Lohbrügger Concert of Cultures

Lohbrügge — Intercultural District in Bergedorf

Lohbrügge, located in the Bergedorf district, is one of Hamburg's most populous districts (approx. 40,000 inhabitants) and a microcosm of Hamburg's diversity. People with roots from Iran, Turkey, Russia, Afghanistan, Poland, many African countries, and Latin America shape the neighborhood. The Concert of Cultures responds precisely to this diversity: an intercultural open-air concert with an explicit mission to promote encounters.

Leuschnerpark and LOLA as Partners

The venue is Leuschnerpark, a green oasis next to the LOLA Kulturzentrum — Bergedorf's central socio-cultural hub. In case of bad weather, the program moves into the large hall of LOLA. The festival is jointly organized by the Stadtteilbüro Lohbrügge (Lohbrügge District Office) and LOLA, with support from the Bergedorf district.

Music from Around the World

The stage program is broadly based — recent editions have featured, among others:

• Traditional Afghan Music
• Russian Pop and Bossa Nova
• Alevi Folklore with the BAKM Saz Ensemble
• Hip-Hop from the Hamburg scene
• The KULTURGUT Choir and LOLA's own percussion ensembles
• Dance groups like the Black Panthers

More Than Just Music

The festival is also a social event: international gastronomy from the Lohbrügge communities — Afghan, Turkish, Syrian, Latin American, and other specialties — caters to visitors. Hands-on activities for children, play areas, face painting. Local clubs, youth fire brigades, political parties, and social organizations are represented with information booths.

A Growing Tradition Since 2013

The Concert of Cultures has been held annually since 2013 (with minor pandemic-related interruptions). It has now become one of the fixed summer dates for Lohbrügge and Bergedorf. Admission has always been free — a conscious decision by the organizers to keep the event accessible.