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Father's Day in Berlin

Vatertag

In the Christian faith, Ascension Day marks the return of Jesus Christ as the Son of God to his Father in heaven. In many places, including in Berlin, Ascension Day is also celebrated as Father's Day or Men's Day.

Events on May 14, 2026

Unser Deutschlandmärchen

Berliner Theatertreffen

May 01 - 17, 2026

The Berliner Theatertreffen ("Berlin Theatre Encounter") is the most important theatre festival in Germany, reuniting actors, theatre professionals, journalists and guests from all over the world in Berlin.  more

Concerts and Shows

Blinded by Delight: Grand Show at Friedrichstadt-Palast

Dreams come true in the capital: the Friedrichstadt-Palast will be presenting the Grand Show “Blinded by Delight” on the world's largest theater stage. more

Cirque du Soleil: Alizé

Cirque du Soleil's new show depicts a journey into the invisible with a blend of groundbreaking artistry and breathtaking magic, embedded in an adventure that transcends the limits of the imaginable. more

Wir sind am Leben - The Berlin Musical

With their new German musical, Peter Plate and Ulf Leo Sommer want to remember those who have gone, those who stayed behind, and what must not be forgotten—even if it has faded into the background. more

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

In Ted Huffman's production, the magical realm of the elf-king Oberon is a place of poetry and mystery, a place of dreams and theatre at the same time. Here, it often takes only simple means to awaken the imagination: a moon, a ladder, or even a whimsical,... more

Dracula - The Musical

Experience the immortal love story of “Dracula” as a captivating musical experience about eternal love, dark desire and the power of seduction - for the first time in Berlin! more

Bello!

Connecting storytelling with acrobatic choreographies, Bello! brings together six acrobats and one fish out of water actor in an examination of not just how we find the beauty within us but how we let it out. more

Berliner Philharmoniker: Klaus Mäkelä conducts Stravinsky’s “The Firebird”

With his ballet music The Firebird, the young Igor Stravinsky revolutionized the dance theatre – through an unusual fusion of Russian folk music with shimmering timbres and powerful rhythms. Klaus Mäkelä, the incoming Chief Conductor of the Amsterdam... more

Espresso-Konzert

At our Espresso Concerts in the early afternoon, we serve two kinds of caffeine – one made from Arabica beans and, of course, a cup of musical espresso: outstanding young talents present surprise programmes that really wake you up! Toru Takemitsu - „Distance... more

Rezital Daniil Trifonov und Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider

Thanks to his tremendous virtuosity, the clarity and brilliance of his playing, and the emotional depth of his interpretations, Daniil Trifonov, a Russian living in the US, has already achieved almost legendary status as a pianist in his mid-30s, delighting... more

DUCT TAPE – MOTHER’S DAY SHOW

The legendary Mother's Day show is back!For several years now, this event has been a fixture in the DUCT TAPE calendar and has become one of the most popular shows of the DUCT TAPE year. Drag, glamour and spectacular performances are perfect for spending... more

Beethoven Cycle with the Quatuor Ébène, Part 2

“The Quatuor Ébène approaches Beethoven’s string quartets as if freshly discovered, with energy, care, and dedication,” praised Deutschlandfunk when the ensemble released its complete recording of Beethoven’s quartets. From this season onwards, the four... more

Boat Tours

Schiffstour Müggelberge

River Cruise through Berlin's Southeast

Tickets for March 2026

This round trip in the southeast of Berlin starts at Treptower Park and offers a beautiful route along rivers and lakes to the magnificant landscape of the Müggelberge hills in Köpenick.  more

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Last edited: 5 June 2025