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Heck, Buddy! Here's the Lowdown on the 48h Wilhelmsburg Fiasco! Listen up, Blankeneser and Marienthalerinnen - you're outta luck! This jam-packed musical event is strictly for Wilhelmsburg residents! For the 16th year in a row, the artistic neighborhood festival "48h Wilhelmsburg" invites both professional artists and amateurs alike, of all ages, genres, and styles to perform from Friday to Sunday. But there's a catch - only those who live, work, or use a rehearsal room on the islands can join the party. Unlike most festivals, this baby is all about sustainability, community, and local creative flair - sans any commercial nonsense!
Three Days, 168 Acts at 56 Locations - All for Free!
- Blackbird Mantra promises some groovy garage rock. Catch their performance on June 14th, 9 PM, at Zinnwerken.
- Caroline Harder delivers shoegaze and post-punk from Grundeis on June 14th, 9:15 PM, at the Elbdeich Studio.
- Natalio Ruiz The duo Pequeño brings Latin American folklore - on June 14th, 4 PM, at the Aomame Restaurant.
- Ness Veneras delivers fusion rock on June 14th, 4 PM, at the Warderlüüd cooperative.
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Prepare yourself for 168 acts at 56 unique locations on the sensational program. These locations won't be built specifically for the festival - instead, shows take place on existing stages or repurposed spots, such as cafes, courtyards, backyards, balconies, shops, and even living rooms. This year, the Wälderhaus, a waterworks, and a private garden at Mannesallee 17 are new venues added to the mix. Visitors can watch, listen, and even participate in many offerings. Most locations are either accessible or have low barriers.
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Learn how to rap, join a choir, or master Finnish tango. The extensive children's program is focused on participation. Since the first festival edition, the Stolperstein tour (Sun 11-13 PM) has been a staple, guided by an expert and accompanied by Klezmer music. A boat tour from the Reiherstieg pier feels like a short vacation. And the mobile neighborhood kiosk of Minna and Willi symbolizes the festival: meeting new people, bonding, and supporting each other. Of course, guests from all Hamburg districts are welcome!
Wilhelmsburg/Veddel: June 13th-15th, Fri/Sun from 11 AM, Sat from 10 AM, free entry, donations appreciated, website
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1. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle of Wilhelmsburg as the home-and-garden settings of various locations become stages for 168 acts during the 48h Wilhelmsburg festival.2. From backyards to cafes, balconies to shops, and even living rooms, the home-and-garden vibe of Wilhelmsburg comes alive during the festival, offering visitors a unique and intimate insight into the local lifestyle.
