Autumn has enchanted us with its natural splendour and inspired a variety of activities – from unusual pumpkin exhibitions and walks along the 700-metre-long treetop path to hearty autumn dishes in the city’s oldest restaurant. This season has it all. But while in October we are still fully embracing autumn, we are now approaching that special time between colorful foliage and glowing fairy lights, between pumpkin soup and roast goose, between autumn enthusiasm and Christmas anticipation. During this exciting transitional phase, Berlin has an exciting mix of events in store – and we want to introduce them to you now!
Autumn break just 1 hour from Berlin: peace, nature and digital detox
When the gray days and chilly air spread in November, a little retreat into the countryside is just the thing. Just an hour away from Berlin, the modern off-grid cabins in Brandenburg offer the perfect break for body and soul – ideal for a real digital detox. Nestled in a picturesque autumn landscape between forests and fields, you can switch off, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Large panoramic windows, a fireplace, queen-size bed and lovely details create a feeling of security. Whether it’s yoga on the terrace, walks in the fog or simply doing nothing – there’s no better way to spend November. You can find all the information about this perfect fall break and the cabins here!
Ask all the important questions at Berlin Science Week
November kicks off with a whole load of science. From November 1 to 10, Berlin Science Week will host more than 200 events on topics such as health & well-being, earth & space, social trends & transformations or art & science.
📌Location: Various venues | Date: November 1 to 10 | More info
Enjoy the jazz festival in November
One of Europe’s oldest and most renowned jazz festivals is taking place this year from October 30 to November 2 at the Berliner Festspiele’s Haus
. What can you expect? A varied concert program with 120 international musicians from 20 countries. In the 62nd edition of Jazzfest Berlin, you can look forward to 25 acts over four days – with a special focus on younger voices and current projects from the international jazz scene.
📌Location: Various venues | Date: October 30 to November 2 | More info
Inspiration instead of autumn blues: the most exciting exhibitions in Berlin
November is the perfect time to discover Berlin’s art scene – warm, inspiring and independent of the weather. Numerous exciting exhibitions are currently waiting to be explored in the capital: At Hamburger Bahnhof, Klára Hosnedlová is showing “Embrace”, a fascinating installation made of textiles and concrete, while Delcy Morelos creates a connection between man and nature in “Madre” using earth, clay and spices. The Neue Nationalgalerie is dedicating a retrospective to Margarethe von Trotta, while Rico Puhlmann’s fashion photographs from the 50s to the 90s at the Museum of Photography will take you back in time. If you want to experience something completely different, you can take a unique look at the anatomy of life at KÖRPERWELTEN in the Berlin TV Tower – perfect for cold fall days. More information about the current exhibitions can be found here!
Escape the fall weather in the city’s saunas
For many, November marks the start of a low mood that persists throughout the dark season. And when the vacation budget is exhausted and a spontaneous change of scenery seems almost impossible, the drama is perfect! Fortunately, there is a remedy: the saunas in Berlin give you cozy warmth and a feeling of security – at least for a while. And if you also treat yourself to a massage in the city, you can leave the gray dreariness behind you for good.
Explore exciting yoga variations
Autumn brings more peace and quiet back into our lives – the perfect opportunity to discover a new hobby. How about unusual yoga variations such as aerial, hot pod or boulder yoga, for example?
Watch a film at the Berlin International Short Film Festival
Interfilm Berlin is the capital’s international short film festival and takes place this year from November 4 to 9. The program includes around 400 films from over 120 countries – international and German productions – as well as 60 events and the popular “Eject” competition. The venues are spread across 20 locations in the city, including Babylon Mitte, the Volksbühne and the Roter Salon.
📌Location: Various venues | Date: November 4 to 9 | More info
Dia de los muertos at the Humboldt Forum
While death in Europe is associated with mourning, dark colors and despair, the Mexican festival of the dead, Dia de los muertos, puts the topic in a completely different light. It is celebrated as a colorful folk festival where you can connect with your deceased loved ones. You can celebrate it in the Holzmarkt with live music, face painting and performances, among other things.
📌Location: Holzmarkt, Holzmarktstraße 25, Friedrichshain | Date: October 31 to November 1 | More info
Go on exciting adventures at the Berlin Fairytale Days
For over thirty years, the Fairy Tale Days have held their own in the capital’s cultural program! Its visitors come from all over the world to listen to the exciting stories from all cultures. They are the lowest common denominator between different cultures, because at their core, the wishes and dreams of all people are identical: we all want a life of peace, health, love and contentment. You can experience the diverse program between 6 and 23 November.
📌Location: Various venues | Date: November 6 to 23 | More info
The Christmas markets open again
Before the pre-Christmas season gets into full swing with all its stress, you can make yourself comfortable at some of the first Christmas markets in November – the season starts on November 24! You can find our selection of the 10 most beautiful Christmas markets here!