Featured Events in Hamburg in May 2025 (August Updated)

To mark the 100th anniversary of the Griffelkunst-Vereinigung Hamburg e.V., the Hamburger Kunsthalle will show in its Hubertus Wald Forum a broad selection of lithographs, screenprints, etchings, woodcuts, and also photographs and C-prints from the 100 years of the programme, as well as some archival documents. The association has been publishing original graphic editions since 1925, making print series by selected artists available to its members. The works are chosen not according to their formal or thematic coherence but because they provide a repre-sentative idea of the respective artist’s oeuvre based on examples of their graphic work. The Griffelkunst-Vereinigung editions typically showcase established national and international artists alongside lesser-known, often younger artists of diverse nationalities and generations as well as collaborations with printmakers. This extraordinary graphics association today counts 4,500 members throughout Germany. The Hamburger Kunsthalle has been involved from the outset and has presented many of the series in various exhibitions over the years.

As part of the exhibition melody / transmitter, the gallery presents the new series humanoid has escaped by Gerwald Rockenschaub. The works in the humanoid has escaped series play with subtle deviations, irritations, memories and reappropriation.

In his fifth solo exhibition at the Galerie Vera Munro, Jānis Avotiņš presents new paintings and sculptures that thematically continue from the Latvian artist's last exhibition and invites viewers to immerse themselves in Avotiņš' quiet, profound world.

Seit 2019 ist Rasmus Syman nicht mehr aus der Berliner Comedyszene wegzudenken. Der einfache Typ aus dem Ruhrgebiet spricht auf der Bühne über die eigenen Widersprüche, erzählt peinliche Geschichten aus seiner Jugend und arbeitet sich gern an den Dingen und Menschen ab, die ihm auf die Nerven gehen. Sein energetischer Act hat ihn bereits ins Vorprogramm von Comedians wie Michael Mittermeier und Fabi Rommel gebracht, 2024/2025 ist er als Support Act von Filiz Tasdan deutschlandweit auf Tour. Man sieht ihn außerdem regelmäßig im Quatsch Comedy Club oder als Headliner im Comedyflash, Downstairs Comedy Club und im Mad Monkey Room. Als Autor hat er für Comedy Central, Amazon Prime und JOYN geschrieben, vor der Kamera war er u.a. bei „falsch, aber lustig“ und in der „Comedy Halbzeit“ von Felix Lobrecht zu sehen. Rasmus macht authentische Comedy, persönlich, selbstironisch, aber mit einem bissigen Blick auf die Welt um sich. Er sagt furchtbare Dinge, doch schafft es, dabei charmant zu bleiben. Naja, zumindest denkt er das. In seinem ersten Solo-Programm verdichten sich die besten Jokes und Stories aus sechs Jahren Comedy. Ein Abend, der im Gedächtnis bleibt. Information Source: SCHNACK Stand-Up | eventbrite

This year's screenings include 5 international premieres, 2 European premieres, 14 German premieres and 3 Hamburg premieres. Some of the works have been shortlisted for internationally renowned film festivals such as Cannes, Berlin and Locarno. The lineup of this year's film selection committee is also impressive. The final judges include the famous actor and producer Guo Keyu, Zhang Zhen, a professor of the Department of Film at New York University, Helena Wittmann, a German film director and artist, and Christopher Small, a film critic and curator of the Locarno Film Festival. All the films screened are eligible to compete for the "Association Award" and "Audience Choice Award", and 15 of the competing films will also compete for the highest honor of the film festival, the "Jury Award".

Old Country Ravioloni Dinner Hosted by Chef Charlie Accivatti Step into the warmth of tradition with an intimate, heartfelt celebration of Italian heritage. Inspired by generations of family gatherings, this experience invites you to savor handmade ravioloni, a larger version of ravioli, crafted from the Accivatti family’s secret recipe originating in Ortona, Italy. Each pillowy bite is made with fresh “00” pasta and stuffed with an exotic blend of aromatic imported cheeses. Whats on the menu? 1.) A classic Caesar salad, where the rich dressing is made tableside, tossed before your eyes with extra virgin olive oil and a hint of lemon. 2.) The star of the night, our delicate ravioloni, is served with a slow-simmered, rustic tomato sauce, crafted from vine-ripened San Marzano tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and fresh basil served with Rinaldi's Hot Italian Sauasage from Detroit. 4) Homemade semifreddo with rasberry and pistachio crumble 5.) A thoughtfully curated wine pairing will elevate the sensual and immersive dining experience. More About Chef: Charlie Accivatti is a chef, educator, and culinary innovator with a deep passion for food science and gastronomy. Raised in a large Italian family in Southeast Michigan, his love for Italian cuisine was ignited in the kitchen, making ravioli alongside loved ones—a tradition that shaped his approach to food as both an art and a science. ​With a career spanning continents​ (and decades), Charlie has worked alongside Michelin-trained chefs and opened restaurants in culinary hotspots like N​YC, LA, Dallas, ​Durham, Miami, Mexico City, and Fez. In 2013, he had the honor of hosting and acting as sous chef at the James Beard House Whimsical Kitchen dinner with Jacques Pépin in attendance. His expertise ​pays homage to classic techniques with bold international flavors, creating dishes ​deeply rooted in tradition.​ At the same time, he embraces culinary innovation, seamlessly weaving global influences into every dining experience. Beyond the restaurant world, Charlie is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of culinary minds. He has presented at World Science Festivals in New York, Beijing, and Oaxaca, bringing the magic of food science to children. His focus on the intersection of cooking and chemistry led him to teach a course on the Science of Cooking at Harvard, alongside former White House Chef Bill Yosses. Charlie resides in West Falls with his wife, two daughters, and three cats. When he’s not in the kitchen, he enjoys exploring new culinary landscapes​ and sharing his love of food with family and friends Information Source: Alchemy Wine & Beer | eventbrite

Hans Kunitzberg is an Austrian artist who takes a long time to paint his large paintings, which are layered with different colors. The artist believes that his mission is to initiate a dialogue between the work and the audience, and the artist's personality is a secondary consideration. With the exhibition HANNS KUNITZBERGER. Image 2002-2005, the Hamburger Kunsthalle is presenting the expansive, multi-part work of the Austrian painter Hanns Kunitzberger (*1955). His canvases are created in a lengthy process of multiple overpaintings, the different levels of which shine through the superimposed areas of color. The pictures thus acquire a quality of transparency that can be seen metaphorically as time shimmering through. In their color language and serial monumentality, the artist's large-scale paintings change the space: their presentation in the domed hall of the Hamburger Kunsthalle takes up the great history of this hall as an exhibition space and evokes spatial painting experiences such as in the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris.

Hamburg Margarita & Mimosa Fest - Sat May 3 - Cinco de Mayo Weekend Part Bar Hop, Part Delicious Cocktail Celebration! Featuring 5 Bars & Restaurants! Live Music! DJ's! Giveaways! Beer, Hard Seltzer, Wild Margarita & Mimosa Specials! GA & VIP TICKETS ON SALE NOW! GA - https://margaritafestss.eventbrite.com VIP - https://margaritafestss.eventbrite.com VENUES -The Pourhouse - Registration 2:00-4:00PM -Lassos -Black Smoke Bourbon Bar -Coyote Cafe All guests must arrive from 2:00-4:00PM ONLY to their assigned locations register & receive event wristbands good for drink specials. If you are unable to make this time you may send someone with your tickets but it must be from 2:00-4:00pm, day of event. All specials and venues will be listed on the event map. The map will be posted in the discussion section of the FB event the week of event. Please save the image for ease of navigating. All venues are within walking distance of one another. Please note screen shots of tickets will not be accepted, only the code generated from your eventbrite email confirmation will work. Tickets may be printed or scanned on mobile. 21+ only. Tickets are required. Tickets guarantee you entry into event & access to drink discount specials, they do NOT include free drinks. Tickets are non-refundable, we repeat non-refundable. This event is reserved at all venues specifically for ticket holders to enjoy specials from 2:00-8:00PM. Margarita & Mimosa fest is our most popular event of the year, participants should expect completely full venues. Should a venue have a long line to enter, don't wait, you have other options to choose from. Sponsor & Vendor Inquiries - email wickedevents42@gmail.com Information Source: Wicked Events | eventbrite

Mondays in May! Mel Robbin's 2024 book, THE LET THEM THEORY, was an overnight sensation. Why? Because so many of us are ready to stop using our energy on the things (and people!) we can't control and regain more emotional peace. For three Mondays in May--the 5th, 12th, and 19th--we'll get together with a small group to discuss The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins and learn lasting habits to apply the book's "Let Them" and "Let Me" principles to our daily lives. We'll share interpretations and connection through group discussion and use journaling prompts to create mindset shifts and boundaries--taking principles and turning them into action. This course will be led by Tricia Applegate. COURSE REQUIREMENTS: You will need to have read The Let Them Theory before the class begins on May 5th. Please bring a pen and a notebook + your copy of the book to follow along. Books can be purchased at Merit Badge Books leading up to the course's start. The purchase of a ticket will register you for ALL THREE DATES. Information Source: Merit Badge Books | eventbrite

The perfect quality time activity with Mom. Learn how to make the perfect centerpiece for your home while sipping your favorite brunch drink! Ticket includes all supplies, instruction and one brunch drink. Full brunch menu available for purchase. Information Source: Alchemy Wine & Beer | eventbrite

Old Country Ravioloni Dinner Hosted by Chef Charlie Accivatti Step into the warmth of tradition with an intimate, heartfelt celebration of Italian heritage. Inspired by generations of family gatherings, this experience invites you to savor handmade ravioloni, a larger version of ravioli, crafted from the Accivatti family’s secret recipe originating in Ortona, Italy. Each pillowy bite is made with fresh “00” pasta and stuffed with an exotic blend of aromatic imported cheeses. Whats on the menu? 1.) A classic Caesar salad, where the rich dressing is made tableside, tossed before your eyes with extra virgin olive oil and a hint of lemon. 2.) The star of the night, our delicate ravioloni, is served with a slow-simmered, rustic tomato sauce, crafted from vine-ripened San Marzano tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and fresh basil served with Rinaldi's Hot Italian Sauasage from Detroit. 4) Homemade semifreddo with rasberry and pistachio crumble 5.) A thoughtfully curated wine pairing will elevate the sensual and immersive dining experience. More About Chef: Charlie Accivatti is a chef, educator, and culinary innovator with a deep passion for food science and gastronomy. Raised in a large Italian family in Southeast Michigan, his love for Italian cuisine was ignited in the kitchen, making ravioli alongside loved ones—a tradition that shaped his approach to food as both an art and a science. ​With a career spanning continents​ (and decades), Charlie has worked alongside Michelin-trained chefs and opened restaurants in culinary hotspots like N​YC, LA, Dallas, ​Durham, Miami, Mexico City, and Fez. In 2013, he had the honor of hosting and acting as sous chef at the James Beard House Whimsical Kitchen dinner with Jacques Pépin in attendance. His expertise ​pays homage to classic techniques with bold international flavors, creating dishes ​deeply rooted in tradition.​ At the same time, he embraces culinary innovation, seamlessly weaving global influences into every dining experience. Beyond the restaurant world, Charlie is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of culinary minds. He has presented at World Science Festivals in New York, Beijing, and Oaxaca, bringing the magic of food science to children. His focus on the intersection of cooking and chemistry led him to teach a course on the Science of Cooking at Harvard, alongside former White House Chef Bill Yosses. Charlie resides in West Falls with his wife, two daughters, and three cats. When he’s not in the kitchen, he enjoys exploring new culinary landscapes​ and sharing his love of food with family and friends Information Source: Alchemy Wine & Beer | eventbrite