MS Dockville 2027 – Music & Arts Festival Germany

What to expect in 2027

MS Dockville 2027 will return to Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg on 20–21 August 2027 for its 20th anniversary edition. The festival combines music, visual art, installations, workshops, readings and creative experiences across a large site beside the Elbe. Rather than functioning only as a conventional music festival, MS Dockville turns its industrial harbour setting into an open-air cultural environment where stages, artworks and temporary installations exist alongside one another.

The official festival information describes the 2027 edition as a two-day celebration featuring more than 100 acts, bands and DJs across 10 stages. The musical programme will include indie, hip-hop, pop and electronic music, with international headliners, established favourites, newcomers and emerging artists sharing the programme. Around 25,000 people per day are expected at the festival.

Art remains equally important to the MS Dockville experience. The festival site contains murals, installations and more than 50 additional artworks, while the wider programme includes around 100 art, reading, workshop and creative programme points. This means visitors can spend part of the weekend watching live music and another part exploring the artistic installations and participatory areas.

The 2027 edition also marks two decades of MS Dockville. The organisers have announced that additional programme highlights will be revealed gradually, so the final artistic programme is expected to grow considerably as the festival approaches.

Event dates

MS Dockville 2027 will take place on 20–21 August 2027 in Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg, Germany.

The festival is scheduled as a two-day weekend event. The organisers have already confirmed the 2027 date and are currently releasing information in stages, including ticket offers and programme announcements.

The official timetable has not yet been published. MS Dockville states that the final timetable will be released before the festival and will be available through the official website and MS Dockville app.

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Venue & festival site

MS Dockville 2027 will take place in Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg, directly beside the Elbe and within the harbour environment. The official visitor information gives the festival address as Schlengendeich 12, 21107 Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg.

The location is one of the defining features of the festival. Instead of being placed in a conventional concert park outside the city, MS Dockville uses an industrial and waterfront environment that combines harbour infrastructure, green areas, temporary structures, artworks and stages.

The 2027 site is expected to include:

• Main Stage: The principal large-scale performance area.
• Additional music stages: Smaller stages offering different genres and emerging acts.
• Club-style spaces: More intimate locations designed for electronic and late-night performances.
• Art areas: Murals, sculptures, installations and temporary works distributed around the grounds.
• Workshop and creative spaces: Locations for participatory programmes, talks, readings and other activities.
• Camping area: A dedicated festival campsite located directly beside or close to the festival grounds.

The official festival description says that the 2027 edition will use 10 stages, ranging from the large Main Stage to smaller hidden spots with a club atmosphere.

Full lineup

The full MS Dockville 2027 lineup has not yet been announced. The official lineup page currently states that the first 2027 acts are still to come, with further programme highlights being announced step by step.

The festival has already confirmed the broad musical direction for the anniversary edition, including indie, hip-hop, pop and electronic music. The final programme is expected to include a combination of international artists, German acts, DJs, emerging musicians and smaller discoveries.

For context, the 2026 edition featured Tom Odell, Wolf Alice, Noga Erez, Berq, Von Wegen Lisbeth, Paris Paloma, Sampa The Great, Alessi Rose, Zimmer90, Bibiza, Deki Alem, Wednesday, LP Giobbi, Anja Schneider, Tommy Holohan, Blond, Mariybu, Jolle, Paula Cendejas and many other artists. These performers belong to the previous edition and are not confirmed for 2027.

Headliners & featured artists

MS Dockville has not yet announced its 2027 headliners.

The festival’s previous programmes show that major international artists can appear alongside German favourites and emerging acts. The 2026 edition included Tom Odell, Wolf Alice and Noga Erez among its most prominent international names, alongside artists such as Berq and Von Wegen Lisbeth.

The anniversary edition is expected to continue the festival’s broad booking philosophy rather than concentrating on a single genre. This means the final headline programme may cover indie, alternative pop, electronic music, hip-hop and other contemporary styles.

Further artist announcements should be monitored through the official MS Dockville website, newsletter and festival channels because the organisers have stated that programme highlights will be revealed gradually.

Stages & performance areas

MS Dockville 2027 is planned around 10 stages, creating a mixture of large-scale concerts, intimate performances and electronic club-style environments. The official festival description specifically refers to the Main Stage as well as hidden locations with a club atmosphere.

Recent editions have used a broad network of stage areas. The 2026 programme included locations such as Grossschot, Vorschot, Nest, Butterland, Klüse, Tentakel, Tiefland and Limbus, alongside other programme areas.

The stages generally serve different musical and atmospheric purposes. Larger stages are designed for headline performances, while smaller spaces provide opportunities for DJs, emerging artists, experimental music and more intimate shows.

Art is integrated throughout the site rather than being isolated in a single exhibition building. Visitors can therefore encounter installations and murals while moving between performances.

Stage-by-stage schedule

The 2027 stage-by-stage schedule has not yet been released. MS Dockville confirms that the timetable will be published before the festival and will also be available through the official app.

The final timetable is expected to distribute the programme across the 10 stages, with different styles and performance formats operating simultaneously.

Previous editions have demonstrated how extensively the festival uses its stage network. The 2026 programme spread artists across areas including Grossschot, Vorschot, Nest, Butterland, Klüse, Tentakel, Tiefland and Limbus.

Once the 2027 schedule is released, visitors will be able to create a personal timetable in the MS Dockville app and coordinate performances across the festival grounds.

Set times

Individual 2027 set times have not yet been announced.

MS Dockville states that the timetable will be published before the festival and that the app will provide the relevant performance times.

Previous schedules show that the festival combines afternoon performances with evening headline sets and late-night electronic programming. Some DJs and electronic acts can continue into the early morning in the smaller club-oriented areas.

Visitors should allow enough time to move between stages because the festival grounds are extensive and the 10-stage format means simultaneous performances are common.

Ticket types

MS Dockville has already placed 2027 weekend tickets on sale. The current first-tier individual weekend ticket is $148.35, converted from the published €129 price. The ticket provides access to the full two-day festival programme.

A current group or Clique Ticket is listed at $136.85 per person, converted from the published €119 price. These tickets are intended for groups attending together and are valid for the full festival.

The current ticket structure includes:

• Weekend individual ticket: approximately $148.35.
• Clique/group ticket: approximately $136.85 per person.
• Camping upgrade: approximately $57.50 per person.

The organiser has stated that tickets become more expensive as the next price tiers are introduced, so the current early-bird amounts should not be treated as the final 2027 prices.

Day tickets are not currently available for 2027. The festival says it will announce separately if and when Friday or Saturday day tickets are released.

VIP & premium options

MS Dockville has not published a separate traditional VIP ticket category for 2027. The current ticket structure instead focuses on weekend admission, group tickets and additional camping options.

The camping upgrade currently costs approximately $57.50 per person and provides access to the festival campsite. The campsite is positioned directly beside or close to the festival grounds, allowing campers to stay within the festival environment rather than travelling back into Hamburg after the performances.

MS Dockville is also working on campervan camping for the anniversary edition. The organiser says that a Bulli ticket would provide a parking space for an eligible van, motorhome or estate car, but each person still needs a weekend ticket and camping upgrade. Eligible vehicles are limited to specified size and weight limits, and no electricity is provided.

Event rules

MS Dockville has specific rules covering tickets, age limits, camping, transport and behaviour. Visitors should check the final regulations before travelling because the organiser states that detailed guidelines will continue to be added.

Important points include:

• Tickets: Tickets are personalised, but the organiser allows them to be transferred to another person.
• Re-entry: Re-entry is permitted for valid festival tickets.
• Children: Children under 12 are not permitted on the festival grounds.
• Ages 12–15: Visitors in this age group must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or authorised adult supervisor.
• Ages 16–17: Visitors aged 16 and over may attend without an accompanying adult until midnight.
• Camping: A camping upgrade is required to use the campsite.
• Glass: Glass bottles are prohibited on the campsite.
• Confetti: Confetti is not permitted at the campsite.
• Sound systems: Large sound systems are prohibited.
• Generators: Power generators are not permitted.
• Camping gas: Gas cartridges for camping stoves may be brought up to a maximum size of 450 grams.
• Barbecues: Barbecuing is restricted to designated areas, and ground-level barbecues are prohibited.
• Waste: Campers are expected to dispose of rubbish correctly and participate in the site’s waste-deposit system.

The festival also operates an awareness concept and provides areas where visitors can take a break and recharge.

How to get there

MS Dockville is particularly convenient for visitors using Hamburg’s public transport network. The festival site is in Wilhelmsburg, south of central Hamburg and close to the Elbe.

The official festival address is Schlengendeich 12, 21107 Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg. Visitors arriving without a car can use this address as their destination and then cross the pedestrian bridge over the Veringkanal to reach the festival area.

From Hamburg Central Station, Wilhelmsburg can be reached by S-Bahn in roughly 10 minutes, making MS Dockville unusually accessible for a large festival.

Cycling is another practical option. The festival provides designated bicycle parking areas, including a paid bicycle storage facility.

Public transport & parking

The recommended public transport route is the S3 or S5 towards Buxtehude, Neugraben or Stade. Visitors should leave the train at Wilhelmsburg station and then follow the pedestrian route towards Inselpark and the festival grounds. The walk from the station takes approximately 10 minutes after following the designated route.

Visitors should not attempt to access the festival through Reiherstieg-Hauptdeich because the official information states that this is not an entrance route.

There are no general parking spaces directly at the festival grounds. MS Dockville specifically asks visitors not to treat the surrounding Wilhelmsburg neighbourhood as festival parking.

Taxi passengers should use Schluisgrove/Schlengendeich as the destination. A designated drop-off area is available at Schluisgrove for passengers being dropped off.

A return shuttle service operates after the festival, with the current information indicating Friday and Saturday services between 23:00 and 04:00.

Accommodation areas

Camping is one of the most convenient accommodation choices for visitors who want to remain close to the festival. A camping upgrade is required in addition to the festival ticket.

The campsite is located directly beside or next to the festival grounds and includes both an open meadow and quieter areas. The organisers describe the camping area as having space for tents as well as calmer sections for visitors who prefer less activity.

For visitors staying in hotels or apartments, useful accommodation areas include:

• Wilhelmsburg: The closest neighbourhood to the festival.
• Veddel: Convenient for access to Wilhelmsburg and central Hamburg.
• HafenCity: A central modern district with good transport connections.
• Hamburg city centre: Offers the largest selection of hotels, restaurants and nightlife.
• St. Georg: Close to Hamburg Central Station and useful for visitors travelling by rail.
• Altona: A popular base with strong public transport connections.

Visitors choosing accommodation outside Wilhelmsburg should plan their return journey in advance, particularly after late-night performances.

Food & drink

Food is integrated into the MS Dockville experience, with catering available throughout the festival grounds and additional food facilities at the campsite.

The campsite includes a breakfast stand with vegan options. Campers may also bring their own food and prepare it using an approved gas camping stove, provided the gas cartridge does not exceed the permitted 450-gram limit.

The festival environment also provides food and drink stands, allowing visitors to remain on site between performances. Previous festival information has documented vegetarian and vegan food options, reflecting the event’s broader sustainability approach.

Barbecuing is not generally permitted across the campsite because of local fire-safety restrictions. Designated barbecue areas are provided, but ground-level barbecues are prohibited.

Visitors should check the final 2027 food programme for the complete list of vendors and dietary options.

Accessibility

MS Dockville provides several accessibility features, although the festival’s large outdoor setting and waterfront environment mean visitors should plan their route according to their individual requirements.

Hamburg Tourism’s accessibility information for the festival identifies a step-free entrance and accessible toilet facilities. The listed accessible toilet has a 110-centimetre door width, accessible positioning and fold-up grab rails. Catering facilities are also available.

The festival has also developed an awareness concept and provides spaces for visitors to take a break or recharge. The official 2027 information specifically highlights awareness and areas for retreat and connection as part of the festival environment.

Visitors using wheelchairs or requiring additional assistance should contact the organisers before attending to confirm the latest 2027 arrangements, including accessible routes, viewing facilities, toilets and assistance options.

Best days to attend

MS Dockville 2027 is a two-day festival, so the choice between Friday and Saturday will ultimately depend on the final artist schedule.

The complete 2027 timetable has not yet been published, meaning it is too early to identify one day as preferable for specific performers. The organisers are releasing the programme gradually and will publish the timetable before the festival.

A weekend ticket provides access to both festival days and is therefore the most comprehensive option for visitors who want to experience the full anniversary programme, including music, art, workshops and other creative activities.

Visitors who prefer a particular artist should wait for the final day splits and timetable before deciding whether a future day ticket, if released, is appropriate.

Previous year’s highlights

The 2026 edition provided a strong example of MS Dockville’s musical range. Major performers included Tom Odell, Wolf Alice, Noga Erez, Berq, Von Wegen Lisbeth, Paris Paloma, Sampa The Great, Alessi Rose and Zimmer90.

The electronic programme included artists such as LP Giobbi, Anja Schneider, Tommy Holohan, RSS Disco, Vandalisbin and other DJs and producers. The programme also gave substantial space to emerging artists and smaller acts across the festival’s numerous stages.

The 2026 programme continued the festival’s established combination of music and visual culture. Around 25,000 visitors per day were associated with the event, while the festival’s broader concept included numerous artworks, installations and creative activities.

MS Dockville’s previous history also demonstrates the scale and diversity of its bookings. Earlier editions have included artists such as RAYE, Lola Young, The Last Dinner Party, Sigrid, Royel Otis, Peter Doherty, Billie Eilish, Jungle, Aurora, Parcels, Loyle Carner and many other international and German artists. These are historical examples and are not part of the confirmed 2027 lineup unless officially announced.

Official tickets

The official MS Dockville ticket shop is currently selling 2027 weekend tickets. The first-tier individual weekend ticket is approximately $148.35, while the current Clique Ticket is approximately $136.85 per person.

A camping upgrade is currently approximately $57.50 per person. It must be purchased in addition to the festival ticket for visitors who want to use the campsite.

The festival has not currently released 2027 day tickets. The organisers state that day tickets may be announced later through the website, newsletter and official social channels.

Tickets are personalised because of previous ticket-scam concerns, but the organiser allows ticket holders to transfer them to another person. An official resale platform is also available, allowing tickets to be resold through the festival’s authorised system.

Visitors should purchase through the official ticket shop rather than unofficial sellers. The festival specifically recommends its own ticketing and resale systems for secure transactions.