Highlights for Kids in Berlin 2026
Tips for spring, summer, autumn and winter
ExperienceBerlin with children – it’s possible any time of year! Whether in blossoming spring, under the summer sun, during golden autumn or in the festive winter season: the capital delights families all year round with exciting activities, family-friendly events and unforgettable destinations.
In spring, family-friendly spring festivals, zoos and open-air adventures invite you to embark on your first discovery tours. In summer , Berlin’s parks and lakes transform into popular destinations – perfect for picnics, boat trips or a visit to a children’s farm. Numerous family events, such as children’s concerts and street festivals, also make summer in Berlin a highlight.
Autumn beckons with colourful foliage, lantern parades and cultural events for young and old alike. Museums and theatres offer creative programmes for children, whilst outside, kite-flying and forest walks become adventures. And when winter arrives, Berlin delights with sparkling Christmas markets for families, ice rinks and cosy indoor activities such as interactive museums and water parks.
Whether it’s a short break or a family holiday in Berlin – there’s plenty for children and parents to discover, marvel at and enjoy together all year round. Find the best tips for your visit now:
Berlin in summer
Kick off the swimming season
When the temperatures rise, Berlin’s lakes and outdoor swimming pools are the perfect destinations for cooling off. Thanks to public transport, all the swimming spots are easily accessible. It’s best to take a look at our Berlin Swimming Map if you’re planning your next afternoon in the cool water. Berlin’s various water play areas also offer a place for play, fun and cooling off.
This year, the FEZ will be hosting a major three-day Children’s Day festival under the motto “My rights, my voice!”.
30 May to 1 June 2026
A taste of country life in the heart of Berlin
The children’s festival at Domäne Dahlem brings together learning, nature and fun – all in a unique setting. Over four days, from 10 am to 6 pm each day, the historic estate in the heart of Berlin becomes a lively place of discovery for children and their families.
Domäne Dahlem, Zehlendorf
6 and 7 June 2026
Never without a bike. The bicycle at the Post Office
An exciting journey through the history of the bicycle, featuring vintage bikes and original uniforms. Experience the daily working life of bicycle couriers through interactive activities.
Museum of Communication
until 23 August 2026
Hops and Hopsi – Summer Special
The Kulturhaus Spandau presents a unique summer special on the open-air stage at the Citadel. The show features the most popular acts by the clowns Hops and Hopsi from the past 45 years. Look forward to a rousing, creative and varied stage programme for the whole family.
Open-air stage at the Citadel
If you’d like to experience even more open-air theatre, take a look at:
Alizé – Cirque du Soleil show in Berlin
Fascinating acrobatics and magical, surreal enchantment: for the first time in Europe, the famous artists of Cirque du Soleil can be seen in permanent residence at Potsdamer Platz from Wednesday to Sunday.
Theatre at Potsdamer Platz
until 17 January 2027
With around 500 events, you can get to know Berlin’s natural spaces through guided tours, walks and extraordinary hands-on activities.
30 to 31 May 2026
Long Night of Science
Archives, laboratories and a wide range of renowned scientific institutions that are not usually open to the public invite you to events, guided tours and walks during the Long Night of Science .
Where: various museums and scientific institutions in Berlin and Potsdam
6 June 2026
With the traditional parade as its highlight, the“Köpenick Summer”is taking place again this year. With over 200 exhibitors and several stages, the event is a festival for the whole family. The programme includes a variety of music, culture and entertainment. Whether you’re feeling peckish or ravenous, you can enjoy local specialities and other delicacies.
Köpenick Palace Island
13 to 15 June 2026
The White Rose at the Admiralspalast
Winner of the German Musical Theatre Award, experience the story of Sophie and Hans Scholl and their fellow activists in this powerful musical on stage at the Admiralspalast.
Admiralspalast, Friedrichstraße 101, Mitte
10, 12 and 13 June 2026
It’s all about questions concerning the future – an exhibition by children for children.
German Museum of Technology, Berlin
until 27 June 2027
The Berlin Radio Tower offers a wonderful panoramic view from its viewing platform at a height of 126 metres.
Berlin Radio Tower
until 30 June 2026
What exciting secrets are there to discover at the zoo at night? Join a guide for an evening tour.
Berlin Zoological Garden
4 June to 14 August 2026
The church and culture festival invites you to concerts, exhibitions, workshops and spiritual reflections.
19 to 21 June 2026
The special exhibition at the Alte Nationalgalerie on Paul Cassirer offers fascinating insights into the Impressionist era and the question: What inspires people then and now? With guided tours for observing, asking questions and exchanging ideas.
Old National Gallery
until 27 September 2026
22nd Summer Family Theatre Series – The Best of Pettersson and Findus
The best stories and adventures of Pettersson and Findus await you on the open-air stage at Spandau Citadel.
until 9 September 2026
Family tour of the Deutsche Oper Berlin
Get to know the stages, rehearsal rooms, auditorium and set store in 60 minutes. Experience exciting behind-the-scenes insights at the Deutsche Oper.
From 4 July 2026
Family Open Lab – Smart and sustainable futures for agriculture
Futrium – the House of Futures
From 5 July 2026
Fairytale theatre for the whole family
The Heckmann Farms are transformed into an open-air stage with plays for the whole family. In case of rain, performances will take place indoors.
Children’s cinema under the stars
A fantastic programme for families and children at the Friedrichshain open-air cinema.
Friedrichshain
7 August 2026
Weißensee Flower Festival
This colourful, three-day neighbourhood festival takes place right next tothe park on Weißen See. Look forward to a varied stage programme and a wide range of activities for children and families. In addition, numerous street food stalls will provide a range of culinary delights. The exact programme is currently still being finalised, so stay tuned.
Amalienstraße / Albertinenstraße, Weißensee
28 August to 27 September 2026
Every year, more than 70 museums – large and small, as well as palaces and planetariums – open their doors until the early hours of the morning. Accompanied by a programme of music, dance and acrobatics.
When: 29 August 2026
Long Night of Museums
ISTAF
At the ISTAF, you can experience world-class sport up close: javelin, shot put, record-breaking sprints and many other sporting feats guarantee excitement and a wonderful atmosphere.
Olympic Stadium Berlin
30 August 2026
Young Euro Classics Children’s Day
This annual music festival brings together the world’s best youth symphony orchestras. The Konzerthaus Berlin becomes a hub of cultural exchange, where classical European music meets contemporary compositions from all over the world.
And here are a few more tips for the summer holidays in Berlin
Summer in Berlin is always special, and Berlin always offers a wonderful programme of outdoor events.
Theatres that also perform in summer
Berlin in autumn
Women’s Basketball World Cup
From 4 to 13 September at the Uber Arena and the Max-Schmeling-Halle under the motto ‘Time for HER Game’: the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026.
Book Rescue Festival at Springpfuhl
The Book Savers’ Festival at the Erich Weinert District Library in Springpfuhl invites families to a day full of reading fun and games. Children’s books in good condition can be purchased for 20 cents, giving stories a new lease of life.
Erich Weinert District Library
Date for 2026 to follow
Street Festival and Environmental Festival
The ufaFabrik Boulevard 2025 is hosting a colourful street art and environmental festival on the first weekend of September. On the site, guests can look forward to a varied cultural programme featuring live music, alongside arts and crafts, regional products, hands-on activities, and fun and games for the whole family at the children’s farm.
ufaFabrik: Open-air stage in the covered summer garden
6 September 2026
Children’s Festival: Düppel Museum Village
At the Düppel Museum Village, the Children’s Festival invites you to an exciting day of activities for the whole family. The fairy-tale witch Silberzweig enchants young and old alike, whilst horseshoe throwing, hammering wooden pegs and a varied play course offer plenty of opportunities to get involved.
Düppel Museum Village
Date for 2026 to follow
Family Day at Futurium
Family Day at the Futurium invites children and families to discover the future of agriculture under the theme ‘Microbes, Carrots, Combine Harvesters’. Through interactive displays, workshops, games and guided tours, everyone can learn in a fun way how modern technologies, sustainable practices and new food systems are shaping the agriculture of tomorrow.
Futurium
Date for 2026 to follow
Berlin is home to plenty of fascinating historical sites that are otherwise inaccessible. On Open Monument Day, their doors are open to everyone; you can watch restoration work being carried out by heritage experts and, of course, ask them anything. Always held on the second weekend in September across Germany for the whole family.
Historic sites throughout the city
12 and 13 September 2026
Müggelheim Harvest Festival
What better way to kick off autumn than with a harvest festival? The traditional Müggelheim Harvest Festival presents a varied programme of stage performances. There’s also arts and crafts, street food and fairground rides for children.
Alt-Müggelheim 22, Köpenick in September Traditional festival at Späth
At the Traditional Festival at Späth, families and gardening enthusiasts will find a colourful autumn festival on historic grounds. Around 120 exhibitors present plants, arts and crafts, and gardening ideas, whilst live music, culinary specialities and local wines ensure a great atmosphere. Children can look forward to fairy tales in the Black Barn, horse-drawn carriage rides and craft activities using natural materials.
Späth'sche Baumschulen in September
Torchlight concert
A sparkling sea of light from torches and children’s eyes. Every year, the band Rumpelstil treats children and parents alike to an unforgettable evening at the Waldbühne. Please don’t forget to bring your own torch!
Waldbühne Berlin
18 September 2026
One thing remains true every day: Berlin’s children’s museums introduce even the youngest visitors to exciting topics in a playful way, explaining how things work in creative ways and thus fostering their curiosity and imagination. Many major museums also offer special guided tours designed to introduce children to the worlds of art, science and history.
BMW Berlin Marathon
One of the world’s biggest running events, the Berlin Marathon, attracts more than 40,000 participants from around 120 nations to the German capital every autumn. And, of course, just as many spectators. The route takes runners past Berlin’s most important sights.
City centre streets, start and finish: Straße des 17. Juni
27 September 2026
As the days grow shorter, Berlin glows with a special light: squares and landmarks across the city are illuminated, and squares are bathed in colourful lights. J
9 to 18 October 2026
Autumn marks the return of the perfect time for a trip to the theatre.
From the well-known Gripstheater and the Atze Musiktheater to the Komische Oper and the Grashüpfer Puppet Theatre, you’ll find a fantastic programme here:
Children’s theatre in Berlin
Torchlight tours at the Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History not only shows you the largest dinosaurs but also offers interesting and exciting events such as the torchlight tour or the open museum workshop in the Microscopy Centre, and many more.
Berlin in winter
Winter in Berlin is a real adventure for the whole family! Take a stroll through the parks and then warm up with a hot chocolate in one of the many cosy family-friendly cafés. How about a day full of fun and games at a museum or one of Berlin’s many attractions?
Let’s bake something!
At the Kindermuseum-unterm-Dach, you can knead dough, bake bread and immerse yourself in the delicious world of baking.
Kindermuseum-unterm-Dach
Permanent exhibition
And for anyone who wants to let off some steam in between, you’ll find wonderful indoor playgrounds all over Berlin.
Stories from the Zeiss Großplanetarium
As well as the most successful audio drama series from the exciting world of The Three Investigators, there are also many other great audio dramas for the whole family.
Zeiss Grand Planetarium
Fairy-tale huts in Monbijou Park
Since 14 November, the Fairy Tale Huts have been inviting children into an enchanting fantasy world during the day and, in the evenings, become a stage for modern, sensory Grimm productions for adults.
For anyone who likes to get active, here are a few cool ice rinks in Berlin. But Berlin also has the perfect option for those of you who prefer indoor activities: Roller Kidz. A roller disco for children. You can hire roller skates and blades, or bring your own.
For creative families, the Ephraim Palais offers a free creative workshop for children aged 3 and over. Pictures are edited and imaginatively designed.
Berlin in spring
Berlin spring festivals
Berlin welcomes spring in style with its first major fair – the Spring Festival in Reinickendorf. A wide range of attractions awaits you at the fairground, featuring more than 50 showmen and women and nearly 80 rides. You can enjoy a truly special view of the colourful hustle and bustle and springtime Berlin from the Ferris wheel.
at the Central Fairground Berlin
Spring in the Gardens of the World
In spring, it’s not just nature that blossoms anew, but Berlin too. It’s getting warmer and the sun is finally shining more often. A visit to the Gardens of the World is a great opportunity for a cosy picnic amidst nature awakening from its winter slumber. The annual Cherry Blossom Festival also takes place there. Look forward to a sea of pink blossoms, numerous workshops, art and music. You can also marvel at cosplayers and their costumes and look forward to traditional Japanese crafts and culinary delights.
Spring Awakening at the Düppel Museum Village
The Düppel Museum Village has a very special programme on offer for the Easter holidays. At various stations, visitors of all ages can paint Easter eggs or weave washcloths from fabric scraps. There will also be historical children’s games and bread-on-a-stick baking. The guided tour ‘Spring in the Middle Ages’ is sure to be of interest too.
Clauertstraße 11, Zehlendorf
Podium heroes at the Wasserturm Library
The children’s programme at the Wasserturm Library features singing, painting, crafts and much more. The programme is aimed at children aged 2 to 6 and includes various hands-on activities and events. Little ones aged 2 to 6 can look forward to a varied picture book cinema programme and discover lots of interesting books and other media.
Prenzlauer Allee 227-228, Prenzlauer Berg
Every spring
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Berlin’s family folk festival. A varied and colourful programme for young and old is on offer, featuring various fairground rides and a creative stage programme. On Easter Sunday and Monday, the Easter Bunny will be handing out surprises to children. Wednesday is also Family Day, so you’ll get discounted prices on the rides. The cosy beer garden and other culinary highlights round off your visit.
Gutspark Britz, Parchimer/Fulhamer Allee
Easter holiday programme at Berlin Zoo
During the Easter holidays, Berlin Zoo offers a varied programme. With different themed days, participants are given a glimpse behind the scenes at the zoo. Experiments and craft projects are also on the agenda. A small packed lunch is included. Please note that tickets are available exclusively online in advance.
Berlin Zoo
Easter Games at Britzer Garten
If you’re still looking for something to do on Easter Sunday, why not consider the Easter games? The event is free and all children are welcome to take part. Look forward to a few tricky and exciting challenges. And, of course, lots of fun!
Britzer Garten
during the Easter holidays in Berlin
International Museum Day
This day is celebrated worldwide and, of course, numerous museums in Berlin are also taking part, sharing the aim of drawing attention to the broad spectrum of museum work and the incredible diversity of museums. International Museum Day has been a hit since 1977.
Various locations
