Berlin Weeks
Each week is unique
In Berlin, you can visit trade fairs, congresses or conferences on a wide variety of topics almost every week of the year. From fashion to music to delicacies: The German capital has become a hotspot for international trade visitors. Here you can discover the latest trends and make contacts at the shows, galleries, stands and performances.
May: "Magnus Hirschfeld - Stars of his queer Berlin"
Together with the Gay Museum, the Mitte Museum is organising a special themed week around Magnus Hirschfeld . The focus is on his work as a sex researcher, the after-effects of his work and his significance for today's queer debates. A film preview, an interactive city tour via QR code and a panel discussion will open up new perspectives on his life and encourage a critical examination of his legacy.
The theme week on Magnus Hirschfeld will take place in 2025 from 12 to 16 May.
May: Berlin Design Week
For one week, all of Berlin shows what it has to offer in terms of design. During Berlin Design Week, you can experience the diverse Berlin and international design scene. This year, the week will take up the current theme "COMMON SENSE" in its diverse formats more than ever before. Berlin Design Week showcases the creative potential of the capital's design scene at numerous locations and online. Designers and companies also present their latest collections and prototypes here.
The next Berlin Design Week will take place from 15 May to 18 May 2025.
July: Berlin Fashion Week
In July, you can marvel at the international fashion world in Berlin. At Berlin Fashion Week, the capital is transformed into a catwalk. Designers, models, celebrities and the press: everyone is on the lookout for the latest trends at the numerous shows, exhibitions and events.
The highlights of Fashion Week are the fashion shows, where labels present their new collections. Immerse yourself in the world of fashion, explore Berlin's innovative look and enjoy the designers' new creations.
Fashion Week 2025 takes place from 30 June to 3 July.
July: Pride Month Berlin
Pride Month Berlin is taking place for the fourth time this year. During this time, you can take part in a colourful party for cosmopolitanism and tolerance for four weeks. The LGBTQ+ scene will wrap the entire city in rainbow flags and take a stand against homophobia and transphobia. Celebrate with us, set an example against discrimination and in favour of respect and enjoy this unique spectacle. Europe's Queer Capital Berlin invites you to the weirdest party in the city.
Pride Month Berlin 2025 will take place from 26 June to 26 July. And as always, the crowning finale is the CSD Parade on 26 July.
August: Pop-Kultur
At Pop-Kultur, you have the opportunity to meet with a wide variety of players from the music scene. You can talk to producers, discuss with representatives of music labels or exchange ideas with young musicians. After all, promoting young talent is a top priority here alongside the live events.
Live music wherever your ears reach
Enjoy world premieres by newcomers and established musicians alike. Stand in the front row when some artists perform their "Commissioned Works", i.e. works specially commissioned for this occasion. Or be surprised by new collaborations between regional and international artists.
You can also attend numerous readings, exhibitions or films about music. Don't miss the lectures and discussion panels during the festival, where scientists will explain current trends and movements.
Pop-Kultur Berlin 2025 takes place from 25 to 30 August.
August: Berlin Brettspiel Con
Experience three days of board game fun at the Berlin Brettspiel Con at the Estrel Convention Centre. Hundreds of titles are waiting to be tested by you in the free games lending centre - in the large, air-conditioned games area or during the GameNights on Friday and Saturday. Discover prototypes with the developers, take part in tournaments, browse the "Bring & Buy" flea market or be inspired by creative game illustrations in the Artist Alley. Food stands in the indoor and outdoor areas will provide suitable refreshments.
Berlin Brettspiel Con 2025 from 1 to 3 August at the Estrel Convention Center.
September: Berlin Beer Week
Hops, malt and water: at first glance, beer is a pretty simple affair - and yet each beer develops its own very special flavour. You can celebrate this diversity at the Berlin Beer Week. In keeping with its 10th anniversary, beer is the number one talk of the town in Berlin for ten days a year: brewers, retailers and beer lovers come together here to discuss brewing methods and fermentation times.
Taste your way through the many different beers. What do you fancy: traditional or modern? Hoppy, tart or smooth? Full or sparkling? Find your favourite and talk to the brewers about the taste details of the individual beers.
Whether at a beer tasting on the Spree, at exciting tapping events by international breweries or at events with live music - Berlin Beer Week invites you to discover and enjoy a varied programme.
Every year, you can also try the official festival beer served by the participating locations. So there are plenty of incentives for a tasty trip to Berlin during Beer Week.
Berlin Beer Week 2025 takes place from 29 August to 6 September.
September: Berlin Art Week
It's big and bold in the diaries of art dealers and gallery owners: Berlin Art Week is one of the most important events for contemporary art. Every autumn, you can take part in more than 100 exhibitions, fairs, award ceremonies and other art-related events in the capital.
The fairs and exhibitions are known for their innovative character. So you can look forward to new artistic positions and get an idea of how lively the art scene is. Here you will traditionally find international newcomers alongside established gallery owners. Here you will meet artists, collectors and museum directors at numerous panel discussions. And here you can take in performances, shows and installations.
Berlin Art Week 2025 takes place from 10 to 14 September.
September: Coffee Week
Are you a coffee lover:in? Would you like to find out about the latest techniques and trends at workshops and lectures? And even better: test fine coffee specialities from growing regions all over the world with a wide variety of coffee roasts? Then make your way to local roasteries and cafés where you can brew, cup and savour during the second Coffee Week in Berlin. A colourful programme and delicious coffee in many varieties awaits you.
Coffee Week 2025 takes place from 24 to 28 September.
October: Festival of Lights
The Festival of Lights invites you to experience the many squares and sights dressed in light and beautifully illuminated. Have you ever seen the Brandenburg Gate entwined with colourful trees and lianas? Or the Berlin Cathedral painted with red hearts? Have you ever seen a portrait of Marilyn Monroe on Potsdamer Platz that takes up five storeys of a building façade? Every year, you can discover similarly spectacular light installations throughout the city.
The Festival of Lights ensures that various landmarks, squares, interesting places or entire neighbourhoods are illuminated in a different, exciting light every year. National and international artists transform the capital into one big stage. From 7 p.m. to midnight, the sights will be illuminated and you can see the installations on various tours.
The Festival of Lights 2025 will light up Berlin from 8 to 15 October.
October: Berlin Food Week
This year, the Berlin Food Week will once again feature the most delicious dishes from around the world on the menu. At Germany's most diverse food festival, chefs, restaurateurs and food manufacturers will be showcasing their food. Feast your way through the delicacies and enjoy both regional and international cuisine.
Berlin becomes a Mecca for gourmets during Food Week. Culinary delights throughout the city. Sautéing, braising, poaching - here you will not only see how food is prepared using a wide variety of techniques. You can also try out the new creations - or pick up a wooden spoon yourself. Various workshops will give you the opportunity to put together a menu of your favourite dishes with professional guidance and first-class equipment.
Berlin Food Week 2025 takes place from 6 to 12 October.
November: Berlin Science Week
For its 10th anniversary, Berlin Science Week is looking to the future: under the motto "BEYOND NOW" more than 300 events are focussing on change, research and future issues. You can look forward to a diverse programme of panel discussions, city walks, live podcasts, exhibitions and performances - formats that bring science and society together in new ways and are close to the issues of our time.
Berlin Science Week 2025 takes place from 1 to 10 November.
January: Green Week
Once a year, Berlin attracts you with a unique experience: the International Green Week Berlin is unrivalled worldwide. In addition to the latest trends in food, agriculture and horticulture, exhibitors present a wide range of topics, including holidays and shopping in the countryside and renewable energies. You can get a glimpse behind the scenes of modern agriculture at the Farm Experience and the Organic Market will provide information about organically grown products.
The International Green Week Berlin 2026 will take place from 16 to 25 January.
February: Berlinale - International Film Festival
In February, Berlin will once again be the meeting place for film enthusiasts from all over the world. The Berlin International Film Festival, better known as the Berlinale, presents more than 400 films, including thrilling premieres, exciting documentaries and innovative short films.
Experience the glamour of the red carpet, enjoy the diversity of cinematic art and immerse yourself in the world of the Berlinale. Special highlights include the presentation of the Golden Bear and numerous exciting events in the supporting programme - from discussions to film screenings at special locations in the city.
The Berlinale is not only a cultural highlight, but also an important event for the film industry, attracting numerous stars, directors and filmmakers every year. It is the perfect opportunity to experience Berlin from a creative and international perspective.
The Berlinale 2026 will take place from 12 to 22 February.
Berlinale - International Film Festival
March: MaerzMusik
MaerzMusik brings contemporary music in all its facets to Berlin. In an exciting programme of concerts, installations and interdisciplinary projects, this year's focus is on the socio-political, cultural and ecological issues of the present.
Look forward to the German premiere of "MELENCOLIA" and extraordinary works by Enno Poppe, Chaya Czernowin and many others. The festival invites you to experience music and performance beyond traditional boundaries and discover new perspectives on sound and art.
MaerzMusik 2026 takes place from 21 to 30 March.
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