Classic Open Air on Gendarmenmarkt

July 9 - 14, 2026

Guests watch the start of the Classic Open Air concert series at Gendarmenmarkt.

For a few days every summer, Gendarmenmarkt in the heart of Berlin is transformed into a concert stage for the finest classical music concerts.

On five evenings in July, popular classical and modern melodies are performed at the Classic Open Air under the starry sky, set against the magnificent neoclassical architecture of the Konzerthaus, the French Cathedral and the German Cathedral. The events are accompanied by light and fire displays.

About the Classic Open-Air concert at Gendarmenmarkt

The classical music concerts aim to appeal to a broad audience. The festival's artistic range extends from so-called "star" concerts to "concept" concerts and so-called crossover concerts, in which pop, rock or jazz music is always fused with the classical ensemble. That is why the festival's title uses "Classic" instead of "Klassik" to highlight this breadth.

Program 2026

The Classic Open Air will be officially opened on July 9, 2026, by the Konzerthausorchester Berlin under the baton of Joana Mallwitz. Giovanni Zarrella will perform on July 10, Joja Wendt on July 11 and violinist David Garrett will take over on July 12 with his current "Millennium Symphony" program. On July 13, the Dutch band HAEVN will play, and the legendary band Alphaville will perform on July 14 to close the festival.

Tickets for the Classic Open Air 2026

At a Glance

• Event: Classic Open Air 2026
• Location: Gendarmenmarkt
• Start: 9 July 2026
• End: 14 July 2026
• Admission Fee:
  Varies depending on the concert