PORT ANNIVERSARY

Liverpool City Region (UK)

This year’s partner region of the Hamburg PORT ANNIVERSARY is the Liverpool City Region (UK). Right on the Kajen quay at Baumwall station, the Liverpool City Region Festival (UK) awaits you with a colourful programme.

Aerial view of Liverpool harbour front
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Liverpool to Visit Hamburg’s Port

From 8 to 10 May 2026, Hamburg welcomes the Liverpool City Region (UK) as a partner region for the Hamburg PORT ANNIVERSARY. This region embodies maritime history, cultural diversity and the British way of life like no other.

At the Liverpool City Region Festival (UK) on the Kajen quay, right between Baumwall station and the historic Deichstraße street, visitors can experience a unique Merseyside atmosphere, modern and traditional music acts, a passion for football and culinary treats from Great Britain.

You can find the full programme on our German page. Pop round and see for yourself, and visit our partner region on the Kajen quays by the Baumwall station. To help you find your way around, see the map below.

Cropped Image of the harbour plan
Hamburg Messe und Congress

The original home of the Beatles and two Premier League clubs, Liverpool is a global symbol of pop culture and passion. At the same time, the region is establishing itself as a modern, forward-looking hub with a strong capacity for innovation in science, healthcare and digital connectivity.

With the Liverpool City Region (UK) as its regional partner, the Hamburg PORT ANNIVERSARY is sending a message of international exchange, friendship and shared prospects – while also bringing a taste of British culture right to the banks of the River Elbe.

Logo der Liverpool City Region
Liverpool City Region (UK)

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PORT ANNIVERSARY Programme Friday, 8 May 2026

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