5 insider recommendations for a Berlin weekend getaway
Berlin, the city of culture and arts, is once again brimming with a diverse array of events this weekend. Whether you're a music enthusiast, a theater lover, or a family looking for fun activities, there's something for everyone.
Live Music and Festivals
For those seeking high-energy beats, the Karneval Open Air and Party at Ritter Butzke in Kreuzberg is a must-visit. Featuring DJ duo Super Flu and 20 other artists, this 18-hour event promises an unforgettable night under the stars, free with online registration.
Moreover, the celebrations for the 200th anniversary of Museum Island include open-air concerts at the Kolonnaden Bar. For a more family-friendly experience, the Rumpelstil torchlight concerts offer a magical evening for children and families.
Theater and Workshops
Theater lovers will find a wealth of options this weekend. For instance, the play based on Astrid Lindgren's children's book classic "Pippi Longstocking" is being performed at Freilichtbühne Zitadelle.
If contemporary dance is more your style, Lucinda Childs, a New York choreography and dance legend, is performing a contemporary dance show called "Stone" at Radialsystem. Ticket reservations can be made by calling 030 288 78 850.
For those interested in theater workshops, DAS MINSK Kunsthaus in Potsdam is hosting a "Family Sunday" event with tours of the current art exhibition and creative workshops for children to paint, build, or design their own art.
Children's Activities
Berlin is a family-friendly city, offering interactive children's museums like ANOHA at the Jewish Museum and guided adventure tours for kids at places like Berlin Zoo or Museum für Naturkunde, including nocturnal dinosaur tours.
Additional Options
For those interested in music creation, especially women and non-binary participants, the FLINTA* Ableton Workshop on experimental sound design and music production is available.
Live Performances
Ski Aggu, a popular Berlin rapper known for his ski goggles and chill tracks, is performing live at Parkbühne Wuhlheide on Saturday at 6:30 PM. Tickets, ranging from 70 Euro, are available for purchase at www.eventim.de.
The live show "Oh what a Night" at Bar jeder Vernunft is offering tickets for both Saturday (8 PM) and Sunday (7 PM) shows. This weekend, the venue will be hosting a live show featuring four performers singing hits from Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Tickets range from 30-50 Euro, and the venue is located at Schaperstraße 24, Wilmersdorf.
Meanwhile, Shakespeare's classic "Romeo and Juliet" is being retold as a modern theater production. Ticket prices for this show at Theater des Westen range from 46.99 Euro, and tickets can be purchased at www.stage-entertainment.de.
Lastly, the show "Stone" at Radialsystem is taking place on Sunday at 6 PM. This show features a text by writer Gertrude Stein. Ticket price for this show is 18 Euro. The show "Pippi Longstocking" at Freilichtbühne Zitadelle is taking place on Sunday at 4 PM, and ticket price for this show is 12 Euro.
In summary, this weekend offers diverse experiences: from high-energy live music and all-night parties, through engaging family-oriented art workshops and children’s theater, to immersive museum events tied to a major city-wide cultural anniversary. Tickets and further details for many events are available on Berlin’s official event portals.
For fashion and beauty enthusiasts, the 18-hour event at Ritter Butzke offers an opportunity to showcase their style under the stars.Food and drink connoisseurs can explore the diverse culinary offerings across the city, including open-air concerts at Kolonnaden Bar.Travel aficionados may find inspiration from the various workshop opportunities, such as the Ableton Workshop for FLINTA* participants, enabling them to create their own music.
