68 upcoming lectures events
Peer-to-peer support to overcome loneliness
Wed, 27 May 2026 at 16:00
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (Hauptgebäude, Unter den Linden 6)
This university talk examines how peer-to-peer support can curb loneliness, presenting research-backed approaches and practical steps to foster inclusive, supportive networks at Humboldt University’s Hauptgebäude in Berlin.
SPIEGEL-Spitzengespräch Live mit Robert Habeck und Markus Feldenkirchen
Fri, 29 May 2026
Admiralspalast
A live SPIEGEL Spitzengespräch at Admiralspalast Berlin with Robert Habeck and Markus Feldenkirchen, a high-profile political dialogue moderated by Spiegel journalists, offering sharp insights into current affairs in an intimate theater setting.
Maßnahmen gegen Naturgefahren im antiken griechischen Bauwesen
Tue, 26 May 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
An academic lecture exploring how ancient Greek builders mitigated natural hazards and other risks in classical architecture, as part of the RISIKO LEBEN ring lecture series on 26 May 2026 at 18:15. Held at Freie Universität Berlin in Hörsaal 1b, the talk situates risk, fate, and calculation in the ancient world with historical and architectural context.
Zukunftsdialog: KI und Datenschutz III
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 15:30
Freie Universität Berlin
Join Lecture Series Zukunftsdialog: AI and Data Protection III at Freie Universität Berlin's Weiterbildungzentrum to explore legal, ethical, and practical implications of artificial intelligence in data security, with expert speakers.
Are Psychedelics and Cannabinoids Effective? – FU Berlin Lecture
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
This German-language lecture surveys current research on whether psychedelics and cannabinoids are effective for mental health, presented as part of FU Berlin's Ringvorlesung 'Psychische Gesundheit im Fokus'. The talk in Hörsaal 1b examines latest findings, clinical implications, and societal challenges.
Crisis leadership through the lens of social identity
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 14:30
Hertie School
A research lecture at the Hertie School examining how social identity shapes crisis leadership. The session blends theoretical insights with policy implications for decision-making in high-stakes scenarios. Attendees will explore identity dynamics in crisis response and governance.
Local Solutions to Ending Early Marriage and FGC in Somali Diaspora
Wed, 27 May 2026 at 16:00
Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (Hybrid)
Colloquium presenting local solutions to end child marriage and FGC in Somali diaspora communities. Antje Becker-Benton analyzes policy, community-led initiatives, and ethical dimensions, with in-person sessions in the Main Conference Room and online access.
Short Talks: Demokratie zwischen Freiheit und Algorithmus #1
Fri, 29 May 2026 at 20:30
Humboldt Labor im Humboldt Forum, Schloßplatz, 10178 Berlin
Short Talks: Demokratie zwischen Freiheit und Algorithmus #1 examines how AI and algorithms shape democratic governance. At Humboldt Labor in Berlin, speakers explore algorithmic power, freedom, transparency, and citizen participation in the digital age.
Leben und Freiheit: Selbstbestimmung jenseits des Kapitalismus
Sat, 30 May 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
An evening at Volksbühne Berlin's Roter Salon with philosophers Martin Hägglund, Rahel Jaeggi and Thomas Khurana, examining life, freedom, and self-determination beyond capitalism. The panel blends political theory and contemporary thought in a provocative, intellectually charged discussion.
Study natural sciences, mathematics or computer science
Wed, 27 May 2026 at 18:00
Freie Universität Berlin
Info session at Freie Universität Berlin guiding prospective students through studying natural sciences, mathematics or computer science.
Gefühle am Ende der Welt | Folge 17: VERÄNDERUNG
Fri, 29 May 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
Join a live discussion from the 'Gefühle am Ende der Welt' series at Volksbühne's Roter Salon as Henrike Kohpeiß, Philipp Wüschner and guests explore the theme 'Change' in Episode 17. A thoughtful, accessible dialogue blending philosophy and personal reflections in a Berlin evening.
Lecture: The Sacrament of the Letter
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin
A lecture in the Ringvorlesung The Magic of Art, examining how art, religion, and emancipation intersect. Held at Freie Universität Berlin in Raum 2.2058, this talk invites reflections on art’s role in society and emancipation.
xG-Afterwork — Your Gateway to Berlin’s Telecommunications Community
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 19:00
Details to come — stay tuned!
xG-Afterwork - Your Gateway to Berlin’s Telecommunications Community invites you to an informal lecture-and-networking session, exploring 5G, open networks, and the city’s connected future.
De Anima: Soul between humans and animals
Fri, 29 May 2026 at 22:00
Lettrétage e.V.
De Anima: Soul between humans and animals returns to Lettrétage e.V. Berlin for a provocative lecture on consciousness, ethics and empathy, delivered in a warm, listening‑friendly venue.
Ästhetiken der Freiheit: Dialoge Kurdistan–Deutschland
Sun, 31 May 2026 at 21:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
An intellectual evening at Volksbühne Berlin's Roter Salon exploring aesthetics of freedom amid cycles of violence, with Havîn Al Shindy and the Kurdish Women's Office for Peace. A cross-cultural dialogue between Kurdistan and Germany blending art, politics, and a pressing call for peace.
Religion, Art & Science: Lecture Series
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 18:15
Burgstr. 26, 10178 Berlin
A lecture series at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin exploring how religion, art, and science intersect. Held at Burgstraße 26 in Berlin, this edition invites scholars to discuss interdisciplinary questions in a formal setting.
Solidarity Conversations on Migration and Law: Towards a De-securitised Approach
Mon, 1 Jun 2026
Hertie School
An academic lecture at Hertie School exploring migration and law through a de-securitised lens, offering scholarly discussion on policy implications, human rights, and legal frameworks shaping contemporary migration debates.
The Political Legitimacy of the UK's Socio-Economic Crisis Management during Covid-19
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 19:00
Anton-Wilhelm-Amo-Straße (ehem. Mohrenstraße) 60, 10117 Berlin
An academic lecture at Humboldt University Berlin (Anton-Wilhelm-Amo-Straße 60) on June 1, 2026 at 17:00 UTC, examining the political legitimacy of the UK’s Covid-era socio-economic crisis management. The talk analyzes policy choices, governance, and public trust, with implications for accountability and cross-border policy.
Vortrag | Höhere Wahrheit per Prompt? Postfaktisch-prämoderne Diskurse über KI-Bilder
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin
An academic talk exploring higher truth via prompts and post-faktum premodern discourses on AI-generated images, as part of the The Magic of Art ring lecture series at Freie Universität Berlin. The lecture examines how AI imagery intersects with art, religion, and emancipation, challenging traditional notions of truth in a contemporary digital culture.
Panel: The Broken Promise of the Internet
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 19:30
WZB Berlin Social Science Center
An expert panel at WZB Berlin on democracy and digital power, unpacking how digitalisation reshapes governance, with renowned scholars debating rights, power, and policy in the age of the internet.
Ausgrenzung und Diskriminierung in der Psychotherapie
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
Explores how exclusion and discrimination impact mental health and what responses psychotherapy can offer. Part of the Ringvorlesung 'Psychische Gesundheit im Fokus – zwischen Forschung, Praxis und gesellschaftlichen Herausforderungen' at Freie Universität Berlin, in Hörsaal 1b.
Arbeitsmarktchancen für Akademikerinnen – Uni im Gespräch
Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 18:00
Freie Universität Berlin
A university info talk on employment opportunities for graduates with academic backgrounds, part of the Uni im Gespräch series at Freie Universität Berlin.
Korpusgestützte Erkennung textsortenspezifischer Formulierungsmuster
Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 16:30
Fabeckstraße 32, Raum 106
A university lecture at FU Berlin presenting corpus-based methods to detect text-type specific phrasing, with a focus on the language of mourning and consolation in 17th‑century German texts, held in Raum 106.
Ambitus and the risks of late Republican election campaigns
Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
An engaging lecture at Freie Universität Berlin exploring ambitus and the risks of late Republican political campaigning in ancient Rome. The talk situates ambition, fortune, and calculation within the political arena of the late Republic, offering historical context, methodological notes, and lively discussion.
Versuchen will ich’s trotzdem!
Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Zirkuszelt CABUWAZI Tempelhof
Join a thought-provoking conversation at Zirkuszelt CABUWAZI Tempelhof in Berlin. On 2026-06-02 at 18:00, this evening talk invites audiences to explore resilience, trying new approaches and creative experiments in a playful circus setting, blending personal stories with ideas in an engaging atmosphere.
Der Preis des Risikos: Spätmittelalterliche Seeversicherung
Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
An engaging university lecture, part of the Ringvorlesung RISIKO LEBEN, exploring late medieval sea insurance between calculation and hazard. Held at Freie Universität Berlin in Hörsaal 1b, it examines how risk, credit, and navigation shaped medieval maritime insurance practices.
Talk: Abortion Pills and Misoprostol in Brazil
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 16:00
Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (Hybrid)
On 2026-06-10 at 14:00 UTC, Ilana Löwy presents a hybrid colloquium at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science on abortion pills in general and misoprostol in Brazil. The Main Conference Room and online platform host a focused discussion blending medicine, history, and policy.
Living and Aging with AI
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
An insightful lecture exploring how artificial intelligence can support aging populations, including AI-assisted caregiving, health monitoring, and accessible design in urban Berlin. It highlights practical applications, ethical considerations, and future tech trends shaping elder care.
Sonic Knowledge: Listening against the Grain to Gandhi in Bombay, 1931
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 12:30
Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (Hybrid)
A scholarly lecture at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin, examining Gandhi’s Bombay years (1931) through sonic history. Delivered by Kama Maclean (University of Heidelberg), this colloquium ties political history to sound studies in a rigorous historical discussion.
Writing History beyond the Timeline: Traditions and Innovations
Tue, 9 Jun 2026 at 16:00
Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (Hybrid)
An academic colloquium at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin. Wayan Jarrah Sastrawan and Annca Pielenhofer explore how histories of science blend traditions with innovations, challenging linear timelines and offering fresh perspectives on methodological narratives.
Vortrag | „Die Kunst fliegt um die Wahrheit“. Kafka, Visualität und Transzendenz
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin
A scholarly lecture in the 'The Magic of Art' series at Freie Universität Berlin exploring Kafka, visuality, and transcendence and how art mediates truth, religion, and emancipation.
Open Lab Evening: Recycling of packaging: Waste or future?
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
An open lab evening in Berlin exploring whether recycling of packaging is a waste challenge or a future opportunity. A concise, accessible talk on circular economy, new materials, and waste management strategies with industry and policy insights.
Future Skills Lunchtalk: Starting Your Career in Germany
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 14:30
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (Hauptgebäude, Unter den Linden 6)
A lunchtime lecture at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin offering practical advice for starting a career in Germany. Learn about visa routes, the German job market, and networking tips, with an included lunch in a campus setting.
Religion, Kunst & Wissenschaft - Kopie 5
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 18:15
Burgstr. 26, 10178 Berlin
Interdisciplinary lecture series at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin examining how religion, art, and science intersect. Scholars discuss how belief informs creativity and how scientific inquiry shapes culture, with a modern, comparative perspective.
Religion, Kunst, Wissenschaft
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 18:15
Burgstr. 26, 10178 Berlin
An HU Berlin lecture series exploring how religion, art and science intersect. Renowned scholars discuss how belief, creativity and knowledge shape culture, in a formal university setting at Burgstraße.
Long Night of the Sciences
Sat, 6 Jun 2026
Long Night of the Sciences turns the venue into a midnight learning lounge from 06/06/2026 to 07/06/2026, pairing talks, demos, and hands-on demonstrations with curious conversations that stretch far beyond bedtime.
Von Mainz bis an die Memel
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
Von Mainz bis an die Memel unfolds as a sharp, thought-provoking lecture at Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne, tracing culture and memory with maps, wit and archival clips to provoke new angles.
Open Lab Evening: Seagrass as an intelligent material
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
An Open Lab Evening examining seagrass as an intelligent material, spotlighting bio-inspired design, sustainable composites, and potential sensing applications. Researchers share latest findings in an informal lab setting in Berlin, blending science talks with hands-on demonstrations.
Vortrag | Aristoteles und die Zerbrechlichkeit des Glücks
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
A university lecture at Freie Universität Berlin examining Aristotle's view of happiness and how chance, fate, and calculation shaped life in the ancient world as part of the RISIKO LEBEN series.
Altern ist Entwicklung: Psychotherapie im höheren Lebensalter
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
A university lecture at Freie Universität Berlin's Hörsaal 1b on aging as development and psychotherapy in late life, as part of the Ringvorlesung 'Psychische Gesundheit im Fokus'. The talk covers research, practice, and societal challenges in mental health.
Religion Kunst Wissenschaft
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 18:15
Burgstr. 26, 10178 Berlin
An academic lecture series at Humboldt University Berlin exploring intersections of religion, art, and science. This edition, Religion Kunst Wissenschaft (Kopie 7), gathers scholars for insightful talks in a historic Berlin venue.
Es geht immer um Kunst!
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin
Join a lecture at Freie Universität Berlin on how art intersects with religion and emancipation, part of The Magic of Art ring-vorlesung. The talk is in Raum 2.2058 (Holzlaube) on the FU campus in Berlin.
Opera Lecture: Zar und Zimmermann - Foyer der Deutschen Oper Berlin
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 20:30
Deutsche Oper Berlin
Opera lecture on Lortzing's 'Zar und Zimmermann' at the Deutsche Oper Berlin foyer on 2026-06-15 18:30, exploring the work's historical context, music and staging; admission €5.
Parole Textbuch: Butler Trouble
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
A panel discussion on Parole Textbuch and Butler, with Gehring, Redecker, Meinecke, and Diederichsen, moderated by Eva Geulen, at Volksbühne Berlin.
Lecture: Simone Kotva
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 at 21:00
ICI Berlin
An English-language lecture by philosopher Simone Kotva at ICI Berlin on June 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM. A thoughtful evening in a contemporary venue; registration opens June 11, 2026. Attendees may be recorded.
myGovernment 2026
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 at 17:30
Hertie School
Public lecture at the Hertie School in Berlin titled 'myGovernment 2026' exploring contemporary governance challenges, digital policy, and civic participation in 2026. An accessible session for the general public and students in a modern university setting.
Why Migration?
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
An insightful Berlin lecture examining the drivers and consequences of migration, policy responses, and the evolving social impact in European cities. The talk invites questions on integration, labor markets, and human mobility, framed for policymakers, researchers, and engaged citizens.
Risiko im römischen Recht – Vortrag
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 at 20:15
Freie Universität Berlin, Hörsaal 1b, Habelschwerdter Allee 45, 14195 Berlin
An academic lecture at Freie Universität Berlin exploring how risk is constructed in Roman law, part of the Ringvorlesung RISIKO LEBEN – between chance, providence and calculation. The talk delves into risk concepts, foreseeability, and liability in ancient Rome, held in Hörsaal 1b.
Censorship vs Art Freedom
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
An insightful evening at Volksbühne Berlin exploring censorship, cynicism, and Kulturkampf in the arts, with Nora Bossong, Sebastian Guggolz, Friedrich Küppersbusch, Ronen Steinke and moderator Katja Weber. The discussion probes Verfassungsschutz's role in art freedom and what 'art freedom' means in Germany today.
Salon Ma ما
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 21:30
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
An intimate cultural salon at Volksbühne Berlin's Grüner Salon featuring Chirazi, Ghaemi, Irandoost and Rahmani, curated by Modjgan Hashemian. A multilingual evening of discussion and ideas on the here and now, blending Persian-influenced culture with contemporary thought.
Glancing at Open/Closed Futures
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
A panel-style talk exploring open versus closed futures, with Guli Dolev-Hashiloni and Tamar Raphael, moderated by Tomer Dotan Dreyfus. Set in the Roter Salon of Volksbühne Berlin, this engaging evening blends philosophy, futures studies, and contemporary debate.
IDIOLAB#7 | Gespräche mit dem Universum
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
IDIOLAB#7 at Volksbühne Berlin's Roter Salon invites curious minds to a dialogue blending science and philosophy about our place in the cosmos. An intimate, thought-provoking evening in a historic theatre space that pairs accessible ideas with rigorous debate.
Gefühle am Ende der Welt | Folge 16: HITZE
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
A multidisciplinary talk at Volksbühne Berlin's Roter Salon with Simon Strick, Oxana Timofeeva, and guests, guided by Henrike Kohpeiß and Philipp Wüschner. Folge 16 'Hitze' explores how collective emotions unfold at the end of the world, blending philosophy, culture, and current anxieties.
REVOLVER LIVE! #65: Jan Bonny – Standbein, Spielbein
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Volksbuehne Berlin - Große Bühne
In this Revolver Live event, filmmaker Jan Bonny discusses cinema, TV, advertising and the art world. Hosted in the Volksbühne Berlin's Roter Salon, the evening offers behind-the-scenes insights into contemporary media culture and Bonny's creative perspective on screen and storytelling.
Bärentouren: Reichstag and Government District
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 at 14:00
Join Bärentouren for a guided history walk-lecture through Berlin's Reichstag and Government District, tracing power, architecture, and 150 years of change from 1871 to today.
Infotag Medizinstudium
Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Henry-Ford-Bau
Info day for prospective medical students (human and dental medicine) at the Henry-Ford-Bau in Berlin. Learn about study options, admission requirements, and program structure with campus tours and a Q&A session. Free public event ideal for high-school graduates exploring medical studies.
Info session: Bachelor's degree programs at TU Berlin
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 at 18:00
ONLINE - ZOOM
Info session: Bachelor's degree programs at TU Berlin takes place online on Zoom, where admissions tips, program highlights, and campus resources map a clear, welcoming path to an internationally connected education.
An Evening with Gabor Maté in Berlin / Ein Abend mit Gabor Maté in Berlin
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Motion.Lab Berlin (STATION Berlin, Luckenwalder Str. 4-6, 10963 Berlin)
Join Gabor Maté at STATION Berlin for an insightful evening exploring trauma, addiction, and mental health. Maté speaks to how childhood experiences shape adult behavior and well-being, offering compassionate, evidence-informed perspectives. A compelling, intellectually charged talk in a modern venue that invites reflection.
Farin Urlaub übers Reisen - mit Jochen Schliemann
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 21:00
Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (rbb) - Großer Sendesaal
Farin Urlaub teams up with Jochen Schliemann for a travel-focused lecture tour across Germany, sharing experiences, show-and-tell photos, and a candid conversation in Berlin's rbb Großer Sendesaal that sparks curiosity about journeys.
Lectures & readings at Berlinische Galerie
Wed, 5 Aug 2026
LocationBerlinische Galerie - AusstellungAlte Jakobstraße 12410969 Berlin
Join a lecture/reading at the Berlinische Galerie on 5 August 2026. This intellectual session explores art-history topics related to the gallery's current exhibition, offering insights into Berlin's modern art scene in a refined gallery setting.
Jobs für Geisteswissenschaftler*innen im Öffentlichen Dienst
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 at 15:00
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (Hauptgebäude, Unter den Linden 6)
A university lecture series at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin exploring career paths for humanities scholars in the public sector. Experts discuss requirements, opportunities, and practical steps toward roles in public service.
The Cultural Evolution of Migration and Diversity
Sat, 26 Sept 2026
WZB Berlin Social Science Center
Birds in Autumn – Migration and Staying Put
Sat, 26 Sept 2026
Join a science lecture on autumn bird migration and why some species linger in urban Berlin. Explore migration cues, stopover strategies, and how city habitats shape local wildlife, with vivid examples from recent observations and practical insights for bird enthusiasts.
Berlin Marathon: Tips für Zuschauer
Sun, 27 Sept 2026
A spectator-focused guide to watching the Berlin Marathon, offering practical tips on viewing spots, crowd flow, transport options, and staying comfortable along the route. An informative session for runners' fans and first-time spectators.
Lectures & Readings at Kurt Mühlenhaupt Museum
Sun, 20 Dec 2026
LocationKurt Mühlenhaupt MuseumFidicinstraße 4010965 Berlin
On December 20, 2026, join an afternoon of lectures and readings at the Kurt Mühlenhaupt Museum in Berlin. Enjoy literary talks and author readings in a historic museum setting, as part of VisitBerlin’s lectures and readings program.
Educational event in Berlin at Heilig Geist Kapelle
Sat, 27 Feb 2027
Heilig Geist Kapelle, Spandauer Straße 110, 10178 Berlin-Mitte
Join an educational lecture at Heilig Geist Kapelle in Berlin-Mitte on 27 February 2027. A history-focused talk in a historic church setting, presented in English. An accessible event for students, professionals, and curious locals seeking new perspectives.
Lecture at Staatsballett Berlin – July 1, 2027
Thu, 1 Jul 2027
Staatsballett Berlin
An English-language lecture/readings event at Staatsballett Berlin on July 1, 2027. Set inside the iconic ballet venue on Richard-Wagner-Straße, it promises an engaging talk or author reading in a formal, auditorium-like setting.
Dr. Leon Windscheid
Fri, 3 Dec 2027 at 21:00
Tempodrom
Dr. Leon Windscheid presents a live psychology talk at Berlin's Tempodrom titled EINFACH SEIN. The session blends science-based insights with engaging storytelling to explore practical ways to understand the mind, calm the nerves, and navigate daily life.