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Berlin: Some Peculiarities of the 2026 Elections

🗳️ Berlin is gearing up for the 2026 elections. Who is eligible to vote, how the House of Representatives is formed, and why a large-scale information campaign for voters is being conducted.

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Culture and Remembrance Days 2026 in Berlin: Programme

🕊️ From August 22 to September 5, Berlin will host Days of Culture and Remembrance: meetings, guided tours, forums, and commemorative events dedicated to historical memory.

The Willkommensgutscheine program has been launched!

👧 Berlin is launching the Willkommensgutscheine program: families will receive certificates to help place their children in daycare centers and day-care groups without additional applications.

Is It Safe to Swim in Berlin? Water Test Results

🏖️ Berlin authorities have published up-to-date data on water quality at bathing sites. Most bodies of water are safe; however, warnings are in effect at two beaches due to cyanobacterial blooms.

Rent Control in Berlin: What the First Inspections Revealed

🏠 Berlin has published the initial results of its online rent check. Thousands of inquiries helped identify hundreds of cases of potentially excessive rent and violations of the law.

The use of the “Super-Ferien-Pass” has been continued.

🎟️ The Super-Ferien-Pass 2026/2027 is available again in Berlin. The pass gives children and teenagers access to hundreds of free and discounted activities, excursions, and events.

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Latin American vibe in the heart of Berlin

🌮 The Food & Dance Festival will take place in Berlin — a vibrant celebration of Latin American cuisine, music, and dance. Guests can look forward to national dishes, workshops, and a lively atmosphere.

Summer vacation is a time for part-time jobs for minors

💼 Summer holidays are a great opportunity for teenagers to gain their first work experience. The Berlin Senate has reminded people of the rules for employing minors and the restrictions in force.

Berlin: how to check whether your rent is legal

🏠 In Berlin, tenants will be able to report inflated housing rent online. The new service will help check whether the rent is legal and protect tenants’ rights.

“Classic Open Air” returns to Berlin once again

🎼 From July 9 to 14, Gendarmenmarkt Square will once again become the stage for the Classic Open Air festival. Guests can look forward to open-air concerts, world stars, and an unforgettable atmosphere.

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Tanabata Japanese Festival in Berlin: Program and Tickets

🎋 The Japanese Tanabata Summer Festival will once again take place in Berlin — guests can look forward to traditional Japanese culture, kimono, martial arts, workshops, and national cuisine.

Possible innovations in the «Law on Weapons»

⚖️ The Berlin Senate proposes tightening the Federal Weapons Act: it wants to equate illegal handling of semi-automatic pistols with serious crimes.

“Identifying Needs - Developing Solutions”

🗣️ An expert discussion was held in Berlin on the problems of Russian Germans, late resettlers, and forcibly displaced persons, as well as possible ways to address them.

Free swimming courses for schoolchildren in Berlin

🏊 During the summer holidays in Berlin, free swimming courses for schoolchildren will once again be held. Around 3 600 places are planned, including special inclusive groups.

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«Together in Lichtenberg» - a neighborhood festival in Berlin

🎉 On June 27 in Berlin's Lichtenberg, a neighborhood festival «Together in Lichtenberg» will take place with music, workshops, a swap, treats, opportunities to meet people, and entertainment for the whole family.

Intellectual quiz IMOM’S in Nuremberg: «Bachelorette Party in the Big City»

💄👗 On June 21 in Nuremberg, IMOM’S will host an intellectual girls' night, "Girls' Night in the Big City." Guests can look forward to a quiz, gifts, new acquaintances, photo content, and a vibrant women's evening atmosphere.

Summer threat: the invasion of the "oak processionary moth"

🐛 The spread of the oak processionary moth continues in Germany. Its toxic hairs can cause severe allergic reactions in people and animals.

ILA Berlin Air Show 2026

✈️ The ILA Berlin 2026 air show will once again bring together in Berlin the leading representatives of the global aviation and space industry. Guests can expect the latest technologies, a business program, and a large-scale air show.

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BERLIN GIRLS' NIGHT IMOM’S «JUST BETWEEN US, GIRLS»

💄🥂 IMOM’S girls' night "Between Us, Girls" will take place in Berlin. Participants can look forward to a quiz, gifts, new connections, vibrant emotions, and an evening in exclusively female company.

Berlin schools will receive additional support measures

📚 In Berlin, an agreement was reached on measures to reduce the workload of teachers and educators. The changes will be implemented in stages starting with the 2026/2027 school year.

A large Italian food festival will take place in Berlin.

🍕 A festival of Italian street food will take place in Berlin. Guests can expect regional Italian delicacies, live music, karaoke, entertainment for children and gastronomic discoveries.

«International Children's Day»

🎈 International Children's Day was celebrated in Berlin. Games, contests, creative performances and a festive outdoor program were prepared for young guests and their families.

In Berlin, the project «Gemeinsam Stärker» was presented.

🎭 An evening «Zu Gast im ABACUS» took place at Berlin's ABACUS Tierpark Hotel, dedicated to Russian Germans, late resettlers and new civic initiatives.

Germany is changing the rules for integration courses

📚 In Germany, integration courses for migrants are being resumed, but the number of places will be limited. Funding for the programs is planned to be cut by almost half.

Assistants are needed at Berlin polling stations

🗳️ Preparations for the September 20 elections are underway in Berlin. Volunteer assistants are urgently needed to work at polling stations and voting centers.

In Berlin there's one more "giraffe-billionaire"…

🦒 A calf of the rare, endangered Rothschild's giraffe subspecies was born at Berlin's Tierpark Berlin-Friedrichsfelde.

Berlin dancers JRTS became the 2026 German champions

💃 The students of Jana Ritters Tanzstudio from Berlin won in two categories at the 2026 German Dance Championships in Pforzheim.

With the great Victory over fascism and Nazism!

🕊️ 8 and 9 May remain symbols of remembrance, courage and Victory over fascism and Nazism, reminding the world of the price of freedom and the tragedy of the Second World War.

€333 million for the development of sports in Germany

🏟️ The Bundestag approved €333 million for the modernization of Germany's sports facilities in 2026, including large-scale funding for swimming pools and Berlin's sports infrastructure.

1 May in Germany and the world — traditions, history, significance

🌸 May 1 unites the traditions of spring renewal, respect for labor, and an atmosphere of popular unity, remaining an important holiday in many countries around the world.

BerlinPay — bonuses for tourists for keeping Berlin clean

🌿 In Berlin, the BerlinPay project is being prepared: authorities plan to reward tourists with bonuses, discounts, and perks for taking part in litter clean-ups and the city's environmental initiatives.

Berliner Freiwilligenbörse 2026: new opportunities

🤝 Berliner Freiwilligenbörse 2026 — the largest volunteer fair in Berlin. Dozens of organizations will present opportunities to participate in social projects. Free admission.

There is still work to be done…

📊 Berlin has published the Social Report 2025, highlighting poverty, employment, inequality, and key social challenges in the city.

Day of Democracy and Cohesion 2026

🎤 The Day of Democracy and Cohesion 2026 took place in Berlin, bringing together representatives of society, authorities, and organizations.

Police officer assaulted during check in Vienna center

🚨 A police officer was struck during a check in central Vienna. A 19-year-old suspect was arrested after the incident.

Safe space introduced at Stuttgart Spring Festival

🎡 A dedicated safe space for women and girls has been set up at the Stuttgart Spring Festival to provide support and improve safety on site.

New Hofbräu chief makes debut at Maibock tapping

🍺 Munich’s traditional Maibock tapping featured a debut this year as the new Hofbräu chief opened the barrel for the first time.

Kassel marks 100 years of Zissel with exhibition

🎉 Kassel has opened an exhibition marking 100 years of the Zissel festival, showcasing its history through photos, costumes, and unique exhibits.

Hannover picks new location for Üstra service center

🏢 Hannover has chosen a new location for the Üstra customer center after evaluating several central city options.

Hamburg plans to expand 30 km/h zones

🚗 Hamburg plans to expand 30 km/h zones. New regulations could significantly reduce driving speeds across many city streets.

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