From June 20–22, 2025, Frillendorfer Platz in Essen once again transformed into an open-air gallery. The Hafendampf event brought together national and international graffiti artists, showcasing the full spectrum of urban creativity and community spirit.

This year, more than 30 artists painted the walls with their unique styles, colors, and signatures. Among the line-up were: BIRNE, SNOOBY, 2lLATE, RAIT, COCONUT, BONZE, PAYIT, CVA, MTW, HACF, DISTURBANITY, MAGIC, CR, DEMON, MAJO BROTHERS, JAN HERRMANN, EKSIT, SILE, RADIKALINSKI, BOA, BASE23, RAMS, FUNK25, SHAW, JAZZ, FNACK, SEMOR, QUMI, TOP NOTCH, SHAME, RANDOMEXP, MYNT, 0AE & MEAN, TOYMACHINES.

Hafendampf has become an essential date in the urban art calendar — a place where established names and new talents come together, pushing styles forward and celebrating graffiti culture in all its diversity.

Hafendampf 2025 – Graffiti Jam in Essen Germany

All images by Hafendampf