Travejazz Festival Lübeck
Jazz, Funk, and Soul at Lübeck's Harbour
About Travejazz
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From a Small Underground Format to a Hanseatic Institution
Founded in 2014, the Travejazz Festival has evolved over more than ten editions into one of Schleswig-Holstein's most important jazz events. It plays a key role in the contemporary music scene within the state of Schleswig-Holstein and the city of Lübeck – as an NDR Kultur partner, its influence extends beyond Northern Germany. You'll experience a festival that takes the musical diversity of jazz programmatically seriously: funk, soul, hard bop, free improvisation, and crossover projects stand side by side on equal footing.
Schuppen 6 — The Special Venue
The heart of the festival is Schuppen 6, a listed former warehouse directly on the Untertrave. Its raw brick architecture, the harbour panorama, and the natural acoustics make the hall one of the most atmospheric jazz venues in Northern Germany. Schuppen 6 is complemented by concerts in St. Petri Church, St. Jakobi Church, the Jazz Club Live CV, and on an open-air stage by the water.
What to Expect
- Four festival days with two to four concerts per evening
- Headliners from the international jazz calendar
- National acts from Germany with top-class ensembles
- Regional talents from the North German scene with their own Travejazz sponsorship award since 2016
- Open-air concerts by the harbour quay in good weather
- Church concerts with special acoustics
Organisation and Sponsorship
The festival is organised by the non-profit association Travejazz e.V. The main media partner is NDR Kultur. The Hanseatic City of Lübeck, the state of Schleswig-Holstein, and several foundations regularly support the festival. This structure enables a sophisticated programme with moderate ticket prices.
Lübeck as a Jazz City
With Travejazz, the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival (which also features jazz accents), and a vibrant club scene, Lübeck has established itself as a surprising jazz destination. The mix of Hanseatic old town, harbour flair, and an open cultural landscape creates the perfect setting for a festival that feels both urban and typically North German-relaxed.
Travejazz — edition 2026
12th Edition
In 2026, the Travejazz Festival celebrates its 12th edition from September 3 to 6. The programme follows the proven line: funk, soul, and contemporary jazz with a clear focus on top-class live bands. The opening traditionally takes place on Thursday evening, with the musical highlight on Saturday.
Confirmed Acts
- Make a Move — energetic live show
- krajenski.3 feat. MOORE — Rare Groove, Funk, and Boogaloo
- Jakob Bänsch Quartett — award-winning trumpeter and composer
- Hamburg Art Ensemble — Billie Eilish programme in a jazz arrangement
Further acts will be added by summer 2026.
Programme Travejazz 2026
The complete programme for the 12th edition will be published in several waves on travejazz.de. Advance sales start on April 1, 2026. The following structure is expected based on experience:
Thursday, September 3
- 8:00 PM — Opening Concert at Schuppen 6 (Untertrave)
Friday, September 4
- 7:00 PM — Church concert at St. Petri Church
- 9:30 PM — Double bill at Schuppen 6 with krajenski.3 feat. MOORE
Saturday, September 5
- 3:00 PM — Open-air concert at the harbour quay (weather permitting)
- 7:00 PM — Concert at St. Jakobi Church
- 9:00 PM — Hamburg Art Ensemble — Plays Billie Eilish at Schuppen 6
- 11:00 PM — Late-night set at Jazz Club Live CV
Sunday, September 6
- 11:00 AM — Jazz matinee by the harbour
- 7:00 PM — Make a Move closing concert with Jakob Bänsch Quartett as the opening act at Schuppen 6
Specific times and additional acts will be confirmed successively from April 2026.
Highlights Travejazz 2026
- 12th edition — established jazz event in Northern Germany
- Main venue Schuppen 6 — listed warehouse by the harbour
- Confirmed: Make a Move, krajenski.3 feat. MOORE, Jakob Bänsch Quartett, Hamburg Art Ensemble
- NDR Kultur partner
Prices Travejazz 2026
Single concert tickets from approx. €20. Festival pass with multi-day discount. Reductions for pupils, students, and people with disabilities. Advance sales start April 1, 2026, on travejazz.de and via Lübeck-Ticket.
Practical information — Travejazz
Getting There
Lübeck Central Station is a 10-minute walk from the old town. Direct connections from Hamburg (45 min), Kiel, and Berlin. By car, take the A1 (exit Lübeck-Zentrum). Use the multi-storey car parks in the city centre.
Tickets
Single concert tickets from approx. €20, festival passes with a discount. Advance sales typically start in April via the festival website and Lübeck-Ticket. Reductions for pupils, students, and people with disabilities.
Accommodation
Lübeck's old town offers hotels in all price categories. Book early – September is peak season.
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Where it takes place Travejazz
Schuppen 6 und weitere Veranstaltungsorte in der Altstadt
An der Untertrave, Schuppen 6, 23552 Lübeck