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Berlin Events 2026: The most important highlights for your city trip
Berlin is a stage all year round – for culture, music, film, sports, and history. Whether you're visiting the capital for the first time or want to rediscover Berlin again and again, numerous events are coming up in 2026 that you shouldn't miss as a visitor to Berlin. 2026 is definitely going to be a sporty year!
With the EasyCityPass Berlin, you can use all public transportation in Berlin without restriction and also benefit from discounts at many sights, museums, and attractions. This not only allows you to get to events stress-free, but also saves you money.
In this overview, you will find the most important events in Berlin in 2026, including typical dates – ideal for planning your trip.
- NBA Berlin Game 2026
- Internationale Grüne Woche Berlin
- Reopening of the Hohenzollern crypt
- Berlinale
- Carnival of Cultures
- Gallery weekend
- Fête de la Musique
- CSD
- Open-air-cinemas
- Berlin Art Week
- Berlin-Marathon
- German Unity Day
- Festival of Lights
- Christmas markets
Winter 2026: Basketball, Grüne Woche, Hohenzollern Crypt
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NBA Berlin Game 2026
📅 January 15, 2026
In January, Berlin will host its first regular NBA game in Germany. The North American basketball league NBA will be visiting Berlin. The Orlando Magic will face the Memphis Grizzlies at the Uber Arena. Numerous basketball fans from all over Europe are expected to flock to the capital. Due to high demand, tickets will be allocated by lottery.
For Franz and Moritz Wagner of the Orlando Magic, the game will be a real home game. Both grew up in Berlin and played for Alba Berlin before moving to the USA. Tristan da Silva, another German national player, is also on the Orlando roster. The Memphis Grizzlies will feature All-Stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., among others.
All further information about this NBA highlight in Berlin can be found on the website.
Internationale Grüne Woche Berlin
📅 January 16–25, 2026
The International Green Week Berlin is one of Berlin's most traditional trade fairs and one of the best-known events in Germany. What began as a simple local goods exchange has become the most important international trade fair for the food industry, agriculture, and horticulture. Since 1926, more than 72,000 exhibitors from 116 countries have presented a comprehensive range of products from all continents to over 29 million trade and private visitors.
For ten days, everything revolves around the topics of nutrition, agriculture, and horticulture. In the halls of the Berlin Exhibition Grounds, visitors can explore various themed worlds. In addition to the different regions of Germany, countries from all over the world also showcase their culinary offerings. Eating and sampling also play a major role in the market hall, where new street food trends and tried-and-tested classics are on offer.
Every year, the flower hall at Green Week is an absolute must for every visitor. In addition to colorful garden arrangements, there is a gardening stage program, garden shows, and interesting facts about urban gardening. During Green Week, numerous four-legged friends also reside at the exhibition grounds. In addition to horses, donkeys, and mules, dogs, cats, terrarium and aquarium inhabitants, and bees can be admired in the pet hall.
Further information on tickets and the program for the internationale Grüne Woche in Berlin can be found at de
Reopening of the Hohenzollern crypt in Berlin Cathedral
February 28 - March 1, 2026
After more than ten years of planning and six years of construction, Berlin Cathedral will celebrate the reopening of the Hohenzollern Crypt with an open house and a festive service over an entire weekend at the end of February 2026. The day is a gift to Berliners and visitors to the city.
"As the most important burial place of the Brandenburg and Prussian dynasty, the Hohenzollern Crypt holds centuries of history. With 91 preserved sarcophagi, the Hohenzollern Crypt impressively documents the development of sepulchral art and culture, as well as the changes in dynastic representation over five centuries.
It houses the coffins of important personalities, including Elector Joachim Friedrich and Queen Sophie Dorothea, the mother of Frederick II. The mortal remains of the Great Elector, King Frederick I, the first king of Prussia, and his beloved second wife, Queen Sophie Charlotte, also rest in the crypt."
Further information on the reopening of the Hohenzollern Crypt in Berlin Cathedral can be found on the website.
Spring 2026: Culture, Film & Colors
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Berlinale – Berlin International Film Festival
📅 February 12–22, 2026
The Berlinale is one of the most important film festivals in the world. Every year in February, it transforms Berlin into a meeting place for international stars, filmmakers, and movie fans. In addition to glamorous premieres, there are numerous public screenings—perfect for getting a taste of the festival atmosphere.
We have already compiled all the important information about the Berlinale for you in a blog article: the history of the Berlinale, what to expect at this year's edition, the latest scandals and controversies, how much Berlinale tickets cost this year, and where the Berlinale takes place.
EasyCityPass tip: Venues such as Potsdamer Platz, Zoo Palast, and Friedrichstadt-Palast can be reached quickly by subway and S-Bahn.
Carnival of Cultures
📅 May 22–25, 2026 (parade on May 24, 2026)
In late spring, Berlin celebrates its diversity. At the Carnival of Cultures, you can expect colorful parades, international music, dance, and street food from around the world—especially around Kreuzberg. At the big street parade on Pentecost Sunday, the Carnival of Cultures takes over public spaces with up to 4,000 carnival participants each year. This impressively showcases the city's cultural richness, the diversity of artistic expression, and the creative approach to various political and social issues.
All participants come from a wide variety of Berlin communities. Their motives and impulses are as diverse as the city of Berlin itself. People of all ages, with different backgrounds, from every neighborhood in Berlin have the opportunity to become part of the Carnival of Cultures network and to be visible to the public with their art and their concerns.
Further information about the Carnival of Cultures and the complete program can be found on the website.
Gallery Weekend Berlin
📅 May 1–3, 2026
Art lovers should not miss Gallery Weekend. Hundreds of galleries open new exhibitions simultaneously, turning Berlin into a hotspot for contemporary art. Founded in 2005 by a collaboration of Berlin galleries, it has established itself as a highlight on the international art calendar. Gallery Weekend celebrates galleries and artists in this unique format, offering high-caliber exhibitions and an unparalleled experience of Berlin and its gallery spaces.
The complete Gallery Weekend Berlin program can be found on the website.
Summer 2026: Open-Air, Music & big events
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Fête de la Musique
📅 June 21, 2026
On June 21, Berlin will become an open-air stage. At the Fête de la Musique, musicians of all genres will perform free of charge on streets, squares, and in parks—ideal for a spontaneous summer day in the city.
The complete program for the Fête de la Musique, including all performance locations, can be found on the website.
EasyCityPass tip: Perfect for spontaneous changes of venue between stages – just hop on and keep partying.
Christopher Street Day (CSD Berlin)
📅 July 25, 2026
CSD Berlin is one of the largest Pride events in Europe. The colorful parade and grand closing ceremony stand for diversity, tolerance, and equality—an absolute highlight in Berlin's event calendar.
Information about the program, the route, and Pride Month can be found on the website.
Open-air cinema & festivals
From open-air cinemas to music festivals such as Lollapalooza, summer in Berlin takes place outdoors. Many locations are easily accessible by bus and train.
We have compiled a comprehensive overview of the most important open-air cinemas in Berlin in a blog article.
Fall 2026: History, Lights & Design
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Berlin Art Week
📅 September 9–13, 2026
Berlin Art Week connects fairs, museums, galleries, and off-spaces, offering a comprehensive overview of the city's current art scene. Berlin Art Week is the largest gathering of Berlin's contemporary art scene. The festival presents special exhibitions, performances, film screenings, and talks throughout the city. Here you can discover, experience, and discuss contemporary art in Berlin.
The complete program for Berlin Art Week, including all exhibition venues and artists, can be found on the website.
52. BMW Berlin-Marathon
📅 September 27, 2026
One of the world's largest running events, the Berlin Marathon attracts more than 40,000 participants from around 120 nations to the German capital every fall. And, of course, just as many spectators. The atmosphere along the route is special. The route passes Berlin's most important sights. Running through the Brandenburg Gate and being literally carried to the finish line – here, every single participant makes history.
All information about the Berlin Marathon, such as the route, starting documents, marathon app, results, and much more, can be found on the website.
German Unity Day
📅 October 3, 2026
Berlin celebrates German Unity Day with concerts, exhibitions, and political events. As a German national holiday, it commemorates German reunification. Since 1990, the official celebration of German Unity Day has usually taken place in the capital of the federal state that holds the presidency of the Bundesrat at that time. The official state ceremony is usually followed by a public festival. As the capital, Berlin is particularly in the spotlight.
Festival of Lights
📅 October 9–18, 2026
In October, Berlin's sights are illuminated by spectacular light installations during the Festival of Lights. The Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Cathedral, and TV Tower become a glowing backdrop—perfect for evening discovery tours and photography enthusiasts.
We have summarized everything you need to know about the Festival of Lights in our blog article: dates, routes, places that will be illuminated, and tips for a perfect Festival of Lights in Berlin.
Winter 2026/2027: Christmas markets & traditions
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Christmas markets in Berlin
📅 Late November to December 2026
During Advent, numerous Christmas markets attract visitors—from the classic market at Gendarmenmarkt to alternative concepts in Kreuzberg or Prenzlauer Berg. Mulled wine, arts and crafts, and magical lights are all part of the experience.
We have compiled an overview of the most important Christmas markets in Berlin for you in our blog article.
Conclusion: Berlin 2026 offers events for every taste – and with the EasyCityPass Berlin, you can get around flexibly, sustainably, and affordably. Plan your trip and experience the capital at its most exciting. Buy your EasyCityPass Berlin directly from our online shop! See you soon in Berlin!