What’s on in Berlin? Things to do while in Berlin.
On this page i compiled a list of current and upcoming events you may want to attend while you’re in Berlin. I only list events that I personally find interesting and that are happening basically every year – such as fairs and festivals. For other events such as parties and concerts I would recommend the database of TIP-Berlin.
Please feel free to suggest / submit an event.
Berlin Events by month
Upcoming events
Tattoo Convention Berlin 2026
Arena Berlin
“The oldest tattoo event in the world will take place again from September 6th to 8th at the ARENA area in Berlin, which has been expanded this year! For…“
Berliner Hörspielfestival 2026
Akademie der Künste
“When realities and fictions rub up against each other, tensions arise that can lead to cracks, ruptures and divisions. The motto of the 16th Berlin…“Street Festival at the Bölsche
Artisans, information booths, street food, carnival vendors, food and drink vendors,…“
Musikfest Berlin 2026
Berliner Philharmonie
“Musikfest Berlin sees itself as a forum for the innovative creative work carried out by large-scale orchestras and ensembles in the genre of classical…“
Pyronale Berlin 2026
Fireworks-Festival
Olympiastadion & Olympiapark
“The PYRONALE, the World Championship of Fireworks, is the unofficial world championship of fireworks, in which 6 of the world’s best fireworks…“
Berlin Marathon 2026
Across Berlin
“The Berlin Marathon (German: Berlin-Marathon, pronounced is a marathon event held annually on the streets of Berlin, Germany on the last weekend of…“
Prenzlauerberginale 2026
Filmtheater am Friedrichshain
“The Prenzlauerberginale has been showing feature films, documentaries, reports and music related to Prenzlauer Berg since 2016. Mostly historical, from…“
LOOP – International Dance Film Festival 2026
DOCK 11
“Every year POOL presents a selection of fascinating dance film productions from all over the world, making the event a meeting place for creatives in…“Jugglers’ Festival at the Spandau Citadel
Gauklerfest in der Zitadelle Spandau
Spandau Citadel (Zitadelle Spandau)
“Once again this year, the imposing Spandau Citadel will be transformed into a vibrant medieval world. A colorful market bustling with crafts and trade…“Huge Flea Market for German Unity Day
Trabrennbahn Karlshorst
“On German Unity Day, the Equestrian Park once again transforms into a huge marketplace. Here, the motto is: Keep your eyes open, open your bags, and…“
Familiennacht / Family Night 2026
various locations across Berlin
“At Family Night, families can enjoy a truly special experience once a year and turn night into day! The 16th Family Night will take place on October 10,…“
Berlin Food Week 2026
Various locations / restaurants across Berlin
“The food festival for a new mainstream – we offer a stage to the creators of the food and gastronomy scene. We celebrate enjoyment and put it…“
Campaign Week Berlin Saves Energy
Various locations and venues across Berlin
“Berlin Saves Energy is a campaign as part of the Berlin Energy and Climate Protection Program (BEK 2030) with the support of the Berlin Senate…“
Festival of Lights 2026
various locations across Berlin
“Every year in Fall Berlin becomes the city of light art. The light productions on the world-famous landmarks, monuments, buildings and squares of the…“
Berlin Burlesque Festival 2026
Heimathafen, Wintergarten
“The first BERLIN BURLESQUE FESTIVAL took place in September 2013. It was a huge success from the first day on. Since then we have constantly built up an…“
Month of Contemporary Music 2026
Monat der Zeitgenössischen Musik
various locations across Berlin
“The Month of Contemporary Music (MdzM) is the umbrella festival of the contemporary music scene in Berlin. Over the course of a month, its participants…“Berlin Events by month
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