📅 July 4 - July 5, 2026
📍 Hamburg, Germany

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Unfolding as a highly sophisticated open-air sanctuary in the urban core of Northern Germany, Modus Festival 2026 cements its evolution as one of Hamburg’s most forward-thinking electronic music festival. On July 4, 2026, the industrial-chic landscape of the iconic 45Hertz open-air grounds, situated at Lagerstraße 18, transforms into a dynamic haven for refined sonic experiences. This meticulously curated single-day milestone bridges deep, hypnotic day-time journeys with powerful peak-time rhythms, ensuring the creative energy flows continuously from mid-afternoon until well past sunset. A magnificent roster of melodic house and techno virtuosos anchors the open-air daytime programming, highlighted by the spellbinding, hardware-driven live synthesis of Stephan Bodzin and a commanding selection from the iconic techno matriarch Monika Kruse.

The auditory landscapes deepen seamlessly through the mesmerizing, avant-garde live frequencies of Âme and the cinematic, emotionally charged live compositions of Natascha Polké, alongside groove-heavy contributions from Miyagi. What truly sets this gathering apart is that the immersive journey doesn’t conclude when the sun goes down, as the energy gracefully shifts to the legendary concrete chambers of Uebel & Gefährlich on Feldstraße for a suspended night-time chapter. The dark, late-night sanctuary is fueled by a stellar night lineup, featuring an explosive live performance from minimal techno pioneers Extrawelt, paired with compelling sets from Tommahawk, Mikah, Vivi & Justice, Moå, Olea, and Randali. Exceptional production values define the dual-venue showcase, merging custom-tailored visual concepts, cutting-edge stage architectures, and crystalline sound design that effortlessly elevates the event into a multi-sensory pilgrimage. Cultivating an inclusive, community-driven space restricted strictly to mature dance enthusiasts, Modus Festival serves as an unmissable tribute to modern electronic music progress, where passionate souls unite under the shared love of house and techno culture.

Headliners

Full Lineup

Âme live, Extrawelt live, JUSTICE (DE), MikAH, Miyagi, Moå, Monika Kruse, Natascha Polké live, OLEA, Randali, Stephan Bodzin live, Tommahawk, VIVI (DE)

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The open-air celebration takes place at the iconic 45Hertz festival grounds, situated at Lagerstraße 18 right by the S/U Sternschanze station.
The immersive electronic music gathering is held on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with the daytime open-air portion running from 14:00 to 22:00.
The daytime lineup features spectacular performances including hardware-driven live sets from Stephan Bodzin, Âme, and Natascha Polké, alongside Monika Kruse and Miyagi.
The late-night energy moves to Uebel & Gefährlich on Feldstraße 66 from 23:00 to 08:00, featuring a live set by Extrawelt along with Tommahawk, Mikah, Vivi & Justice, Moå, Olea, and Randali.
All attendees must be at least 18 years old to enter, admission is subject to final approval at the gates, and the night venue enforces a strict no-photo policy.

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