Berlin undoubtedly has a vibrant music scene with a huge cultural range and offers numerous activities and events for music lovers of all kinds. Whether you’re looking for the best live music events, festivals, record stores or music tours, Germany’s capital has something for everyone. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the choice or just looking for a few ideas, the following 7 plans for music lovers in Berlin might help:
Unique listening experiences at Berlin’s Listening Bars
The concept of listening bars originated in Japan and describes special bars with a unique atmosphere where listening to music is the focus and not just background music. Here, high-quality audio systems and carefully curated music, usually played on vinyl, are used to provide visitors with a very special listening experience in a relaxed environment.
If you are looking for the best listening bars in Berlin, you should definitely stop by Rhinoçéros Jazz Bar! As a pioneer among the city’s listening bars, it offers you a cozy atmosphere with high-end audio equipment and an impressive vinyl collection. Unkompress and Bar Neiro are also popular hotspots for music lovers.
Live music in various venues
Of course, live music in Berlin is a dime a dozen! The capital offers you a huge selection of different venues where you can enjoy small and large concerts of all kinds. Whether you’re looking for electronic beats, want to show off your headbanging skills at rock and metal concerts or prefer classical music – Berlin is guaranteed to have the right venue for all tastes.
If you want to know more and are looking for some tips, be sure to check out our list of the best venues for live music in Berlin!
Tours through Berlin’s music history
Experience music history up close and personal and embark on exciting themed tours through our capital with Berlin Musictours. There are various options on offer depending on your interests, from an exclusive tour of the legendary Hansa Studios, where countless local and international stars have made history, to bus tours through the city’s rock, pop and club music scene, to artist-specific special tours that will introduce you to the Berlin of David Bowie, Depeche Mode and other stars. A true paradise for all music fans!
Legendary music festivals
Music festivals are also not uncommon in Berlin and offer you a wide range of musical experiences all year round, from mainstream to avant-garde! Probably the best-known festival in Berlin is the 2-day Lollapalooza, which will take place for the eighth time this year on July 12 and 13 in the Olympiastadion and Olympiapark. Here you can expect a varied music program from a wide range of genres including interactive areas and lots of fun.
But street festivals such as the Carnival of Cultures in Kreuzberg and experimental festivals such as Berlin Atonal are not neglected either. The list of legendary music festivals in Berlin is long and offers the right event for everyone.
The best record stores in the city
Vinyl fans take note: the following record stores are known for their impressive collections and cult status and should definitely not be missed when visiting Berlin!
Hard Wax in Kreuzberg has been an institution for electronic music since 1989 and offers you an excellent selection of techno, house and dub. At OYE Records, you can expect imports from international underground scenes and lively in-store sessions, among other things, and Dodo Beach in Schöneberg impresses with its extensive selection and is a popular haven for music lovers and vinyl collectors of all kinds.
Classical music by candlelight with Candlelight
The magical candlelight concerts offer a special highlight for all music lovers, breathing new life into timeless classics as well as all your favorite modern songs in an extraordinary atmosphere. The sparkling tribute concerts take place in impressive venues in Berlin and present music from a wide variety of genres in a beautiful classical interpretation between thousands of glowing candles.
Berlin’s legendary techno scene
Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten the legendary techno scene of our capital city! We are also known internationally for our wide range and rich culture when it comes to electronic music – and rightly so. No matter what kind of techno you’re looking for, Berlin is guaranteed to have the right spot with the perfect ambience for all preferences.
The choice of clubs feels endless and can quickly become a little overwhelming. If you’re looking for a little help to successfully master Berlin’s nightlife, you should definitely check out our top selection of 10 clubs that you shouldn’t miss!