Hamburg, October 2025: "Happy New Year and Showtime!" - When the last hours before the New Year are rung in and Hamburg's night sky gradually turns into a sea of lights, the Empire Riverside Hotel becomes a spectacular stage in the Hanseatic city. Between the Reeperbahn and the Elbe, guests celebrate the turn of the year here in an enjoyable and exuberant way. On this evening, the hotel will provide an exclusive insight into the kitchen and offer plenty of culinary highlights. Those who want to enjoy an impressive view afterwards can continue the party in the Skyline Bar 20up at a height of 90 meters.
Kitchen beats & more
Party where usually only the professionals work: On New Year's Eve, the kitchen of the waterkant restaurant is transformed into a stage for indulgence and partying. In the style of a kitchen party, guests can experience first-hand how the chefs prepare international specialties right in front of their eyes - a look behind the scenes that you rarely get. Open kitchen areas, flaming pans, fragrant creations and perfectly staged plates - a sensual spectacle for the eyes, nose and palate. Instead of a stiff gala, here you can stroll, taste and celebrate with relish. The sophisticated starters, creative main courses and sweet temptations showcase the variety at the highest level: whether fish, meat or vegetarian. From 10 p.m., the restaurant itself becomes a vibrant party location and the DJs heat up the atmosphere into the New Year.
Admission: 6 p.m
Tickets: € 339 per person
Dress code: Evening wear
Admission: from 18 years
Fireworks over the rooftops of the city
With Kitchen Beats & Skyline Nights, the night goes up high: in the iconic Skyline Bar 20up, guests continue the party 90 meters above the Elbe. The view of the harbor and fireworks is the perfect backdrop for a magical turn of the year. DJ Kai Schwarz provides the soundtrack and a show act adds that little something extra - guaranteeing an unforgettable New Year's Eve.
If you want to enjoy New Year's Eve in complete relaxation, book the events as a package including overnight stay, breakfast, use of the spa and late check-out at the Empire Riverside Hotel.
The hotel's New Year's Eve specials at a glance:
https://www.empire-riverside.de/de/silvester/