Attention night owls! If you want to get to know the diversity of Berlin’s nightlife, there are plenty of other creative options in the city besides all the techno clubs that unfold for you after dark. From colorful night markets to unusual comedy and variety shows to atmospheric live music events – our capital offers plenty of unique night-time highlights for culture vultures, guaranteeing you an entertaining evening.
Treat yourself to a drink in the open air
Let’s start with the basics – if you’re looking for relaxed places to enjoy the sunset with a drink in your hand, one of Berlin’s many open-air & rooftop bars could be an atmospheric option. Our capital offers a variety of popular locations for idyllic evenings or late nights with spectacular views and a special flair, such as the Klunkerkranich in Neukölln, the meisterschueler with a beautiful view of the Spree or the Monkey Bar, from which you have a perfect view of the Berlin Zoo’s monkey house.
Browse through Berlin’s night markets
Berlin impresses night owls not only with its numerous trendy clubs and bars, but also with various entertaining night markets that offer culinary highlights, live music and shopping for all tastes. Take a look at the night market in the Napoleon complex, for example, which combines vintage, fashion, street food and live DJ sets, or enjoy food, drinks and live music as well as an extensive recycling paradise at the rooftop night flea market above the rooftops of Berlin at the Gesundbrunnen-Center.
Enjoy hot jazz, ragtime & blues hits
At The Jazz Room, popular jazz hits meet spontaneous improvisation in an intimate setting. On selected evenings, the show takes you back to New Orleans in the 1920s and presents a spectacular selection of jazz classics performed by a talented live band. Sit back and relax with a cocktail and let yourself be whisked away on a journey to the roots of a unique genre.
Discover Berlin’s diverse museums
On August 30, 2025, the Long Night of Museums will take place in Berlin for the 41st time. The event, which was first organized in 1997, is an annual highlight in Berlin’s cultural calendar and this year’s theme is “Love”. On this evening, 75 museums, exhibition venues, memorials and special places will open their doors for you from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. and offer special events, guided tours, workshops and more.
Become a juror for an evening
Attention true crime fans: The Jury Experience offers you a unique interactive courtroom drama where you, the audience, take on the role of the jury. Get ready to analyze various pieces of evidence, listen to witness testimonies and ultimately vote together on the final verdict. You are not just silent observers, but active participants in a gripping trial!
Experience atmospheric evening entertainment
Looking for something to laugh about? Berlin has a lively scene for evening comedy and variety shows, ranging from classic cabarets to modern stand-up clubs. From the Wintergarten Berlin, one of the city’s most traditional variety theaters, to the Downstairs Comedy Club and the Distel Kabarett Theater for political satire, everyone is guaranteed to find the right location for an entertaining night out.
Visit a candlelight concert
The candlelight concerts in Berlin offer you a truly magical musical experience. Enjoy a wide selection of classical concerts in an enchanting atmosphere, surrounded by thousands of candles. Here you can experience the music of your favorite artists in a completely new way – from Coldplay, Ed Sheeran and Adele to Metallica and magical film soundtracks, there is something for everyone. Most of the concerts take place in the evening and you can choose from some of the most beautiful venues in Berlin.
And if you can’t get enough of string ensembles, you should definitely check out our guide to classical music highlights in Berlin!