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15.11.2023 - 14.01.2024
Christmas at the zoo
Europe's largest zoo is bathed in Christmas lights with "Christmas at the zoo". The historic Friedrichsfelde Palace is at the center of the illuminated Christmas tour.
Tierpark, Entrance Bärenschaufenster, 10319 Berlin
November 17, 2023 - January 14, 2024
Christmas Garden Berlin
At "Christmas Garden", the Botanical Garden in Berlin is transformed into a glowing fairytale landscape with all kinds of light shows, dream forests and 3D illuminated figures.
Königin-Luise-Str. 6, 14195 Berlin
09.11.2023 - 10.03.2024
PALAZZO - The dinner show at the Spiegelpalast
Berlin's Spiegelpalast is hosting another world premiere in the 23/24 season!
"Ghosts & Ducks" is the title of the brand new PALAZZO show, which is seeing the light of day for the first time in the capital. Welcome to the PALAZZO haunted mansion, where you can feel more alive than in almost any other place! Welcome to a world in which past and present are increasingly blurring into one another and in which even the long departed celebrate as if tomorrow were their last day.
The courses of our 4-course gourmet menu alternate throughout the evening with the performances of the sensational show! An evening full of enjoyment unfolds.
Hertzallee 41, 10787 Berlin
19.01.2024 - 28.01.2024
International Green Week Berlin
The International Green Week Berlin is one of the most traditional trade fairs in Berlin and one of the best-known events in Germany.
Site structure of the Green Week
The agricultural exhibition areas and the flower hall with horticulture are located in the southern part of the exhibition grounds under the radio tower. The Germany tour runs through the western section of the halls around the Summer Garden, while the international food industry is mainly concentrated in the eastern section of the exhibition grounds.
Highlight: Flower Hall
Every year, the Flower Hall at the Green Week is an absolute "must" for every visitor. In addition to colorful garden arrangements, it offers a gardening stage program, garden shows and interesting facts about urban gardening. Exhibitors in the flower hall include allotment garden associations, the Central Horticultural Association, Berlin Zoological Garden and Grün Berlin GmbH. Thousands of early bloomers will be on display in the flower hall under a central theme.
Over 80 years of Green Week history
The International Green Week Berlin can now look back on over 80 years of eventful history. From a simple local trade fair, it has become the most important international trade fair for the food industry, agriculture and horticulture. Since 1926, over 72,000 exhibitors from 116 countries have presented a comprehensive range of products from all continents to over 29 million trade and private visitors.
No partner country has yet been named for 2024.
26.01.2024 - 04.02.2024
CTM Festival for Adventurous Music and Art
Every year, the CTM aims to put the spotlight on artists from regions beyond the usual hotspots of electronic and experimental music. The theme of the 2024 festival is "Sustain". Using music and sound, the participants will explore the opposing poles between determination and fear, between permanence and loss, between survival and pain.
various locations in Berlin
26.01.2024 - 27.01.2024
Berlin Six-Day Race
At the 111th Six-Day Race in the Velodrom, all cycling enthusiasts can once again look forward to seeing cyclists in the Six-Day competitions as well as in the sprint and standing tournaments and watching exciting races. from 15€ per day.
Paul-Heyse-Str. 26, 10407 Berlin
09.11.2023 - 10.03.2024
PALAZZO - The dinner show at the Spiegelpalast
Berlin's Spiegelpalast is hosting another world premiere in the 23/24 season!
"Ghosts & Ducks" is the title of the brand new PALAZZO show, which is seeing the light of day for the first time in the capital. Welcome to the PALAZZO haunted mansion, where you can feel more alive than in almost any other place! Welcome to a world in which past and present are increasingly blurring into one another and in which even the long departed celebrate as if tomorrow were their last day.
The courses of our 4-course gourmet menu alternate throughout the evening with the performances of the sensational show! An evening full of enjoyment unfolds.
Hertzallee 41, 10787 Berlin
26.01.2024 - 04.02.2024
CTM Festival for Adventurous Music and Art
Every year, the CTM aims to put the spotlight on artists from regions beyond the usual hotspots of electronic and experimental music. The theme of the 2024 festival is "Sustain". Using music and sound, the participants will explore the opposing poles between determination and fear, between permanence and loss, between survival and pain.
Various locations in Berlin
04.02.2024 - 07.02.2024
Berlin Fashion Week 2024
The international fashion scene gathers in Berlin twice a year for Berlin Fashion Week.
The latest trends and innovations from designers and labels are presented at fashion fairs, fashion shows and numerous events.
Berliner Salon, Neo.Fashion, Premium and Seek
The Berliner Salon takes place in the Kronprinzenpalais. The collective exhibition presents 44 talents from design and fashion. The Newest showcase platform will present fashion shows by selected Berlin Contemporary winners for the second time at the same location in July. This time, the Neo.Fashion format will take place at the Alte Münze. Here, graduates from German and Ukrainian universities will have the opportunity to present their collections and themselves to the industry and draw attention to themselves. This year, the Premium and Seek trade fairs will take place over two days at Station Berlin.
Station Berlin, Kronprinzenpalais, Verti Music Hall, Alte Münze and more
15.02.2024 - 25.02.2024
Berlinale 2024 - 74th Berlin International Film Festival
The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale for short) is one of the A-category film festivals. It is one of the most important events in the film industry worldwide.
Up to 400 films are shown in various categories and genres. Around 300,000 tickets are sold to the public every year.
Program items of the 74th Berlin International Film Festival
In 2024, the festival will once again host a number of sub-categories, each of which is a small festival in its own right. These include international cinema in the Competition, independent and arthouse in the Panorama, special cinema for a young audience in the Generation section, new discoveries from the German film landscape in the Perspektive Deutsches Kino, a sharper look at "distant" film countries and experimental forms in the Forum and the diverse exploration of cinematic possibilities in the Berlinale Shorts.
15.02.2024 - 21.02.2024
Berlin Independent Film Festival
Once again this year, the Independent Film Festival at Kino Babylon presents film premieres of independent cinema.
The Berlin Independent Film Festival is a platform for low-budget films in Europe. In addition to a broad spectrum of indie films, the Berlin Independent Film Festival is developing into an important business hub for independent filmmakers.
23.02.2024
ISTAF INDOOR 2024
Spectators at the ISTAF Indoor can once again look forward to the top athletes in the 60m sprint, hurdles, long jump, pole vault and discus throw. The whole event will be rounded off by an impressive show program.
ISTAF INDOOR is the world's largest indoor athletics meeting and provides a unique experience with pyro and light shows.
The world-class event attracts new fans every year who are enthusiastic about Berlin's biggest indoor athletics festival. A sporting experience that is rounded off with an impressive show program.
Mercedes-Benz Arena, Mercedes-Platz 1, 10243 Berlin
09.11.2023 - 10.03.2024
PALAZZO - The dinner show at the Spiegelpalast
Berlin's Spiegelpalast is hosting another world premiere in the 23/24 season!
"Ghosts & Ducks" is the title of the brand new PALAZZO show, which is seeing the light of day for the first time in the capital. Welcome to the PALAZZO haunted mansion, where you can feel more alive than in almost any other place! Welcome to a world in which past and present are increasingly blurring into one another and in which even the long departed celebrate as if tomorrow were their last day.
The courses of our 4-course gourmet menu alternate throughout the evening with the performances of the sensational show! An evening full of enjoyment unfolds.
Hertzallee 41, 10787 Berlin
05.03.2024 - 07.03.2024
ITB Berlin - International Tourism Fair
ITB Berlin showcases the entire diversity of travel: countries, destinations, tour operators, booking systems, transport providers, hotels and everyone else who wants to make the best weeks of the year even more enjoyable for their customers.
For trade visitors, ITB Berlin is the B2B platform par excellence - an excellent opportunity to meet industry partners and do business. The tourism trade fair covers numerous topics related to travel, with business travel, cultural tourism, medical tourism and responsible tourism just a few of the relevant themes at the trade fair.
Partner country and supporting program
Every year, one country is highlighted as the partner country of ITB. In 2022 and 2023, Georgia was the ITB partner country. During the three-day trade fair, there will be a comprehensive supporting program with exciting presentations, interviews and panel discussions. Trade visitors can find out about trends in the industry and find inspiration.
The guest country at ITB 2024 is OMAN.
Berlin ExpoCenter City (Berlin Exhibition Grounds), Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin
15.03.2024 - 24.03.2024
MaerzMusik, the festival for contemporary music, combines the diverse currents within contemporary music to create a panorama rich in contrasts with renowned artists from all over the world.
Concerts, performances and sound installations
In concerts, performances and sound installations, MaerzMusik presents a diverse selection of works, especially by younger musical artists from all over the world. Workshops, exhibitions, film screenings and discussion series round off the program.
Haus der Berliner Festspiele, Silent green, Daad-Galierie, Savvy Contemporay etc.
18.03.2024 - 01.04.2024
Festive days at the Berlin State Opera 2024
Easter time is opera time: this is particularly true for the Staatsoper Unter den Linden, because Easter time here also means festival time.
Since 1996, when Daniel Barenboim brought it to life, the Festtage has been offering outstandingMusical theater and first-class concerts with international stars, for an international audience. In addition to premieres, new productions of classics are also presented.
Focus on Wagner's "Ring" tetralogy
The 2024 festival will once again be dedicated to Wagner. The program includes the revival of the "Ring" cycle - conducted for the first time by Philippe Jordan. In addition, the children's opera orchestra will once again present its traditional concert - this year with a world premiere.
Philharmonie Berlin and Staatsoper Unter den Linden
30.03.2024 - 13.05.2024
Spring festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm
Almost 80 rides will be set up on the central fairground for the Spring Festival. The rides range from Aviator, Break Dance and Melodie-Star to a car scooter. Of course, the ghost train and mirror maze are also a must.
A special highlight is the Ferris wheel based on the London model, which offers a very special view of the colorful hustle and bustle on the ground. The Pirate Island family water ride, the Orient Journey and Dumbo's fantastic flight promise family-friendly fun.
Opening hours:
Wednesday to Thursday from 2 pm to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 11 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 10 pm, Easter Sunday from 1 pm to 11 pm, Easter Monday from 1 pm to 10 pm
Over 50 carnies set up at the 51st Berlin Spring Festival at Kurt-Schumacher for a successful fun fair.
30.03.2024 - 13.05.2024
Spring festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm
Almost 80 rides will be set up on the central fairground for the Spring Festival. The rides range from Aviator, Break Dance and Melodie-Star to a car scooter. Of course, the ghost train and mirror maze are also a must.
A special highlight is the Ferris wheel based on the London model, which offers a very special view of the colorful hustle and bustle on the ground. The Pirate Island family water ride, the Orient Journey and Dumbo's fantastic flight promise family-friendly fun.
Opening hours:
Wednesday to Thursday from 2 pm to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 11 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 10 pm, Easter Sunday from 1 pm to 11 pm, Easter Monday from 1 pm to 10 pm
Over 50 carnies set up at the 51st Berlin Spring Festival at Kurt-Schumacher
Over 50 showmen set up their attractions at the 51st Berlin Spring Festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm for a successful fun fair.
18.03.2024 - 01.04.2024
Festive season at the Staatsoper Berlin 2024
Easter time is opera time: this is particularly true for the Staatsoper Unter den Linden, because Easter time here also means festival time.
Since 1996, when Daniel Barenboim founded the festival, it has offered outstanding musical theater and first-class concerts with international stars for an international audience. In addition to premieres, newly staged classics are also presented.
Focus on Wagner's "Ring" tetralogy
The 2024 festival will once again be dedicated to Wagner. The program includes the revival of the "Ring" cycle - conducted for the first time by Philippe Jordan. In addition, the children's opera orchestra will once again present its traditional concert - this year with a world premiere.
Philharmonie Berlin and Staatsoper Unter den Linden
07.04.2024
Generali Berlin Half Marathon
The Berlin Half Marathon is the season opener for runners, inline skaters, wheelchair users and handbikers.
The Berlin Half Marathon is not only the largest German race of its kind, but also the most prestigious. It is now part of the established repertoire of running events in Berlin and attracts international runners. The special thing about the half marathon and the big Berlin Marathon in September is the mix: professional athletes run with amateur athletes and the enthusiastic spectators make the running competitions even more exciting with their entertainment program.
The Berlin Half Marathon is the season opener for runners, inline skaters, wheelchair users and handbikers.
26.04.2024 - 28.04.2024
Gallery Weekend Berlin 2024
Gallery Weekend Berlin is one of the leading events for contemporary art in Germany and invites you on a tour of Berlin's creative scene.
With around 50 participating galleries and around 80 international and national artists, Gallery Weekend has been a great success year after year and has developed into a top-selling event on the art market.
Various venues
Opening hours: Friday from 6 pm to 9 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm
01.05.2024
DGB rally on May 1
The DGB's traditional May Day rally on Labor Day is expected to take place again in 2024. It is not yet known where the rally is planned for this year.
In 2023, the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) organized a rally in front of the Rotes Rathaus under the motto "Unbroken solidarity". The venue and motto for 2024 have not yet been announced. The Labor Day program is expected to once again include cultural acts, live talks and hands-on activities. Details of the program will follow closer to the event
Brandenburg Gate
30.03.2024 - 13.05.2024
Spring festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm
Almost 80 rides will be set up on the central fairground for the Spring Festival. The rides range from Aviator, Break Dance and Melodie-Star to a car scooter. Of course, the ghost train and mirror maze are also a must.
A special highlight is the Ferris wheel based on the London model, which offers a very special view of the colorful hustle and bustle on the ground. The Pirate Island family water ride, the Orient Journey and Dumbo's fantastic flight promise family-friendly fun.
Opening hours:
Wednesday to Thursday from 2 pm to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 11 pm, Sunday from 1 pm to 10 pm, Easter Sunday from 1 pm to 11 pm, Easter Monday from 1 pm to 10 pm
Over 50 carnies set up at the 51st Berlin Spring Festival at Kurt-Schumacher
Over 50 showmen set up their attractions at the 51st Berlin Spring Festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm for a successful fun fair.
04.05.2024 -05.05.2024
Classic Days in Berlin
With the presentation of around 2000 historic vehicles, the Classic Days Berlin offer the opportunity to see some of the classics of automotive history.
As part of this event, companies can provide information about their technical cultural assets, present historic models and highlight future investments. This year, the main focus is on the sustainability of the products.
Classics of automotive history
Visitors to the Classic Days can expect a classic car night show with the presentation of classic cars from automotive history and exclusive fashion creations as well as a stage show with musical performances and fashion creations from the past and present. Presenters will also report on the events of the day and comment on the classic cars on display.
Kurfürstendamm from Olivaer Platz to Joachimsthaler Straße
03.05.2024 - 19.05.2024
61st Theatertreffen
The Berliner Festspiele's Theatertreffen is the most important German theater festival and gathers theater professionals, journalists and guests from all over the world in Berlin in May.
In 2024, the festival will present all forms of theater, from dance to puppetry, music theater and theatrical installations for the 61st time. There will be a Theatertreffen camp and evening events as well as guest performances and readings from the Stückemarkt. Among other things, the ten plays nominated by the jury will be shown.
Productions, discussions, award ceremonies:
At the heart of the Theatertreffen each year are the ten most remarkable productions, which are selected annually by an independent jury of critics from around 400 performances of the season.
Supporting program:
A rich supporting program complements the showcase of German-language theater: discussions with renowned guests from culture, politics and business establish links between theater and current socio-political issues and award ceremonies, audience discussions, premiere parties and concerts attract theater fans to the Haus der Berliner Festspiele.
Berliner Festspiele: Haus der Berliner Festspiele, Schaperstraße 24, 10719 Berlin
04.05.2024
Women's run Berlin 2024
The Berlin Women's Run will take place in Tiergarten for the 39th time in 2024, sponsored by KoRo.
In addition to the classic distance of 10 kilometers through the Tiergarten, there is also the 10-kilometer walking or Nordic walking, the 5-kilometer fun run with or without timekeeping and the 5-kilometer walking or Nordic walking. There is also a Bambini run. Participants can therefore choose their distance depending on their fitness and training level and treat the run as fun or a competition. A typical feature of the run is the great atmosphere on and along the route.
Women's run through the Tiergarten
The route leads from the Straße des 17. Juni to the Siegessäule, along the Hofjägerallee, through the Tiergarten, past the Brandenburg Gate and back to the Straße des 17. Juni. Depending on the distance, one or two laps are run.
Start and finish: Straße des 17. Juni
05.05.2024
S 25 Berlin 2024
Once to the Olympic Stadium and back: more than 10,000 runners take part in Germany's oldest city run every year.
Still under the name "25 km de Berlin", the city run took place for the first time on May 3, 1981. It was founded by the French Major Bride. In 2008, "Berlin läuft!" took over the event as the new organizer. While participants initially only ran a 25-kilometre course through Berlin, the program has since been expanded to include a children's run, a 10-kilometre course, a 5x5 km relay and a half marathon.
The 5-kilometer run (individual and team classification) is still brand new.
Course of the "S 25 Berlin" 2024:
The starting point for the "S 25 Berlin" is Olympiaplatz in front of the Olympic Stadium. Depending on the route, it continues along Kaiserdamm, past the Victory Column and the Brandenburg Gate, via Friedrichstraße, Gendarmenmarkt, Potsdamer Platz, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Kurfürstendamm, Kantstraße and Reichsstraße. The finish line is the blue track in the Olympic Stadium. The award ceremony and medal ceremony will take place afterwards.
Start Olympiaplatz in front of the Olympic Stadium, finish Olympic Stadium
14.05.2024 - 16.05.2024
Berliner Wasserbetriebe 5 x 5 km TEAM relay - your relay race in Berlin
It's not just the relay race that will bring sports enthusiasts together in 2024. This year, the whole of Berlin will be dedicated to sport - including the 2024 European Football Championship Fan Mile. To ensure that all events have enough time and space for preparation and implementation, we have scheduled the Berliner Wasserbetriebe 5 x 5 km TEAM Relay in one of the most beautiful months of the year, on 14-16 May to be precise.
We were also able to take your wishes into account and have now reserved the days Tuesday to Thursday for the relay experience organized by SCC EVENTS.
Germany's biggest relay race
Start: Berlin Tiergarten, Schillstraße 9, 10785 Berlin
17.05.2024 - 20.05.2024
Carnival of Cultures 2024
Berlin could hardly show a more colorful side: Numerous groups from a wide range of nationalities present music, dance, performance, visual arts and acrobatics on moving floats at the Carnival of Cultures.
Over the four days of the festival, Berliners and tourists experience the capital from its best side: cosmopolitan and international, dynamic and full of life, diverse and colorful. Over 500,000 people have been celebrating the city's colorful mix every Whitsun since 1995.
Carnival of Cultures with over 5000 participants
Over 5000 participants from almost every corner of the world usually take part. From Brazilian samba to Chinese lion dances, from West African drums to Bernese carnival brass bands, the carnival groups impressively demonstrate that Berlin's treasure is its diversity and internationality. In addition to the four-day street festival, the parade is the highlight of the carnival.
Streets in Berlin - Kreuzberg
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
25.05.2024
DFB Cup final
Soccer fans from all over Germany hope that their team will play in Berlin in May. The DFB Cup final attracts thousands to the capital every year.
Olympiastadion - Maifeld, Olympischer Platz 3, 14053 Berlin
15.06.2024 - 14.07.2024
EURO 2024 - European Football Championship 2024 in Berlin
United by Football. United in the heart of Europe
The sports metropolis of Berlin and the Olympic Stadium will host five matches and the final of the UEFA EURO 2024. When Berliners and guests from all over the world celebrate a huge soccer festival from June 14 to July 14, 2024, the match days on which Berlin is the host city for the best European soccer clubs are guaranteed highlights.
Olympiastadion Berlin, Berlin-Westend
15.06.2024
21.06.2024
25.06.2024
29.06.2024
06.07.2024
14.07.2024 Final!
22.06.2024
Long Night of the Sciences 2024
On the smartest night of the year, numerous institutions open their doors and offer hands-on science.
Numerous scientific institutions from Berlin and Potsdam will be inviting visitors to laboratories, archives, libraries and lecture halls that are otherwise not open to the public from 5 p.m. to midnight. The 21st Long Night of Science offers exciting experiments, current research results and stimulating discussions.
Dialogue between science and citizens
These personal encounters, coupled with the insight into places that are often "hidden" from the public and the night-time event character, make this event particularly attractive. Around 27,000 visitors took advantage of this opportunity last year. But it is not only the guests who can learn a lot on a Science Night. The direct dialog also has an inspiring effect on the scientists. That's why there are more and more discussion formats and opportunities to participate in the extensive Long Night program. Over 2,000 individual events are on offer, including more than 300 specially designed for children and young people.
Various museums and scientific institutions in Berlin and Potsdam
15.06.2024 - 23.06.2024
bett1 open 2024
Game, set and match! bett1 open - delivered again in 2024: World-class tennis + world-class line-up in Berlin.
Tennis fans are looking forward to world-class women's tennis in 2024, which will continue the glorious Berlin tournament of the 80s and 90s with nine-time winner Steffi Graf.
The absolute world class of the top 10 female players brings tennis from Berlin back to the center of global coverage.
The Grass Court Championships Berlin will be held at the LTTC Rot-Weiß from June 15 to 23, 2024.
Steffi-Graf-Stadium, Gottfried-von-Cramm-Weg, 14193 Berlin
21.06.2024 from 4 pm
Fête de la Musique 2024
On the day of the beginning of summer, June 21, 2024, Berlin celebrates the Fête de la Musique. On stages and in many streets throughout the city, musicians will take part in the celebration free of charge and perform their music.
Bonjour au Soleil! A greeting to the sun! At the beginning of summer, Berlin once again presents itself with lots of music at the Fête de la Musique, the festival of music. This French invention has been celebrated in Berlin every year since 1995. Amateurs and professionals of all musical styles are invited to present their skills to the public free of charge.
Fête de la Musique throughout Berlin
Thanks to the special permit for street music, acoustic music can be played on public streets, squares and parks throughout Berlin from 4 to 10 p.m. on the day in June, provided this does not disturb facilities worthy of protection such as hospitals, schools or memorials.
ête de la Nuit: music and dancing on the night stages
Fête de la Musique doesn't have to end at 10 pm. Almost 30 venues offer music into the night: many clubs, cafés, bars and pubs that start in the afternoon continue the program indoors after 10 pm, including Yaam, Cassiopeia and Gretchen. There are also night-only stages such as the Junction Bar, the Tresor Club, Ritter Butzke, Blackland, Mein Haus am See, Musik & Frieden, Burg Schnabel, Wabe and the Old CCCP Bar.
Various venues in Berlin
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
15.06.2024 - 14.07.2024
EURO 2024 - European Football Championship 2024 in Berlin
United by Football. United in the heart of Europe
With the Olympic Stadium, the sports metropolis of Berlin will host five matches and the final of the UEFA EURO 2024 final. When Berliners celebrate a huge football festival together with guests from all over the world from 14 June to 14 July 2024, the match days on which Berlin is the host city for the best European football clubs are guaranteed to be a big deal.
Olympiastadion Berlin, Berlin-Westend
15.06.2024
21.06.2024
25.06.2024
29.06.2024
06.07.2024
14.07.2024 Finale!
13.07.2024
State Opera for all 2024
Opera-air concert by the Staatskapelle Berlin under the direction of Christian Thielemann on Bebelplatz. "Staatsoper für alle" offers a wide audience the highest artistic level and immediately became a much-noticed highlight of Berlin's cultural life with supra-regional appeal.
A highlight in Berlin's cultural calendar
The open-air series "Staatsoper für alle" has been taking place in the heart of Berlin since 2007 and is now one of the most atmospheric and successful events in the city's cultural calendar. The street Unter den Linden will be completely closed at Bebelplatz for the concert
State Opera Unter den Linden: Bebelplatz, Unter den Linden, 10117 Berlin
10.07.2024 to 15.07.2024
Berlin Fashion Week 2024
The international fashion scene gathers in Berlin twice a year for Berlin Fashion Week.
The latest trends and innovations from designers and labels are presented at fashion fairs, fashion shows and numerous events.
Station Berlin, Kronprinzenpalais, Verti Music Hall, Alte Münze and more
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
19.07.2024 - 20.07.2024
Botanical Night 2024
The Botanic Garden Berlin-Dahlem opens its doors once a year in summer for a special experience: Botanical NightOn Botanical Night, the botanical paths are illuminated. In 2024, the gardens will once again be divided into eight natural worlds during Botanical Night: The areas of the enchanted land of Botania.
Highlights of the Botanical Night
Of course, the light installations are the focus of the Botanical Night. Visitors can also look forward to highlights in the theme worlds such as performances by The Wildfires, Kuersche, Marie Chain, The Dark Tenor, Ego D and Galyna Classe, the magical performances of the butterfly fairy Chrysalis, the magical and colorful fantasy world of the peacock creatures or the Silent Disco in the Palace of Mirrors.
Botanical Garden
20.07.2024 - 21.07.2024
The lesbian and gay city festival 2024
The Regenbogenfonds e.V. is organizing Europe's largest lesbian and gay city festival for the 30th time. More than 350,000 visitors are expected on an area of 20,000 square meters.
On both days of the festival, the area around Nollendorfplatz will be a party mile until late into the night. There will be a varied program on six main stages, with various German and international bands from all genres performing.
The motto of the Lesbian and Gay City Festival 2024 is once again "Equal rights for unequal people - worldwide!". This was the theme of the six city festival worlds, which included Film World, Radio World, Sports World, Political World, Positive World and Wellness and Health World. Various organizations, associations and artists provided a colourful programme.
Around the Nollendorfplatz, Nollendorfplatz, 10777 Berlin
27.07.2024
46th CSD Berlin Christopher Street Day 2024
Every year, the LGBTQIA community and all supporters throughout Berlin celebrate tolerance and diversity. The highlight of the big street festival against discrimination, hate speech and violence is the Pride Parade through the Berlin districts of Tiergarten and Schöneberg and the Pride Festival Finale.
From the Brandenburg Gate through various districts
3.08.2024 - 04.08.2024
GENERALI VeloCity Berlin 2024
The Berlin bike race on Berlin's magnificent boulevards will enter its third round in 2024. Past the
past the capital's landmarks, thousands of spectators and music bands, all the way to the Brandenburg Gate. As usual, participants can choose between distances of 60 and 100 kilometers. For the first time in 2024, pedelecs (electric bicycles with pedal assistance up to 25 km/h) will also be permitted on the 60 km route at GENERALI VeloCity.
Of course, there will once again be the "Berlin's fastest kilometer" competition, in which all cyclists aged 16 and over can prove themselves in a 1,000-meter sprint.
Start: Straße des 17. Jun
17.08.2024 - 18.08.2024
100 miles Berlin: Berlin Wall Trail Run 2024
The Berlin Wall Trail Run: 100 miles in the footsteps of German history
Since 2011, the Wall Trail Run has commemorated the victims of the former border that divided Germany between 1961 and 1989. The run takes place along the former border strip, which is just over 161 kilometers around western Berlin. The patron of the 100MeilenBerlin is former GDR civil rights activist Rainer Eppelmann.
In 2024, the Wall Trail Run will take place on August 17 and 18. This time, the direction of the run will be counter-clockwise.
The start and finish will be at the Erika Hess Stadium, Berlin Mitte
24.08.2024
Long Night of the Museums Berlin
More than 70 museums open their doors between 6 pm and 2 am. Whether it's the large museums on Museum Island, the palace or the planetarium, they all offer an imaginative program ranging from special guided tours or quiz games to dance and acrobatics.
Museums and exhibition venues throughout Berlin
24.08.2024 - 17.09.2024
Berlin Music Festival 2024
On August 24, Berlin's concert life will kick off the new season with the Musikfest Berlin. Together with the Berliner Philharmoniker, the Berliner Festspiele invite you to a wide range of concerts by major orchestras and ensembles in the field of classical and modern music.
Berlin Philharmonie and other venues
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
24.08.2024 - 17.09.2024
Berlin Music Festival 2024
On August 24, Berlin's concert life will kick off the new season with the Musikfest Berlin. Together with the Berliner Philharmoniker, the Berliner Festspiele invite you to a wide range of concerts by major orchestras and ensembles in the field of classical and modern music.
Berliner Philharmonie and other venues
01.09.2024
ISTAF 2024
Every year, more than 30,000 fans celebrate athletics in Berlin's Olympic Stadium and experience world-class sport up close. Javelin throw, shot put, record sprints and many other top sporting performances guarantee excitement and a wonderful atmosphere.
Olympic Stadium Berlin, Olympischer Platz 3, 14053 Berlin
06.09.2024 -10.09.2024
IFA 2024
The IFA International Consumer Electronics Fair will open its doors again in September 2024.
With over 2,000 exhibitors, the world's largest trade fair for consumer electronics and home appliances not only offers many services for trade visitors, but also organizes numerous programs and events for the electronics end consumer. Almost all major electronics companies will be present for six days. In addition to camera manufacturers, suppliers from the strong growth segments of TV, notebooks, navigation devices and new Internet offerings are expected.
Berlin Exhibition Grounds, Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin
11.09.2024 - 15.09.2024
Berlin Art Week
As part of Berlin Art Week, hundreds of galleries will present new artistic positions in September. A highlight for contemporary art in Berlin.
Whether innovative individual positions or thematically curated group shows, at Berlin Art Week, art and culture producers show with a great deal of creativity and commitment that Berlin rightly has a reputation as an internationally attractive and innovative art metropolis. Once again this year, an expert jury will select further temporary partners, including project spaces, off-spaces and artists' initiatives, who will present a strong program for Berlin Art Week and thus reflect the city's vibrant national and international art production.
various venues
20.09.2024 - 22.09.2024
Laver Cup 2024
After stops in Prague, Chicago, Geneva, Boston, London and Vancouver, the spectacular tennis tournament will take place in Berlin for the first time: The best men's tennis players from Europe will compete in the team competition against six players from other continents. The team leaders are tennis legends Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe.
Mercedes Benz Arena, Mercedes-Platz 1, 10243 Berlin
24.09.2023
50th BMW Berlin Marathon - the anniversary marathon 2024
One of the biggest running events in the world, the Berlin Marathon attracts more than 40,000 participants from around 120 nations to the German capital every fall. And, of course, just as many spectators. The route leads past Berlin's most important sights.
Streets in the city center, starting point and finish: Straße des 17. Juni
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
03.10.2024
55th anniversary of the Berlin TV Tower
The Berlin TV Tower, one of Berlin's most important landmarks, is celebrating its 55th birthday! Celebrate with us and find out about the events planned throughout the year at visitBerlin.de.
Berlin TV Tower
Date not yet known
Festival of Lights
The Festival of Lights will enchant Berlin again in 2024. Numerous buildings and squares in the capital are colorfully illuminated every autumn.
Many landmarks, historical sites, streets, squares, trendy districts and interesting places from Berlin's recent history will be illuminated. The Festival of Lights will take place for the 20th time in 2024 and is traditionally held under the patronage of the Governing Mayor of Berlin.
various landmarks of the city
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
09.11.2024
35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall: the big anniversary
Numerous events are planned throughout Berlin in the fall of 2024 around the central ceremony on November 9: Exhibitions, open-air events, guided tours and hands-on activities. The Humboldt Forum will focus on the former Palace of the Republic.
at various locations in the city
From 25.11.2024
Berlin Christmas markets
There is a lot to discover in Berlin at the most beautiful time of the year. Go on a Christmas discovery tour and visit the city's most beautiful Christmas markets - from alternative to traditional, there's something for everyone!
throughout the city
Date still open
Christmas Garden Berlin
At "Christmas Garden", the Botanical Garden in Berlin is transformed into a glowing fairytale landscape with all kinds of light shows, dream forests and 3D illuminated figures.
Botanical Garden
Date still open
Christmas at the Tierpark Friedrichsfelde
Europe's largest zoo is bathed in Christmas light with "Christmas at the Tierpark". The historic Friedrichsfelde Palace is at the center of the illuminated Christmas tour.
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
From 25.11.2024
Berlin Christmas markets
There is a lot to discover in Berlin at the most beautiful time of the year. Go on a Christmas discovery tour and visit the city's most beautiful Christmas markets - from alternative to traditional, there's something for everyone!
throughout the city
Date still open
Christmas Garden Berlin
At "Christmas Garden", the Botanical Garden in Berlin is transformed into a glowing fairytale landscape with all kinds of light shows, dream forests and 3D illuminated figures.
Botanical Garden
Date still open
Christmas at the Tierpark Friedrichsfelde
Europe's largest zoo is bathed in Christmas light with "Christmas at the Tierpark". The historic Friedrichsfelde Palace is at the center of the illuminated Christmas tour.
17.05.2024 - 16.02.2025
There and gone. The Palace of the Republic is the present
Special exhibition - The exhibition Hin und weg. The Palace of the Republic is Present will bring the history and present of the palace to life on 1,300 square meters from May 2024. On display are objects from and about the palace, drawings, photographs and posters, audio and video interviews from the "Remembrance work in the Humboldt Forum" project and participatory activities.
The exhibition is dedicated to the various phases of the building: from its planning and construction (1973-1976) to its use as a multi-purpose political and cultural building in the GDR, its significance as the seat of the first freely elected People's Chamber, its interim use and its demolition in the Federal Republic of Germany, which was completed in 2008. Numerous works of art, designs and furnishings from the Palace of the Republic illustrate the various uses of the building, including fragments of the sculpture Gläserne Blume (Glass Flower) and the painting Die Rote Fahne (The Red Flag) by Willi Sitte.
Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz 5, 10178 Berlin
31.12.2024
Silvesterparty am Brandenburger Tor - New Year's Eve party at the Brandenburg Gate
New Year's Eve party at the Brandenburg Gate with famous live acts on a big stage. A great show to start the new year.
Brandenburg Gate
Pick up this flyer at the MPM brochure stand in the hotel lobby or contact reception.