Westhafen

Leipzig, Germany

Westhafen is a festival location in Leipzig that does exactly one thing: it turns the harbor into a place where you can forget you're in a city for a weekend. The whole thing is built around Day & Night Festivals, with a mix of indoor floors and an open air area that comes with a sand beach. If you've ever wanted to dance barefoot on sand while still technically being at an event, this is your spot. The space is split into a few different vibes. The Main Stage is the big open air floor with two bars and room for about 1000 people, set in a pretty natural environment. The Garden is more chill, surrounded by wood and seating, good for when you need a break from the bass. Then there's the Bunker, which is dark, heavy on the bass, and basically mandatory if you're a techno person. The Container is the rawer indoor option, with a rough character that fits electronic music well. Past headliners have included names like DJ Koze, Kobosil, and Ben Klock, so they're not playing around with the l…