still need some inspiration for dancing into May in Hamburg, head this way! 👈

Even more ideas for May in Hamburg

👢 As there are finally lots of markets and flea markets in Hamburg again in May, we have listed our favorite markets in Hamburg here.

💸 In our free events & activities in Hamburg article, we always have events in Hamburg with Free admission ready for you!

🥳 And if you're already longing for the festival season in and around Hamburg, take a look at our Festivals 2025 in Germany article.

Three bonus 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! 💜

Frequently asked questions about events in Hamburg in May 2025:

1. which major events are taking place in Hamburg in May 2025?

In May 2025, Hamburg awaits its visitors with a variety of outstanding events. Here are some of the highlights you shouldn't miss:

📈 The OMR Festival on May 6 & 7: One of the largest events for digital marketing and technology in Europe. With over 67,000 visitors, top-class speakers and musical acts, it offers a comprehensive program for trade visitors and interested parties. More info & tickets here.

🎉 836th PORT BIRTHDAY on May 9-11: The world's largest port festival transforms the Elbe into a maritime festival mile. Highlights include the entry parade (May 9, 13:00), the flea market for the port birthday, the tugboat ballet (May 10, 15:45), the grand fireworks display (May 10, 22:45) and the departure parade (May 11, 18:00).

🪩 Dua Lipa concert on May 18 & 19: Pop queen Dua Lipa is coming to Hamburg - and twice! With her new tour, she is not only bringing "Houdini" live to the stage, but also plenty of glitter, power and dance vibes. Anyone who knows her shows knows that she doesn't just sing - she celebrates. 💃✨ More info here.

🎶 More big concerts: There are some big concerts taking place in Hamburg in May! Many of them are sold out, but we are of course still lotterying tickets on Rausgegangen! Take part in our Lotteries and win tickets for The Lumineers, FRISO, maïa, Savvy, Mariybu and many more!

2. are there free events in Hamburg in May 2025?

Yes, there are many free events such as flea markets, festivals, comedy events and much more with Free admission. For free events and locations in Hamburg, be sure to check out our blog article Free events and things to do in Hamburg or use our event filter to find a free event that's perfect for you.

3. what will the weather be like in Hamburg in May 2025?

☀️🌧️ Hamburg in May - the weather roulette! Sometimes sun, sometimes showers, sometimes "better put on a jacket", but: IT'S GETTING WARMER! Anything between 10 and 20 degrees is possible - typical Hamburg. So pack your sunglasses, don't forget your umbrella and just make the best of it. 😎🌦️🕺

4. which musicals are playing in Hamburg in May 2025?

For the best musicals in May 2025, be sure to check out our Shows & Performances in Hamburg category or take a look at our current Musicals in Hamburg blog article.