Husumer Piratentage

Husum — the North Sea city of inventions

Husum, the district capital of Nordfriesland, has been connected with seafaring and maritime life for generations. Theodor Storm — the city's most famous son — captured the world of Husum's captains, sailors, and beach wardens in his stories. With the Husumer Piratentage, the maritime heritage will take on a new, playful form in 2026: A premiere that brings the family-friendly storytelling format to Husum while simultaneously revitalising the city centre.

Three days of full adventure

For three days, a unique pirate universe will be created at Husum Harbour, unfolding across several locations:

• Slipway and Town Hall Terrace — location of the Pirate Village with a sunken ship as a backdrop
• Schiffbrücke — the maritime craft market with regional products, handmade artworks, and diverse food and drink offerings
• Harbour basin and Slipway — demonstrations with historic ships, dramatic pirate arrivals, interactive shows

Six tasks for the Pirate Pass

The educational centrepiece: Children can earn a Pirate Pass by completing six challenging tasks — from tying knots and climbing a rigging to a treasure hunt through the harbour. The tasks are designed for age-appropriateness and lead children back and forth between the stations — which also ensures good movement within the festival grounds and prevents overcrowding at individual locations.

Maritime Craft Market

The maritime craft market is spread across the Schiffbrücke. Here you will find:

• Regional products — honey, smoked fish, preserved specialities
• Handicrafts — model ships, maritime woodwork, jewellery with sailor motifs
• Food and drink offerings — fish rolls, shrimp, rum punch, beer, mulled wine

Coverpiraten on Saturday evening

The musical highlight will be provided by the Coverpiraten on Saturday evening from 6 p.m. in the beach bar area. The band plays an eclectic mix of shanty classics, pop hits, and maritime adaptations — fitting the festival's DNA. The concert is part of the free programme.

Sunday Opening Hours and City Stroll

On Sunday, May 17th, there will be Sunday opening hours in Husum's city centre. The Piratentage are thus well combined with a city stroll: Harbour in the morning, city centre in the afternoon, a cosy evening conclusion in one of Husum's pubs.