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Stories from Reffen
Reffen is a vibrant oasis filled with concerts, festivals, sunny moments, and spontaneous surprises. Here, we share snapshots, stories, and the unique energy that makes Reffen what it is.
Reffen Gets a Place in LEGOLAND
Turns out Reffen looks pretty good in LEGO too. Our container-built neighbourhood has just got a miniature twin at LEGOLAND.
From Singalongs to the Dance Floor: An Evening Where Every Note Hit Home
Everything clicked into place, sounded great, and felt just right as Reffen Live lit up the night with a concert bill featuring Barselona, Den Sorte Skole and Kata.Pult.
The Past Comes to Life at Reffen
Reffen is always evolving, but one thing remains the same: we love giving old materials new life. That’s why almost everything you see here is built from things that already have a story.
Bonfires, dancing and sing-alongs – Sankt Hans at Reffen
As tradition dictates, Reffen once again brought people together for a large, atmospheric Sankt Hans celebration, where all the senses were indulged.
Mermaids Take Over Werkstatt
Mermaids Take Over WerkstattTwo captivating mermaids, longingly reaching their arms toward the unknown, hover above the DJ booth at Werkstatt. Behind them is the artist Mathilde Schaarup-Jensen, also known as Hopla.
Reffen for Kids – Play, Food and Loads of Fun
Reffen is a true paradise for kids looking for more than just their favorite foods. Here’s a selection of fun activities that little ones can dive into at Reffen.
A big Whitsun of music hit Reffen
Everything came together at Reffen this Whitsun. From the first Reffen Live concert of the season to a pulsating club night and a warm-blooded peña. Three days, three moods and plenty of music.
Discover Reffen’s new street food kitchens
The summer season is in full swing at Reffen, and we’ve welcomed a lineup of exciting kitchens. Meet our new street food aficionados.
Reffen Skøjteøen
The final pirouette has been made, and Reffen Skøjteøen has said goodbye – and see you again – to a season where the ice sparkled and the atmosphere was fantastic.
Kids’ Halloween at Reffen
Colors, laughter, and spooky fun filled Reffen as Kids’ Halloween transformed the space into a magical world of ghosts, pumpkins, and skeletons.
Gipsy Kings live – Recap
On Saturday, August 15, thousands of people gathered at Reffen for a musical experience that will long be remembered. With their irresistible mix of flamenco, rumba, and Latin rhythms – and iconic hits like Bamboléo and Volare – Gipsy Kings filled the night with joy, and nobody could keep their feet still. The music floated…
Reffen Wild: Flora and fauna take over Reffen
Reffen is in full bloom, having rolled up its sleeves – or rather, grown green fingers – with the launch of Reffen Wild. But what’s the vision behind this budding urban nature project – and where is it heading? Gardener Katja Postma shares her insights.
Sankt Hans at Reffen – Recap
The weather may not have shown its sunny side, but that certainly didn’t stop us from throwing yet another spectacular Sankt Hans celebration at Reffen – bursting with flower power and full-on brass energy.
Cph Street Art Festival 2025
Four sunny days bursting with color, beats, and creative energy hit Reffen as the Copenhagen Street Art Festival took place from May 29 to June 1.
Ung-skab live – Recap
As the sun set and wrapped the evening in a soft, golden glow, UNG-SKAB took the stage at Reffen’s open-air venue and delivered a performance full of energy and presence.
Saveus live – Recap
Music and great vibes came together as Saveus kicked off Reffen’s brand-new outdoor stage with a bang. Thousands of guests poured in to experience the Danish hitmakers live – and they got exactly what they came for. With high energy, heartfelt presence, and massive hits, Saveus had the entire crowd swinging and singing. Throughout the…
Where to eat vegetarian or vegan food at Reffen
Where to eat vegetarian or vegan food at Reffen Most of Reffen’s street food kitchens have vegetarian and vegan dishes on the menu. Below is an overview of some of the green options at Reffen. Our stallholders will also be happy to leave out the meat if you ask them to – and it is…
Thank you for a fantastic season
A vibrant and beautifully brilliant season on Skøjteøen is well and truly over. There were so many great moments and you can see a small selection of them here. The light was magical and the ice on fire at Skøjteøen’s pulsating disco nights. Karaoke on Ice, Aerobics on Ice, Icestock and Lucia Parade were just…
Thank you for an amazing season
We’ve said goodbye and thank you to (another) beautiful season of street food, music and sunny vibes in the harbour. As usual, our events calendar was jam packed and we have put together a small selection of the many great moments of the season at Reffen. Denmark’s uncrowned queen of synthpop, GRETA, and Brazilian bossa…
Copenhagen Street Food 10 year anniversary
On a sunny spring day, Copenhagen Street Food celebrated its 10th anniversary at Reffen. The celebration was in the best Reffen spirit, with lots of festivities where we served up everything we do best: delicious food, great music and a great atmosphere. We had a Mexican long table dinner, the band Trypical Cumbia stopped by…
Nu Genea band live – Recap
Relive a sunny late summer evening at Reffen when the Neapolitan band Nu Genea gave an absolutely magical and unforgettable live concert. Italian groove maestros Nu Genea brought Reffen to a boil with their irresistible and energetic mix of disco, boogie, electronic music, funky, Afrobeat, Italo disco and dub. Their concert was a huge forza…
There’s always something happening at Reffen – whether you’re into the calm, the lively, or the delightfully offbeat. We celebrate creative spirit and entrepreneurial drive and provide a space for passionate souls who give Reffen its unique energy.
Reffen buzzes with life, ideas, and craft. You can meet a tattoo artist turning thoughts into lasting art, watch a glassblower tame fire into form, or get lost among handwoven textiles from Rajasthan.
Bold, flavorful beers are brewed on-site at Reffen Brewery – perfect to enjoy with a soundtrack of great music. We host free live concerts and DJ sets featuring everyone from rising talents to well-known acts.
You can also challenge a friend to a round of pétanque, play a casual game of ping pong, or simply soak up a quiet moment by the water. The experiences here are many – and the pace is entirely up to you.