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Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe (MK&G): free entry days, tickets & hours
Independent guide, not the official MK&G website. Official links are under Sources.
MK&G is next free on Thursday, 5 November 2026 (in 12 days).
- Free for everyone on the first Thursday of the month from 18:00.
- Also free: under-18s; a required companion of a severely disabled visitor; refugees and people seeking protection.
- Otherwise: regular ticket — €14.
Calendar
Free days at MK&G
- THU5NOVThursday, 5 November 2026 · in 12 days · 18:00–21:00
- THU3DECThursday, 3 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 18:00–21:00
- THU7JANThursday, 7 January 2027 · in 3 months · 18:00–21:00
- THU4FEBThursday, 4 February 2027 · in 3 months · 18:00–21:00
- THU4MARThursday, 4 March 2027 · in 4 months · 18:00–21:00
- THU1APRThursday, 1 April 2027 · in 5 months · 18:00–21:00
12 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- First Thursday of the month: free from 18:00 to 21:00.
- Other Thursdays after 18:00 cost only €8; any day the last hour costs €5.
- The DRIFT 'Shylight' installation is back from 7 November 2026 after maintenance.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free hoursFree for everyone on the first Thursday of the month from 18:00 · 18:00–21:00 | everyone | Museum open until 21:00 on Thursdays (only until 18:00 if the Thursday is a public holiday). | No |
| Free forFree for under-18s | under-18s | Proof may be requested. | No |
| Free forFree for a required companion of a severely disabled visitor | carers of visitors with disabilities | — | No |
| Free forFree for refugees and people seeking protection | refugees | Asylum seeker / refugee status or temporary protection under §24 AufenthG; bring proof. | No |
| Free areaFreiraum, shop, library and Destille café are free to enter | everyone | — | No |
Official prices
MK&G ticket prices
| Regular ticket — Reduced €8; Thursdays from 18:00 €8 for all; 'Letzte Runde' €5 for all in the last hour (Tue-Wed & Fri-Sun 17-18, Thu 20-21). | €14 |
| Thursday evening ticket from 18:00 (all visitors) | €8 |
| 'Letzte Runde' last-hour ticket (all visitors) | €5 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (regular ticket). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–21:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00, Thursday until 21:00 (until 18:00 if a holiday); closed Mondays. Closed 24, 25 and 31 Dec; 26 Dec and 1 Jan 12:00-18:00. Last entry 30 min before closing.
Steintorplatz, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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FAQ
MK&G: common questions
Is MK&G free?
MK&G is free for everyone on the first Thursday of the month from 18:00. Freiraum, shop, library and Destille café are free to enter. Also free: under-18s; a required companion of a severely disabled visitor; refugees and people seeking protection. Otherwise the official ticket costs €14.
When is MK&G free?
Free for everyone on the first Thursday of the month from 18:00. The next free date is Thursday, 5 November 2026.
Who gets free entry to MK&G?
Under-18s — proof may be requested.. Carers of visitors with disabilities. Refugees — asylum seeker / refugee status or temporary protection under §24 AufenthG; bring proof..
How much is a ticket to MK&G?
Regular ticket costs €14 on the official site.
What day is MK&G closed?
MK&G is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00, Thursday until 21:00 (until 18:00 if a holiday); closed Mondays. Closed 24, 25 and 31 Dec; 26 Dec and 1 Jan 12:00-18:00. Last entry 30 min before closing.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- mkg-hamburg.de/besuch · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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