Berlin Freedom Week returns from 7 to 14 November. Following the successful launch of the event last year, it will once again bring together activists, civil society organisations, political decision-makers and international partners this year. A diverse, city-wide programme is planned, featuring conferences, discussions, cultural events, guided tours and gatherings at historic and symbolic locations.
Following its successful debut in 2025, the Berlin Freedom Conference will also continue. The second edition will take place on 10 November under the theme Change is possible at the Colosseum cinema on Schönhauser Allee.
The venue is situated in the immediate vicinity of the Gethsemane Church, one of the most important sites of the GDR opposition during the Peaceful Revolution in the autumn of 1989. Across several stages, visitors can look forward to a full-day programme exploring current issues relating to democracy and freedom in a global context.
‘Stories of Freedom’: Film Day
On 11 November, the Colosseum Cinema will host an all-day film programme entitled Stories of Freedom. The focus will be on stories of courage, resistance and social change. Filmmakers, activists and eyewitnesses will present their perspectives on the fight for democracy, freedom and human rights.
Events across the city
The Berlin Freedom Week programme is complemented by numerous events taking place across Berlin. These include conferences, discussions, readings, guided tours, film screenings, workshops and community events.
The full programmes will be published in the coming weeks.
What is Berlin Freedom Week?
Berlin stands like no other city in the world for freedom. With Berlin Freedom Week, a new festival emerges—celebrating democratic values, global alliances, and courageous initiatives. Conferences, cultural events, workshops, and interactive formats open up new spaces for dialogue, exchange, and participation.
At the same time , Berlin Freedom Week commemorates Berlin’s historical legacy, the Peaceful Revolution and the fall of the Berlin Wall. To this day, these events symbolise hope and the commitment to freedom and democracy throughout the world. They demonstrate that even far-reaching political changes can be achieved peacefully and democratically.
The week is aimed at Berliners, national and international guests of all generations—and at everyone committed to a free and just world.
Eyewitness Accounts of the Berlin Wall’s Fall
Why Berlin?
The fall of the Berlin Wall remains a powerful symbol of the triumph of freedom — a symbol that resonated around the world. Now, Berlin is once again making a statement as the host of a global movement. Berlin Freedom Week serves as a reminder that freedom can never be taken for granted — and that the courage of individuals has the power to transform entire societies.
