Hannover: The Maschsee Lake Festival Brings a Touch of Maritime Flair!

Now in its 26th year, this lakeside event—which attracts over 2 million visitors annually—will transform the shores of Hannover’s Maschsee Lake into a vibrant boulevard. During the festival’s 19 days, a festive atmosphere will fill the area around Maschsee Lake, where visitors can sample a wide variety of foods and enjoy free concert highlights. There will also be numerous sporting events on the water, such as the “Crazy Crossing” boat race or the torch swim—and then… what better way to end the day than by spending an evening dancing under the stars? Add to this an exciting program of events for children, cabaret acts, and comedy performances, and you have an event that offers something for everyone.

The star of the show again this year is Lake Maschsee itself: visitors will be able to rediscover the joys of this nearly 0.8-kilometer stretch of water as they take a boat ride, relax by the water sipping cocktails, or simply enjoy a stroll along the promenade.

And now a creative new catering concept is breathing new life into the traditional festival restaurants—visitors can now enjoy their meals in a maritime setting complete with pirates, lighthouses, and beach lounges right on the water’s edge. "Invite your friends, relax, enjoy the atmosphere, and have fun—the Maschsee Lake Festival is the perfect place to do just that," says Hans Christian Nolte, managing director of Hannover Veranstaltungs GmbH (HVG), the company organizing the festival for the first time. Nolte adds: "We hope that this lakeside event will encourage large numbers of enthusiastic guests to come and visit Hannover and discover what we have to offer."

Visitors will be treated to a continuous program of concerts performed on the four large stages surrounding the lake: the Maschsee Lake Festival is looking forward to performances by country legend Gunter Gabriel and Latin singer Loona (July 29), while Sharon Phillips and her band will be delighting audiences at the Temple Bar on August 6. Also worth a special mention are concerts by Pat Appleton, the "Lounge Queen" of De-Phazz (August 3), and Juliano Rossi (August 12). On Sundays, jazz lovers will be in their element as the sounds of jazz and swing music fill the air all around the lake. And don’t forget to look out for our popular Maschsee Festival regulars “Sweety Glitter & The Sweethearts” and “Lotto King Karl & The Barmbek Dream Boys.”

Younger visitors will also have plenty to keep them entertained during the festival, thanks to a varied program of activities organized by our partners Hannover 96, St. John’s Ambulance, and IdeenExpo, led by the children’s entertainment and experiential education company Xiè-Xiè. Kids can enjoy all the activities outdoors in the new “Children’s Meadow.”

For more information or a copy of the event schedule, visit http://www.maschseefest.de.

 Press contact:
Julia Sellner
Hannover Marketing und Tourismus GmbH
Bahnhofstraße 6/7
30159 Hannover, Germany
Phone: +49(0)511-123490-13
presse@hannover-marketing.de