Free entry to Hamburg's museums on Reformation Day - Discover more!

Free entry to Hamburg's museums on Reformation Day - Discover more!

October 31, 2025 is just around the corner and that means a very special offer for everyone interested in culture in Hamburg: On Reformation Day there is free entry to over 50 museums in the city. This is not only a great opportunity to discover the cultural highlights of the Hanseatic city, but also an opportunity for families to spend the day together and learn new things. No matter whether you are an art lover or a history fan – there is something for every taste.

Particularly noteworthy is the Hamburger Kunsthalle, which has a lot to offer on this day. Among other things, visitors can take part in guided tours of the current exhibitions and satisfy their curiosity with live speakers who answer questions on site. There is also the “Hamburg Children's Room”, where the little artists can live out their talent in painting. Dance workshops that include both K-pop and Latin American rhythms provide musical enjoyment. This is a perfect way to connect with passion for art and culture.

Discover cultural treasures

The University Hospital Eppendorf (UKE) also opens its doors to interested visitors. Here, participants learn more about the secret history of leprosy and Lenin's medical records in the medical history museum. The exhibition on the history of intelligence testing also represents an exciting contribution to Hamburg's medical historiography, with a lecture by Henrik Eßler, which should also not be missed.

Another highlight is the Rieck House, which provides an insight into life in the Vierlanden and deals with the habitat of bees. For fans of university history, it is worth visiting the university museum, where the most famous banner of the '68 movement is on display. Here, history can be experienced – among other things, through guided tours in chanting that focus on the fascinating development of Hamburg University.

Games and history for everyone

For the technology enthusiasts among the visitors, it is also worth taking a detour to the Retro Games Club in Ohlsdorf. The playable museum shows computers and consoles from the last 50 years and promises hours of nostalgia. This variety of offers makes Reformation Day in Hamburg a special experience that leaves no visitor indifferent. The #seeforfree initiative has put together a comprehensive overview of all participating museums and their programs so that you can get the best possible information.

In addition, October 31st has been a public holiday in the north since 2018 to commemorate the Reformation. Originally created to drive away evil spirits, Halloween is now celebrated as a more cheerful event. Younger visitors shouldn't miss out on this day either, as children and young people under the age of 18 have free entry to many of Hamburg's museums, including the Hamburg Art Mile and the Hamburg Historical Museums Foundation. The Museum der Natur Hamburg with its impressive collection of around ten million animal specimens and the Övelgönne Museum Harbor are also worth a visit.

The cultural diversity and free offers on Reformation Day invite all Hamburg residents and visitors to the city to discover new facets of Hamburg and spend an entertaining day with the whole family.

If you would like to find out more about the special exhibitions and events, you can visit the website NDR and hamburg.de inform.