Berlin Food Week 2026

Berlin Food Week at a Glance

Every year during Berlin Food Week, Berlin transforms into a vibrant testing ground for chefs, restaurateurs, startups, and producers from around the world. The festival centers on enjoyment and sustainability—guests are invited to discuss topics such as the origin, quality, and preparation of food and to discover new trends.

Since the first Berlin Food Week, over 340,000 people from all over the world have come to Berlin to take part in the diverse events. Every year, workshops, networking events, and conferences take place throughout the city. But the heart of the festival remains the food tastings: look forward to one culinary delight after another.

What makes Berlin Food Week so special

• On Friday and Saturday of the festival week, you’ll find the House of Food at Bikini Berlin. Here, local artisans, international brands, regional producers, and innovative startups present all kinds of culinary innovations.

• Berlin Food Week focuses on sustainability and innovative alternatives to animal products—perfect for anyone who wants to combine a green lifestyle with culinary enjoyment.

• At professional cooking events, you can look forward to experimental preparations, expert tips, and hands-on activities.

• At the various events, you can strike up conversations with other guests, exhibitors, organizers, and chefs and exchange ideas on culinary topics.

• For the first time, the OkSoberfest adds a dedicated festival for non-alcoholic enjoyment: Over three days at the Kulturbrauerei, innovative non-alcoholic beers and drinks will be showcased, complemented by a diverse program of tastings, shows, and masterclasses.

The History of Berlin Food Week

Berlin Food Week has been taking place regularly since 2014—since then, over 540 exhibitors and 700 chefs have cooked for festival guests. What began as a platform for discussion about the quality, origin, and preparation of food is now one of Germany’s largest food festivals. With a strong focus on sustainability and mindful consumption, Berlin Food Week is a melting pot for innovative food trends, sustainable concepts, and culinary experiments.

Our tips for your visit to Berlin Food Week

• Check the details of the individual events well in advance and note the various opening hours. Berlin Food Week takes place at various venues throughout Berlin.

• Check with the individual restaurants regarding accessibility.