74 upcoming festivals events
SF’s Free DFT Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays” (2026)
Thu, 5 Mar 2026 at 18:00
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SF’s free Downtown First Thursdays block party returns in 2026 with DJs, live performances, drag, dancing, food trucks and shopping — a monthly community street celebration on the first Thursday.
DARK SPRING FESTIVAL 2026
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 21:00
Lido Berlin
Dark Spring Festival 2026 at Lido Berlin — an evening of gothic, darkwave and post‑punk live acts and DJs celebrating dark alternative sounds in Kreuzberg.
The Infinite Now
Fri, 8 May 2026 at 02:00
Kraftwerk Berlin
A 30-hour continuous sound-art environment at Kraftwerk Berlin presented by Berlin Atonal and Unsound, featuring 20+ artists, durational performances, dedicated sleep/rest areas, and food across two nights and the intervening day.
Harmonica F E N Festival (Day 1)
Fri, 29 May 2026 at 19:00
Kesselhaus & Maschinenhaus
Day 1 of the Harmonica F E N Festival features harmonica-focused live performances at Kesselhaus & Maschinenhaus in Berlin, kicking off a multi-day celebration of blues, folk and acoustic music.
Harmonica F E N Festival (Day 3)
Sun, 31 May 2026 at 18:30
Kesselhaus
Harmonica F E N Festival Day 3 at Kesselhaus — a harmonica-focused music festival day of live performances and collaborations showcasing instrumental and folk-influenced acts.
Berlin Salsacongress 2026
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 02:00
Tempodrom
Berlin Salsacongress 2026 — 'Jungle Vibes Edition' at the Tempodrom (Aug 27–30): four days of salsa music, dance workshops, live bands and evening parties for international dancers.
CANARIAS CALLING FESTIVAL
Thu, 8 Oct 2026 at 02:00
SO36
Canarias Calling Festival brings Canarian artists and island sounds to SO36 in Berlin on 8 Oct 2026 for a night of live music, DJs and cultural performances in Kreuzberg.
GROSSSTADTWAHNSINN 2026 - FESTIVALTICKET
Fri, 6 Nov 2026 at 01:00
SO36
GROSSSTADTWAHNSINN 2026 festival ticket for the SO36 club in Berlin on 06 Nov 2026 — a night of live music and festival programming at the legendary Kreuzberg venue; secure your ticket to attend.
Pyronale10. Geburtstag
Olympiastadion Berlin
Pyronale celebrates its 10th anniversary with an international fireworks competition and outdoor pyrotechnic spectacle at Berlin's Olympiastadion on 4–5 September 2015, drawing crowds for evening shows and live entertainment.
Thu5
Silent Green Kulturquartier
Day 5 of a multi-day cultural programme at Silent Green Kulturquartier in Berlin presenting a mix of performances, screenings and talks—check the venue programme for exact times and ticket info.
4.Transmediale
Berlin
Transmediale is a major Berlin festival of media art and digital culture featuring a five-day programme of presentations, performances and installations plus a month-long exhibition of video, internet and experimental media works.
Lollapalooza 2018:Wir sind dabei!
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin returns to Olympiastadion and Olympiapark on 8–9 Sept 2018 for a large multi-genre music festival with international headliners and big live shows.
Rallyestart vorgroßer Kulisse
Olympiastadion Berlin
Rally start at Olympiastadion Berlin for the Hamburg–Berlin‑Klassik: 180 vintage and youngtimer cars set off on the classic rally route from 29–31 August.
Werkstadt Zine Fest
WerkStadt e.V.
Werkstadt Zine Fest at WerkStadt e.V. on Sun, 08 Mar at 12:00 — a free, artsy zine fair celebrating DIY and independent small-press publications for creators and readers.
(TH)INK ABOUT THAT | queere antifaschistische Tattoo Convention
Queer, anti‑fascist tattoo convention that brings together tattoo artists, community stalls and workshops in an inclusive, political space for alternative body art and networking.
54. Berlin Frühlingsfes
Zentraler Festplatz
54th Berlin Frühlingsfest at Zentraler Festplatz on Sat, Mar 28 at 14:00 — a free spring festival offering family-friendly activities and a community celebration.
75. Internationale Filmfestspiele Berlin
Gropius Bau
The 75th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) runs 13–23 Feb 2025 at Gropius Bau, featuring international screenings, premieres and industry events across film and documentary programs.
Berlin Chocolate Festival 2026
Komplex Berlin
Berlin Chocolate Festival at Komplex Berlin on Sat, 21 Mar offers chocolate tastings and vendor stalls for chocolate lovers; small entry fee (€5).
de:lux - Das Frühlingsfest der Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung
de:lux — the Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung's spring festival on Mar 7 at 13:00 offers free community programming, talks and family-friendly activities that mix culture and politics.
Helene Beach Open-Air 2026
Helenesee
Helene Beach Open-Air 2026 is a summer beach music festival at Helenesee on Thu, 16 Jul with day‑long open‑air live music and DJs; tickets listed from €30.45 to €163.00.
Holi in Berlin 2026 - Festival of Colors | Street Food Popups | Bollywood Music
Holi in Berlin 2026 is an outdoor, family-friendly Festival of Colors with Bollywood music, street-food popups and lively powder-throwing celebrations in Berlin, with low-cost ticket options.
İÇ İÇE - Festival für neue anatolische Musik 2026
Festsaal Kreuzberg
İÇ İÇE — Festival for new Anatolian music at Festsaal Kreuzberg on Sat, 20 June (15:00); a showcase of contemporary Anatolian artists with tickets €25–€100.
JAWOLLA STAGE x WALDARENA - BEACH FESTIVAL
Strandbad Grünau
Beach music festival JAWOLLA STAGE x WALDARENA at Strandbad Grünau on Sat 13 Jun with DJs, live acts and summer beach vibes; tickets €34.90.
More Seasonal Events & Specials
A curated overview of seasonal events and special programmes across Berlin — holiday markets, cultural happenings and family activities with dates and details varying by listing.
1.Karneval der Kulturen
Berlin
Karneval der Kulturen is Berlin’s multicultural Pentecost street festival and parade from Hallesches Tor to Hermannplatz, featuring dozens of floats, hundreds of musicians, colourful costumes, food and performances — free and family-friendly.
NEELIX - LIVE + OSTFUNK - BEACH FESTIVAL
Strandbad Grünau
NEELIX and OSTFUNK perform live at the Strandbad Grünau beach festival on Sat, 30 May — an outdoor electronic/DJ event with tickets around €34.90.
Nouruz, Newroz, Nauroz. Frühlingsfest im Humboldt Forum
Humboldt Forum
Free Nowruz/Newroz/Nauroz spring festival at the Humboldt Forum on Mar 21 with multicultural music, food, performances and family activities to celebrate the new year and spring together.
Osterfeuer 2026 im Strandbad Wendenschloss
Strandbad Wendenschloss
Easter bonfire at Strandbad Wendenschloss on Sat 4 Apr 2026 at noon — an outdoor, donation-based community celebration by the beach in Berlin, family-friendly with food and social gathering.
“Petite” Fête des Francophonies
Centre Français de Berlin
Petite Fête des Francophonies at Centre Français de Berlin — a small, free celebration of francophone culture on Sat, 28 Mar at 16:00 with activities for all ages.
<p>MaerzMusik 2025</p>
Gropius Bau
MaerzMusik 2025 at Gropius Bau is a contemporary music festival presenting experimental sound-art, performances and exhibitions by international artists as part of the Berliner Festspiele programme.
6.Berlin Art Week
Berlin
Berlin Art Week is a major contemporary art festival featuring around 50 institutions, art fairs like ABC Contemporary and Positions Berlin, and bustling opening nights across venues such as Tempelhof Airport and Hamburger Bahnhof.
55.000 feiernTurnfest-Gala
Olympiastadion Berlin
Stadium gala of the 35th International German Turnfest at Berlin's Olympiastadion, a large-scale gymnastics performance and celebration expected to draw tens of thousands of spectators.
St PATRICK'S IRISH FESTIVAL
Babylon Berlin
St PATRICK'S IRISH FESTIVAL at Babylon Berlin on Fri 13.03 (19:30) — an Irish-themed cultural festival with live music, pub atmosphere and celebrations of Irish traditions.
7.Hanami Cherry Blossom Festival
Berlin
One-day Hanami Cherry Blossom Festival on Berlin’s border celebrates Japanese culture with 70+ stands of crafts and specialties, scenic walks along the Teltow Canal and plenty of cosplayers — a casual, family-friendly outdoor cultural fair.
9.Silvester
Berlin
Vivid, noisy public New Year's Eve street celebrations across Berlin — thousands gather at Brandenburger Tor or watch fireworks from Viktoriapark and Teufelsberg, with lots of outdoor revelry and safety risks from fireworks.
Festivals & Projects
HAU Hebbel am Ufer
HAU Hebbel am Ufer hosts rotating festivals and project-based programs showcasing contemporary theatre and performance from local and international artists across interdisciplinary formats.
Erfolgreiche Pyronalevor 67.000 Zuschauern
Olympiastadion Berlin
Pyronale at Olympiastadion Berlin attracted over 67,000 spectators for an international pyrotechnics competition showcasing large-scale, choreographed fireworks and evening spectacle.
Happy Birthdayneues Olympiastadion Berlin
Olympiastadion Berlin
Celebrate the anniversary of the newly renovated Olympiastadion Berlin with an open-day of legendary football moments, athletics history and iconic concert highlights — a family-friendly stadium festival and tours in Berlin.
<p>Musikfest Berlin 2025</p>
Gropius Bau
Musikfest Berlin 2025 at Gropius Bau is a Berliner Festspiele music festival presenting contemporary and classical programs and interdisciplinary music-related exhibitions; dates TBA and performances are ticketed.
Lokale Hochkaräter und internationale TrendsetterLollapalooza Berlin bestätigt Line-up
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin returns to the Olympiastadion with a star-studded international lineup combining top local acts and global trendsetters across multiple stages.
MaerzMusik 2026: Cybernetic Entanglements
Radialsystem
MaerzMusik 2026: Cybernetic Entanglements at Radialsystem in Berlin presents experimental and interdisciplinary sonic works probing cybernetic themes and human-technology relations.
Lollapalooza BerlinDie wichtigsten Informationen für Besucher*innen
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza returns to Olympiastadion Berlin on Sept 7–8 with two days of headline acts, food stalls and festival essentials — key visitor information for attendees.
Lollapalooza BerlinTen years – and counting!
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin celebrates its 10th anniversary at Olympiastadion with international headliners like j-hope, RAYE and Benson for a big outdoor multi-genre festival experience.
Lollapalooza BerlinErstes Festival in Deutschland mit Zertifizierung nach DIN ISO 20121
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin at Olympiastadion is highlighted as the first festival in Germany certified to DIN ISO 20121 for sustainable event management, combining major music acts with an official sustainability strategy.
Lollapalooza sorgtfür Begeisterung
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza, Germany's biggest and best-known music festival, brings major international acts and a lively outdoor party atmosphere to Berlin's Olympiastadion on its (new/expanded) festival grounds.
Lollapalooza 2026Erste Top-Acts bestätigt
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin returns to Olympiastadion on 18–19 July 2026 with international top acts across genres for a weekend of live performances and festival highlights.
Lollapalooza 2025Festival Map
Olympiastadion Berlin
The official Lollapalooza Berlin 2025 festival map has been released to help attendees navigate stages, schedules and onsite amenities at Olympiastadion Berlin.
Lollapalooza Berlin55.000 Fans feiern ein grandioses Festival-Finale - Datum für 2025 angekündigt
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin brings major international acts like Sam Smith, The Chainsmokers and K-pop superstars SEVENTEEN to the Olympiastadion for a large-scale outdoor music festival, with dates for the 2025 edition announced.
News
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin at Olympiastadion has announced additional top acts for its multi-genre music festival, promising big live performances and a festival atmosphere in Berlin.
„Night of Lights“:Mehr als 10.000 faszinierte Zuschauer
Olympiastadion Berlin
Night of Lights at Olympiastadion Berlin drew 10,223 visitors for spectacular light shows and virtual football experiences, blending immersive visuals and sports-themed entertainment in a large outdoor event.
Part of “On Justice”
HAU Hebbel am Ufer
Part of the HAU project 'On Justice' — a cultural program combining performance, talks and art to explore questions of justice and public debate.
Pyronale 2013 -Showtime über Berlin
Olympiastadion Berlin
Pyronale 2013 brings six top pyrotechnic teams to Olympiastadion Berlin for two summer evenings of competitive fireworks and spectacular shows.
Regenbogenfarbenim Olympiastadion
Olympiastadion Berlin
Christopher Street Day celebrations at Berlin's Olympiastadion promoting LGBTQ+ pride and solidarity against homophobia with colorful events, performances, and community visibility.
BLAU LICHT BEACH - BEACH FESTIVAL
Strandbad Grünau
BLAU LICHT BEACH is a beach festival at Strandbad Grünau on Sat, 06 Jun from 14:00 offering DJs, live music and summer beach vibes; tickets around €29.90.
Lollapalooza Berlin presented by TelekomSuperstar-Acts zum 10-jährigen Jubiläum
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin marks its 10th anniversary at the Olympiastadion with Telekom-presented superstar acts and a large outdoor multi-genre music festival experience.
Pyronale 2016:Mit Pauken und Raketen
Olympiastadion Berlin
Pyronale at Olympiastadion Berlin is an annual pyrotechnics competition and night-time fireworks spectacle that lights up the Berlin sky with choreographed shows and music.
DESERTFEST BERLIN 2026
Columbiahalle
Desertfest Berlin 2026 is a heavy/stoner/doom rock festival at Columbiahalle in Berlin, kicking off Thu 14 May with multiple bands and tickets from €15–€169.90.
Special Olympics World Games 2023Große Eröffnugsfeier im Olympiastadion Berlin
Olympiastadion Berlin
Emotional opening ceremony of the Special Olympics World Games at Olympiastadion Berlin featuring an athletes' parade, official ceremony and a colorful show program with the Games Song.
Tanz im August
HAU Hebbel am Ufer
Tanz im August is Berlin’s international contemporary dance festival at HAU Hebbel am Ufer showcasing experimental choreography and performance works from around the world.
Tolle Feuerwerkebei der 6. Pyronale
Olympiastadion Berlin
The 6th Pyronale at Berlin's Olympiastadion presented a grand fireworks competition where six teams dazzled spectators and the jury with spectacular displays.
Against Failure ꟾ Georgian Film Retrospective in Berlin
LocationACUDkinoACUDkinoVeteranenstraße 2110119 Berlin
Week-long Georgian film retrospective at ACUD Kino in Berlin (26 Feb–4 Mar 2026) showcasing classic and contemporary works from Georgian cinema.
US Cars glänztenam Olympiastadion Berlin
Olympiastadion Berlin
A lively US car show at Olympiastadion Berlin where polished chrome rims and roaring engines draw petrolheads and families for a street-style automotive showcase.
Wettkampfam Berliner Himmel
Olympiastadion Berlin
Pyronale fireworks competition lights up the Berlin sky with spectacular choreographed displays at Olympiastadion—an evening outdoor spectacle for families and night-event lovers.
BLN REUNION FESTIVAL - ALFRED HEINRICHS, MARTIN BOOKS uvm.
Strandbad Grünau
Open-air BLN Reunion beach music festival at Strandbad Grünau on Sat 11 Jul 14:00 with DJs Alfred Heinrichs, Martin Books and more; tickets €34.90.
Warm-Upzur Street Mag Show
Olympiastadion Berlin
A warm-up event at Olympiastadion Berlin showcasing classic American automobiles from the 1930s–1970s as a preview to the Street Mag Show.
2.Christopher Street Day Parade
Berlin
Christopher Street Day Parade in Berlin is a large, colourful pride parade and inclusive street festival celebrating LGBTQ+ rights with hundreds of thousands of participants and spectators—check the website for route details.
Lollapalooza BerlinUmjubeltes Finale des Open-Air Sommers
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin is a massive open-air music festival at the Olympiastadion drawing 60,000+ fans for a high-energy, multi-genre summer finale.
3.Berlinale
Berlin
The Berlinale is Berlin’s major international film festival with screenings and premieres across multiple city venues, showcasing global cinema, industry events and special programs for film professionals and audiences.
5.Lange Nacht der Museen
Berlin
Lange Nacht der Museen: around 100 Berlin museums and cultural venues stay open late with special exhibitions, concerts, readings, lectures and performances plus shuttle transport for a citywide night of art and culture.
Eine Zelebrierung der Vielfältigkeitfür eine friedliche Zukunft
Olympiastadion Berlin
World Culture Festival at Olympiastadion Berlin on 2–3 July 2011 celebrating cultural diversity and a peaceful future with international performances and community activities.
Italien ist Weltmeisterder Pyronale 2014
Olympiastadion Berlin
Pyronale is an annual international fireworks competition held on Berlin's Maifeld at the Olympiastadion; in 2014 Italy won with a spectacular outdoor pyrotechnic display drawing crowds and tourists.
Die Schweiz gewinntbei der 5. Pyronale
Olympiastadion Berlin
The 5th Pyronale fireworks competition at Olympiastadion Berlin drew 61,500 spectators as Switzerland won the event, showcasing large-scale pyrotechnic displays on the Maifeld.
Lollapalooza Berlin 2023Erste Headliner mit Imagine Dragons und David Guetta & 20 weitere Acts bestätigt
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin 2023 at Olympiastadion announces headliners Imagine Dragons and David Guetta among 20+ acts for a large multi-genre outdoor music festival in Berlin.
Lollapalooza Berlin 2024Top-Acts & hochkarätiges Line-Up
Olympiastadion Berlin
Lollapalooza Berlin 2024 at the Olympiastadion brings top international acts like Sam Smith, Martin Garrix, Burna Boy and more for a multi-stage outdoor music festival.