
Tomorrow’s ideas won’t come in yesterday’s order.
Creativity feeds on surprise: It kicks in when logic taps out. In a world built on predictable patterns and AI-generated sameness, we embrace the inspiring chaos of creative mess. Because that’s where new aesthetics and concepts are born – the kind that truly shift culture and spark what’s next.
Prepare for two days of creative inspiration, melting international speakers and emerging talents, design and technology, trends and craft. Join us at the fourth edition of Future Playgrounds Design Festival at Design Zentrum Hamburg!
Schedule
Thursday, 18 September
13:30-15:00: Event Check-In
15:00: Start
18:00: Drinks & Get Together
20:30: End
Speakers: Nicolas Gebbe, Espadaysantacruz, Speaker tbd, Panel Talk tbd
Friday, 19 September
12:30-14:00: Event Check-In
14:00: Start
17:40: End
Speakers: Friederike Hantel, Vincenzo Marchese Ragona, Pauric Freeman
Good to know
- Tickets are valid for one day and include a flat rate for all drinks. If you want to attend both days, make sure to purchase two day passes.
- The Design Zentrum event entrance is located waterside at the Elbarkaden. When you arrive at Hongkongstraße 8, just step around the building.
- Please note: During the event, pictures and videos may be taken for PR purposes.
Find out more on the event website.
When?
18.9. – 19.9.2025
Where?
Design Zentrum Hamburg
Hongkongstraße 8, 20457 Hamburg
Costs?
17,85-29,75 EUR + fees
Our event entrance is located on the water side of the building.
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