Event Dates
From: Saturday, October 31, 2026
To: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Be Proud, be Pink, Pink Inc! Pink Inc is one of Hamburg’s longest-running pop-up party events,
Pink Inc is one of Hamburg’s longest-running queer parties, bringing together gay guys, girls, drag queens and party lovers for a night of pop anthems, outrageous performances and spectacular costumes. The Halloween edition transforms one of St. Pauli’s best-known theatres into a two-floor nightclub.
- Stay at east Hotel Hamburg, a design-led hotel in a converted iron foundry, just a short walk from the party.
The Party
- Next Edition: Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 11.30 pm to 6 am.
- Theme: Pink Inc Halloween Edition, featuring a costume contest, drag performances and Halloween-themed entertainment.
- Venue: Schmidt’s Tivoli, Spielbudenplatz 27-28, St. Pauli, Hamburg.
- DJs: Brenda Conda and Sunshine playing pop, charts and electro; Mary Sanchez mixing Latin, R&B, tech house and queer anthems; and Kiki Sparklez playing pop favourites.
- Live Shows: Anesha and Raven van Krueger, hosted by Valery Pearl and Trippy Rabbit.
- Music: Two floors, the Upper Deck and Lower Deck, with different musical styles.
- Dress Code: Halloween costumes encouraged but optional.
- Extras: Welcome shots and free admission to the official pre-party and after-party at WunderBar.
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What to Expect
Pink Inc has been a fixture of Hamburg’s queer nightlife since 2006, combining big pop hits with live entertainment and a mixed LGBTQ+ crowd.
- Dance between two music areas, switching from chart favourites and pop classics to R&B, Latin and house.
- Watch drag artists and performers take to the stage throughout the night.
- Expect creative Halloween outfits, from elaborate drag creations to sexy costumes and theatrical makeup.
- Join a crowd of locals and visitors celebrating Halloween in the heart of the Reeperbahn.
The Venue
- Schmidt’s Tivoli is a historic entertainment theatre on Spielbudenplatz, directly on Hamburg’s famous Reeperbahn.
- The theatre features an auditorium with a prominent stage, balconies and theatrical interiors. For Pink Inc, the venue is converted into a two-floor party space, combining the atmosphere of a cabaret theatre with the sound and lighting of a nightclub.
- The venue’s central St. Pauli location places guests within walking distance of the district’s gay bars, clubs and late-night restaurants.
- Book tickets through the official Quinbook ticket shop.
Before the Party
The official Pink Inc Halloween pre-party takes place at WunderBar from 8 pm, with free entry. The bar hosts the after-party through to 6 am.
- WunderBar – Talstraße 14. A long-running gay bar with pop music, drag entertainment and a compact, energetic dance floor. The official meeting point for Pink Inc guests.
- Olivia Jones Bar – Große Freiheit 35. A colourful entertainment bar associated with Hamburg’s best-known drag personality, featuring cabaret-style shows and a mixed crowd.
- Toom Peerstall – Clemens-Schultz-Straße 43. A traditional gay pub with a small, intimate interior and a loyal local following.
Where to Stay
Stay in St. Pauli for the easiest access to Pink Inc, the Reeperbahn and the city’s gay bars. Hotels near Spielbudenplatz are particularly convenient for returning after the party.
- east Hotel Hamburg – four-star superior design hotel in a converted iron foundry, featuring dramatic interiors, spacious rooms, a restaurant and rooftop spa.
- ARCOTEL Onyx Hamburg – contemporary four-star hotel at the eastern end of the Reeperbahn, with soundproofed rooms and a convenient location near St. Pauli station.
- Empire Riverside Hotel – modern waterfront hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows, a spa and the popular 20up cocktail bar overlooking Hamburg’s harbour.
- 25hours Hotel Hamburg HafenCity – maritime-inspired design hotel in HafenCity, with individually styled rooms, a restaurant and sauna. Best for visitors who prefer a quieter base away from the Reeperbahn.
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Address: Bernhard-Nocht-Straße 97, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Address: Große Freiheit 22, 22767 Hamburg, Germany
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Address: Reeperbahn 147, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Address: Clemens-Schultz-Straße 43, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Address: Talstraße 14, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
Address: Karolinenstraße 6, 20357 Hamburg, Germany
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A taste of what to expect at the next Pink Inc Gay Party in Hamburg
Hamburg, Germany, has a lively and diverse LGBTQ+ community, making it a welcoming destination for gay travelers and residents alike. The city offers a range of gay-friendly establishments, events, and resources.
A vibrant district with LGBTQ+-friendly venues, around the Reeperbahn area, known for its nightlife.
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