From Howard Carpendale to Maite Kelly: The big Schlager party kicks off today aboard AIDAperla, departing from Hamburg

Rostock, October 31, 2026 Five days of *Schlager* music power at sea, featuring 14 popular acts from the German-language *Schlager* scene | Premiere of the AIDA special | A voyage from Hamburg, via Zeebrugge and Rotterdam, returning to Hamburg.

Turn on the *Schlager* music, leave the daily grind behind: today in Hamburg, it’s "anchors aweigh" for the very first *Schlager@AIDA*. For five days, the *AIDAperla* will become a floating hub for *Schlager* fans, with 14 popular acts from the German-language *Schlager* scene on board. The headliners for this premiere include Howard Carpendale, Maite Kelly, Beatrice Egli, and Stereoact. They will be joined by artists such as Anna-Maria Zimmermann, Ella Endlich, Fantasy, Norman Langen, Olaf der Flipper, Pietro Basile, Ramon Roselly, and Vincent Gross—all set to deliver a wealth of hits, deep emotions, and a vibrant party atmosphere.

Today, the *AIDAperla* departs from Hamburg for five days of pure celebration. As the sea drifts by outside, the onboard program features live concerts and parties in the Beach Club. The voyage combines the atmosphere of a *Schlager* festival at sea with an autumn short-break, visiting some of the most exciting cities in Northwest Europe.

The lineup includes Howard Carpendale, one of the most influential figures in German-language pop music. Maite Kelly brings modern *Schlager*-pop and infectious live energy to the ship, while Beatrice Egli stands as one of the most successful voices in the genre. The DJ and producer duo Stereoact will provide electronic *Schlager* beats. Together with many other well-known artists, they create a program that bridges different generations and facets of the *Schlager* world.

There is plenty to experience beyond the stages, too: from Hamburg, the journey first leads to Zeebrugge, offering the perfect opportunity for excursions to medieval Bruges or the sophisticated city of Brussels. The second stop is Rotterdam, known for its modern architecture and creative scene, before the AIDAperla sets course back to Hamburg. On board, twelve restaurants and a wellness area with an ocean view complement the musical program.

Information regarding "Schlager@AIDA," the line-up, and the program can be found at aida.de/schlager. The timetable, detailing the performance times for the artists, has also been released.

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