Destination:

Berlin


Key Events

Long Night of Museums
Late Jan, late August

Twice a year (for one night only), over 100 museums and exhibitions stay open to the public until the early hours of the morning. The program includes concerts, workshops, readings and other events.

Six-Day Cycling Race
Late January

More than 70,000 spectators watch this popular indoor race steeped in tradition. Berlin Arena (Tempodrom), Paul Heyse Strasse (near the S-Bahn station Landsberger Allee).

Berlinale - Berlin International Film Festival
Early-Mid February

One of the world's premier film festivals, this event was founded in 1951, and showcases around 400 films in a variety of genres.

Berlin Carnival Costume Parade
Feb-March (varies by year)

More than 1 million spectators attend this colorful parade. Starts at Brandenburg Gate and processes along Strasse des 17.

Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art
Even years, April to July

A major event in international contemporary art, the Berlin Biennale explores artistic developments and visions both within the city and worldwide.

Carnival of Cultures
Mid-May

Nearly 700,000 people attend this multicultural street fair, parade and party involving more than 4,000 dancers, singers and musicians from 70 countries.

All Nations Festival
Mid-June

Approximately 40 foreign embassies open their doors to showcase the cultures, food, music and art of their countries.

Classic Open Air Berlin Gendarmenmarkt
Early July

This annual music festival highlights classical music, featuring American favorites, Mozart and opera.

Berlin International Beer Festival
Early August

Nearly 200 breweries from 75 countries fill revelers' steins with more than 1,500 brands of beer along a stretch of Karl Marx Allee, from Frankfurter to Strasberger Platz.

Popkomm
Early September

Europe's largest trade fair for popular music and entertainment includes around 450 bands from nearly 30 countries, along with more than 800 exhibitors. Various venues.

Berlin Marathon
Late September

More than 30,000 runners, in-line skaters, wheelchair athletes and walkers begin at Brandenburg Gate and continue along the six-lane street on a course past many of the city's sights. An accompanying folk festival entertains visitors and competitors.

Art Forum Berlin
Early October

Nearly 25,000 visitors view around 100 works (including paintings, sculptures, drawings, photographs, installations and videos) at one of Europe's boldest contemporary-art fairs. Evening discussion panels and forums. Exhibition Grounds Messe Berlin.

New Year's Party at Brandenburg Gate
Dec 31

More than 1 million revelers celebrate Silvester, or New Year's Eve, with a huge street festival on Strasse des 17 Juni. Live music, DJs, dance floors, stages and fireworks.