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MS Artville is a unique and influential nightclub and cultural venue located in Hamburg, Germany, most notably associated with the vibrant creative district of Wilhelmsburg. Established as an extension and evolution of the once-legendary "MS Dockville" festival, MS Artville emerged in the early 2010s as an innovative fusion of art, music, and nightlife. Unlike a traditional nightclub, MS Artville operates as a temporary pop-up location each summer, transforming old industrial areas along the harbor into an open-air playground for both visual and performing artists.

Its temporal, ever-changing structure is built from repurposed materials, containers, and open stages, embodying a spirit of urban regeneration and grassroots cultural development. The venue gained a reputation for embracing cutting-edge contemporary art installations, live murals, and immersive experiences, acting as an incubator for both the local art scene and forward-thinking music culture. Over the years, MS Artville has grown from an offshoot of Dockville into its own celebrated brand, regarded as a pioneer in reimagining public spaces for creative purposes.

The venue’s structure and layout reinvent themselves annually, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and an adaptive, experimental philosophy. This has translated into a vibrant, youthful reputation that appeals not only to art lovers but also to club-goers seeking innovative electronic and independent music landscapes. Through its accessible, community-driven ethos, MS Artville has become a significant cultural landmark in Hamburg, drawing visitors from across Germany and Europe.

Notable artists who have performed at MS Artville include internationally acclaimed acts like The Knife, Bonobo, Nicolas Jaar, and Caribou, as well as influential electronic producers such as Helena Hauff and DJ Koze, who both have strong ties to Hamburg's music scene. Local heroes and German talent such as Dena, Frittenbude, and Beginner have also taken the stage, alongside a roster of genre-bending performers like Roosevelt, Noga Erez, and Apparat. The venue’s focus on artistic diversity has welcomed performances from experimental collectives, underground DJs, and live visual artists, ensuring that each edition of MS Artville brings together a fresh and eclectic mix of renowned names and rising stars.