Best time to visit
25 things to do in Berlin
Winter
During this cold and windy season you can witness some snow or rain as well as some relatively mild weather
Berlin Festival of Lights
Witness one of the most spectacular events in Berlin and immerse yourself in the magnificent light art!
Berlin Biennale
Every other year numerous Berlin venues turn into contemporary art galleries
VeloCity Berlin
Participate in or watch the second largest bicycle race of its kind in Europe
Day of German Unity
Berliners celebrate the national holiday with a festival around Brandenburg Gate
Open Air Gallery
Over a hundred artists exhibit their sculptures and paintings on the famous bridge (Oberbaumbrücke) between Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain
New Year's Eve, or Silvester
Berlin is one of the best destinations in Europe for celebrating New Year's Eve
Badeschiff Bathing Season
One of the best recreation areas during hot summers close to the center of Berlin
May Day
The city celebrates workers', sexual, and political rights with rallies and demonstrations
Pyronale Fireworks World Championship
Witness a great fireworks competition where international teams try to get recognition from the jury and support from the spectators
CSD Berlin or Berlin Pride
Berlin Pride, referred to as “Christopher Street Day” (CSD in short) features two major events—the CSD Demo March and CSD Finale, a big final rally
Fête de la Musique (Berlin Open Air Music Festival)
The beginning of summer is a great time to be in Berlin. That's when the Fête de la Musique takes place.
Berlinale—Berlin International Film Festival
The Berlinale is the city's most glamorous film event. With more than 400 films shown, it attracts the film industry elite as well as one of the biggest audiences of the world film festivals
Carnival of Cultures
See the Berlin streets come to life while the colorful kaleidoscope swirls you in a bright wild dance!
Christmas Markets
Berlin is the true capital of famed German Christmas markets
BMW Berlin Marathon
Berlin, the city of runners, hosts one of the most popular marathons in the world
Asparagus
This traditional German vegetable is on the menu everywhere when in season
Berlin Art Week
An excellent opportunity for art fans to discover and discuss the works of German and international artists displayed in hundreds of galleries
St. Patrick's Day
The bars and pubs of Berlin celebrate the Irish holiday with much enthusiasm
Halloween in Berlin: The Horror Nights and Halloween Specials
Run with monsters, walk with zombies and discover yourself on a horror movie set
New Year’s Eve (Silvester) in Germany
Ready to jump on the bandwagon of Germans who celebrate New Year’s Eve loud and wild?
Citadel Music Festival
Experience Berlin’s iconic festival with top international artists all summer long