Freundeskreis – Become a Friend It’s worth it: support music in our city and gain exclusive insights – from €6.67 per month

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Culture can only thrive when people get involved – artists, supporters and audiences. Treat yourself or give a membership as a gift among your circle of friends. With annual fees starting from €80, you can support amazing musical projects in the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle. It’s worth it for Hamburg – and for you.

»I want to actively experience and sustainably support music in Hamburg. As a member of the Freundeskreis, I can do both in a number of ways.«

M. Beimann, Friend since 2015

Enjoy these benefits

  • Advance booking rights for in-house promoted events depending on availability
  • The Friends Card, which gives you 10% discount off many concerts
  • Invitations to exclusive events for Friends of the concert hall
  • Special insights in one rehearsal or concert per season
  • The Elbphilharmonie Magazine, Yearbook and monthly programmes delivered free to your home
  • Newsletter updates on the activities of the Freundeskreis

Your Contribution

  • Individual Membership / €80 per calendar year
  • Couples Membership / €100 per calendar year
  • Young Friends Membership (under 30 years of age) / €20 per calendar year
  • Gift Membership (valid for 1 calendar year)

Memberships are automatically renewed each year. You can cancel your membership at the end of the calendar year by giving three months’ notice.

Freundeskreis Elbphilharmonie + Laeiszhalle e.V. is registered as a non-profit organisation. Membership fees and other contributions are tax-deductible as donations. Receipts can be issued upon request.

Become a member

Good to know

  • How can I take out a membership?

    Simply use the online application form.

    If you have any questions, please contact the administrative office. For example by emailing freundeskreis@elbphilharmonie.de

  • What is the difference between Friends and Curators?

    You can show your support through Freundeskreis Elbphilharmonie + Laeiszhalle e.V. in two ways: as a Friend or as a Curator. Friends are the foundation of the organisation. As a token of our thanks, Friends will receive invitations to exclusive events, advance booking rights for concert tickets and the Friends Card, which offers 10% discount off many concerts.

    Curators make a notable contribution and thereby create important financial flexibility, which directly benefits the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle concert programme and makes exceptional funding projects possible. Curators also receive further exclusive offers as a thank you.

  • What is the duration of a membership?

    Membership as a Friend is usually taken out for the current calendar year, and is automatically renewed for a further year each year. You can terminate your membership as a Curator at any time without giving a reason.

  • How are membership fees used?

    The membership fees finance the administrative office and activities of the organisation. Above all, the income of the Freundeskreis Elbphilharmonie + Laeiszhalle e.V. goes to support the musical projects of the two concert halls.

  • Can I claim membership fees and donations against tax?

    Yes. Freundeskreis Elbphilharmonie + Laeiszhalle e.V. is registered as a non-profit organisation. Membership fees and other contributions are tax-deductible as donations. Receipts can be issued upon request.

  • Can I buy a membership as a gift?

    Yes, this is also possible! Give one year’s membership of Freundeskreis Elbphilharmonie + Laeiszhalle e.V. as a gift – simply fill out the online application form.

  • When and how can I terminate a membership?

    The minimum duration of membership is 1 year. Membership as a Friend can be terminated at the end of each calendar year, giving three months’ notice by post or email. You can terminate your membership as a Curator at any time without giving a reason. To do so, please contact the administrative office.

  • Can I get involved as a volunteer?

    The Freundeskreis Elbphilharmonie + Laeiszhalle e. V. is supported by a permanent team of volunteer staff. The board also works on a voluntary basis. The organisation also coordinates volunteer involvement for the two concert halls. If you are interested, please email ehrenamt@elbphilharmonie.de