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Welcome to the Wolf Biermann & Friends Birthday Concert 2026 in Hamburg
On November 3, 2026, singer songwriter and poet Wolf Biermann celebrates his 90th birthday at the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg with the program "Warte nicht auf beßre Zeiten!". The evening in the Großer Saal honors his life's work and his lifelong commitment to freedom and democracy.
Highlights & Attractions at the Wolf Biermann Concert in Hamburg
- Wolf Biermann himself performing with guitar and songs from his life's work
- Campino of Die Toten Hosen joining as a musical companion
- Comedian and entertainer Otto Waalkes
- Actors Burghart Klaußner and Gustav Peter Wöhler
- Swiss writer, cabaret artist and singer songwriter Franz Hohler
- Musical contributions from Salut Salon, Nora Buschmann and Uschi Brüning
- Jazz musicians Günter "Baby" Sommer and Ulrich Gumpert
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect at the Hamburg Tribute Concert
The evening blends music, memories and artistic contributions with no intermission. Wolf Biermann performs his own songs, while invited guests add music and readings throughout the program. Central to the evening is his decades long resistance against the East German dictatorship, which led to a twelve year ban on performing and publishing, as well as his ongoing commitment to freedom, democracy and diversity.
Tickets & Admission for the Wolf Biermann Concert Hamburg
Tickets for the tribute concert at the Elbphilharmonie range from approximately 39.90 to 88.95 euros depending on seating category. At the time of research, tickets were listed as temporarily unavailable on the official page; interested visitors should check availability directly with the ticket vendor.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Hamburg
- The Elbphilharmonie sits right in the HafenCity district, easily reached by public transport via the Baumwall or Überseequartier stops
- Since the concert is in early November, warm clothing is advisable as the walk along the Elbe can be windy
- Hotels in central Hamburg and the HafenCity should be booked well in advance given the central location
- Doors open a full hour before the concert, so arriving early is worthwhile due to security checks
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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