Events in Berlin

Minima Formalia

Wed, 20 May 2026 · All day

C/O Berlin

Conference

A Berlin-based conference examining minutiae in aesthetics, ethics, and politics, exploring how form shapes theory and how theory performs politics through details of form and formlessness.

Gedankenflieger: Was kann ich hoffen?

Thu, 21 May 2026

Literaturhaus Berlin

Literature

An engaging German-language talk at Literaturhaus Berlin exploring hope, possibility, and what we dare to dream. A thoughtful literary discussion in a refined venue, inviting readers and thinkers to share insights on literature, hope, and modern life.

Heike Geißler »Michaela Kohlhaas«

Thu, 21 May 2026 at 21:00

Literaturhaus Berlin

Literature

Author Heike Geißler presents Michaela Kohlhaas at Literaturhaus Berlin. A thought-provoking literary reading exploring power, history, and identity in contemporary German fiction, followed by a Q&A.

Daniel Haas “Einsamsein. Eine Befreiungsgeschichte”

Thu, 21 May 2026 at 21:00

Buchhandlung Knesebeck Elf

Literature

Author Daniel Haas reads from Einsamsein. Eine Befreiungsgeschichte at Buchhandlung Knesebeck Elf in Berlin, with a live reading and Q&A.

TIMO LASSY TRIO — FEAT: Jaska Lukkarinen-Ville Herrala

Thu, 21 May 2026 at 22:30

A-Trane

Music

Finnish saxophonist Timo Lassy headlines a night at Berlin's A-Trane Jazz Club with his trio and guests Jaska Lukkarinen and Ville Herrala, delivering tight, soulful improvisation and modern hard-bop flair in an intimate club setting.

Blues Day 1: EB Davis & The SuperbBand - Berlin Got the Blues II

Fri, 22 May 2026 at 22:30

A-Trane

Music

Experience a late-night blues surge at A-Trane Jazz Club as EB Davis & The SuperbBand perform 'Berlin Got the Blues' Volume II. Back by popular demand, this intimate, high-energy show delivers soulful blues and tight live grooves.

Geliebter Lügner — Jerome Kilty

Sun, 24 May 2026 at 13:30

Renaissance-Theater

Theater

German-language stage drama adapted by Jerome Kilty from letters by Mrs. Stella Campbell and George Bernard Shaw. A witty, intimate exploration of love, deception and reputation, brought to life on the stage at Renaissance-Theater.

Joey Goebel »Sunset Flip«

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 21:00

Literaturhaus Berlin

Literature

Literaturhaus Berlin hosts author Joey Goebel for an evening reading of Sunset Flip, followed by a Q&A in a refined, salon-style setting. This intimate literary event offers English-language storytelling and discussion in Berlin’s vibrant literary scene.

Elisa Hoven: Feine Risse Buchpremiere

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 21:30

Renaissance-Theater

Theater

Elisa Hoven presents Feine Risse in a Buchpremiere at Renaissance-Theater, delivering a live literary reading of contemporary German fiction. The intimate performance spotlights fresh prose in a classic stage setting, inviting adults to a thoughtful, bookish evening.

Lucas Johnson: Homecoming Album Release Concert

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 22:30

A-Trane

Music

Lucas Johnson premieres his second album Homecoming at the A-Trane Jazz Club, featuring Omri Abramov, Alex Ventling, Igor Osypov and Niklas Lukassen for a vibrant, boundary-pushing jazz night fueled by passion and live improvisation.

Literarisch Late Night

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 21:00

Literaturhaus Berlin

Literature

An intimate literary evening at Literaturhaus Berlin where Moritz Huertgen hosts readings and a conversation with Svea Mausolf and Sebastian Hotz. Expect sharp prose, witty banter, and fresh voices from the contemporary German book scene in an elegant indoor venue.

Alexander Rueß Trio: DEBUT — Double Moon Record Release

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 22:30

A-Trane

Music

Alexander Rueß Trio debuts the 'DEBUT' album with a record-release night at Berlin’s A-Trane Jazz Club. The intimate set features Luca Curcio (bass) and Sebastian Merk (drums), weaving melodic, Nordic-inflected improvisations through warm, direct melodies.

Berta, das Ei ist hart.

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 21:30

Renaissance-Theater

Theater

Musical reading inspired by Loriot, performed at Renaissance-Theater. Live music accompanies witty sketches around Berta, das Ei ist hart, delivering a warm, humorous evening in a classic German theater setting.

Cosmo Klein & The Campers: Jumping Bird Album Release

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 22:30

A-Trane

Music

Cosmo Klein & The Campers celebrate the Jumping Bird album release with a vibrant, disco-infused jazz set at Berlin’s iconic A-Trane, featuring a stellar lineup of guests and tight grooves for an unforgettable club-night concert.

Disco Inferno – The Sound of the 70s (Live)

Sat, 30 May 2026

Quasimodo

Music

Disco Inferno performs live at Quasimodo, Berlin, delivering the Sound of the 70s with a nine-piece band. Dance-worthy disco hits, club vibe, doors 20:30, show starts 22:00. Presale from €20, box office €25. A high-energy vintage dance party.

»Shrimpie und ich«

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 17:00

Literaturhaus Berlin

Literature

Join an intimate evening at Literaturhaus Berlin for the reading 'Shrimpie und ich', where the author reads intimate passages, weaving humor, friendship, and whimsy, followed by a Q&A in the refined Berlin literary venue, set against a minimalist brick backdrop and a shared momen

Savages

Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 20:00

delphi LUX

Film

Savages at Delphi Lux in Berlin is a lovingly crafted stop-motion animated film, its tactile puppets, soft shadows, and meticulous frames weaving wonder into a hushed, dreamlike cinema experience.

»Manege frei! Die zweite Chance für dein Buch«

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 21:00

Literaturhaus Berlin

Literature

An insightful literary evening at Literaturhaus Berlin titled 'Manege frei! Die zweite Chance für dein Buch', exploring how authors can revive a manuscript and improve their chances with editors and readers. Expect practical tips on editing, pitching, and finding your audience, in a focused, Berlin-centered discussion of craft and publishing.

Spaceballs

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 22:30

Kant Kino

Film

Spaceballs screens at Kant Kino in Berlin, a sci-fi spoof night where Star Wars parody meets retro cinema in a quirky, cinema-punk venue, as fans holler Schwartz and celebrate B movie brilliance.

TANZ AUF DEM VULKAN (DSE)

Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 21:30

Renaissance-Theater

German-language theatre piece 'TANZ AUF DEM VULKAN' starring Sven Ratzke and Matangi at the Renaissance-Theater. A dynamic, dance-infused performance that blends live acting and cabaret in an intimate indoor setting. Expect an artsy, sophisticated evening of theatre.

Geburtstagsabend für Allen Ginsberg – Lesung

Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 21:41

Buchhandlung Knesebeck Elf

Literature

German-language poetry reading at Buchhandlung Knesebeck in Berlin celebrating Allen Ginsberg's birthday with Durs Grünbein, Alexander Schnickmann, and Michael Kellner.

The Family Approach

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 20:00

delphi LUX

Film

In Berlin at delphi LUX, The Family Approach screens a heartfelt, boundary-breaking film about the superheroic work of parenting and family in all its forms, celebrating connection, resilience, and everyday wonder that resounds with audiences of all ages.

David Haynes & Friends: Summer Soul Music Breezes (Day 1)

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 22:30

A-Trane

Music

David Haynes and Friends kick off Day 1 of Summer Soul Music Breezes at A-Trane Jazz Club, with guests Ania Szarmach and Kirk Smith, delivering a rich night of soulful classics in Berlin’s intimate venue.

We Love 80s

Sat, 6 Jun 2026

Quasimodo

Music

Celebrate the 1980s at Quasimodo Berlin with the We Love 80s party, spinning disco, NDW, pop and synth-pop through the night in a legendary club. Expect authentic 80s décor, themed drinks, and nostalgic dancefloor energy.

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