The 10 Best Events in Berlin in April

April is the month when Berlin finally wakes up from hibernation. Cafés fill their terraces again, parks become living rooms, and flowers start blooming everywhere — from the Tiergarten to the cherry blossoms on Bornholmer Straße. At the same time, the cultural scene is in full swing: concerts, festivals, markets, exhibitions, outdoor events. Berlin in April is unpredictable, but that's what makes it exciting: you can sit in the sun in a T-shirt or suddenly find yourself dancing in the drizzle at a street festival.

Here are the 10 best events that make Berlin's April so special: diverse, lively, and full of spring energy.

1. Berlin Spring Festival on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm

Roller coasters, Ferris wheel, cotton candy, live music, beer gardens — a classic folk festival with Berlin charm.

Perfect for families, dates, or a spontaneous after-work outing.

2. Cherry Blossom Festival “Hanami” (depending on the flowering season in April)

Along the Mauerweg on Bornholmer Strasse and in the Gardens of the World, pink blossoms transform the city into a Japanese spring fairy tale.

Why it's great: It's one of the most beautiful photo spots of the year.

3. Achtung Berlin – Festival for New German Cinema

A film festival that exclusively shows productions from Berlin and Brandenburg. From indie to documentary. Authentic stories, exciting perspectives, and many premieres.

Ideal for film fans who want to be close to the scene.

4. Gallery Weekend Berlin (end of April)

Galleries throughout Berlin open their doors simultaneously and present new contemporary art. You can see the most important contemporary artists—free of charge.

Our tip: Be sure to plan a visit to Charlottenburg and Mitte—this is where you'll find the most exciting works.

5. Berlin Half Marathon

21 kilometers through Mitte, past iconic sights—one of the biggest running events in Europe. The atmosphere is incredibly motivating, even if you're just cheering.

Best viewing spots: Karl-Marx-Allee or Alexanderplatz.

6. Berlin State Opera Festival

International stars, great orchestras, opera highlights — a festival for lovers of classical music. The program is one of the highest-quality classical events in Europe.

Our tip: Secure your tickets early — many performances sell out quickly.

7. Street Food Festival at the Kulturbrauerei

Food trucks, aromas from around the world, sweet, spicy, savory — authentic Berlin foodie life. A mini culinary world tour in just one afternoon.

Our tip: Be sure to try the small specialty stands.

8. Long Night of Opera and Theater

Around 50 stages offer workshops, short performances, exclusive insights, and mini-shows. An evening that shows how diverse Berlin's theater scene is.

9. Spring Festival in Britzer Garten / “Tulipan”

Hundreds of thousands of tulips in all colors, plus music, workshops, and family programs. One of the most impressive flower exhibitions in Germany!

Our tip: visit at sunset – the light makes the tulips look particularly intense.

10. Singer-Songwriter Open Air in Mauerpark

First open-air music, spontaneous jams, guitar sounds, picnic blankets – Mauerpark kicks off the season. It feels like pure spring!

Our tip: Walk up the hill – the view over the city is most beautiful from there.

April brings everything together in Berlin: blossoming avenues, outdoor vibes, cultural highlights, and the first big city festivals. It's the month when the city breathes again – and so do you. Whether it's art, nature, food, or music, April is the perfect start to a Berlin summer full of possibilities.