We’ve got a trio of openings at KW, the Berlin Burlesque Festival, Marina Abramović's “Balkan Erotic Epic”, Anja Schneider at the Berliner Dom, and much more!

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KW launches a trio of new exhibitions on Friday. Susan Hiller's 'Bad Dreams' explores the work of the UK artist's works from her time in Berlin in the early 2000s. Koo Jeong A presents "Oussean" exploring the fictional territory of Ouss, a kingdom that can be perceived by the mind but not by the eye at first glance. Finally, Egyptian artist Rafik Greiss's "The City and the City" considers the concept of time as fragments instead of linear movement, largely through a film with a soundtrack composed by musician 7038634357.

Julia Stoschek presents the European premiere of Arthur Jafa’s “N****s in Omelas” (2026) as the final event at the foundation, with two screenings on Thursday evening.

Everyone has a phone camera in their hand and every once in a while, those phones produce amazing photos. "Photos From Friends Phones" is a collection of these moments from local artists and friends.

Following her recent exhibition at Gropius Bau, Marina Abramović's “Balkan Erotic Epic” takes to the stage as the opening of the performing arts season at the Berliner Festpiele.

Berlin label Rebellion der Träumer celebrates 13 years with a three day party at Renate (the first in RdT history), under the theme "Reclaim Opulence".

Xtrude and Euphoria take over at RSO this weekend. Saturday is Elli Acula's Euphoria Sessions with Chris Liebing, Acula and Phil Berg while Sunday's XTRUDE features Truncate and Clarissa Kimskii.

It's time for ZENNER's marathon autumn weekender, with a stacked multi-genre lineup featuring Aleksi Perälä, Daniel Bell, DJ Fart in the Club and many more.

If you’re looking for a unique experience, here’s probably your only ever chance to catch Anja Schneider, plus a spectacular light show inside the Berliner Dom.

Ólafur Arnalds presents “Falling Apart Together”, for two nights at the Admiralspalast. Before the show, take a moment to enter a booth and describe a moment in your life that passed too quickly to possibly be shared during the performance.

Hands down, the best place in town to spot your favorite DJs over a glass of Pet Nat. This edition also features (non-techno) sets from Amotik, Cecilia Tosh and Tommy Four Seven, plus delicious pizza from Gabriele Locorotondo.

The cost of dining out has skyrocketed in the past year, which means most of us are extra cautious about eating out. But the True Italian Pizza Week is here to take some pressure off. This edition features 41 pizzerias across Berlin, each offering an €18 pizza-and-spritz menu (with option for vegetarians and non-alcoholic spritz). Cin cin!

Still in the mood for Oktoberbeset but hate the usual kitschy beer tent? EINS44 in Neukölln presents "Brezn statt Gedöns" (pretzels instead of fuss), with a menu of classic Bavarian dishes and zero kitsch.

Celebrate the launch of Grau magazine #4. The mew issue features multiple covers with Marina Abramović, Jeff Mills, and Martin Margiela, as well as features on Juergen Teller and Hans Ulrich Obrist.

Shake what your mama gave you with the Berlin Burlesque Festival. There’s three nights of performances featuring 50 performers from 14 countries and 4 continents—guaranteed to be the most magical, glamorous, and seductive festival experience in town.

The war is still raging in Ukraine and this weekend there’s a chance to listen more closely to stories emerging from this conflict. This year’s is “Emergency Spaces”, focusing on orientation, refuge, and solidarity in times of uncertainty. The festival opens tonight with the documentary “The Illusion of a Quiet Night”, which was filmed by forty filmmakers and hundreds of citizens across Ukraine on one night in July 2025.

For one night only, take a peek into the world of Berlin makers and manufacturers. There are multiple events to choose from, including Platte, mini ferments, Studio Belkisa and more. Entry is free, but some workshops require tickets and/or prior booking.