Carnival of Cultures

Friday 17, through Monday 20, May 2013

The Carnival of Cultures is a reflection of Berlin‘s cultural diversity. It brings together professional artists and amateurs, young and old, and – furthermore - is a great opportunity for members of Berlin's ethnic communities to make their cultures visible to Berliners and visitors equally.

Whether it's traditional or modern - every culture gets its chance to add their aesthetic vision to the capital‘s reputation as a vibrant and constantly changing metropolis. Being part of this traditional event has always been an unbelievable experience for both, visitors and participants.

Around Blücherplatz

Berliner Residenz Konzerte

May 24, 2013

The overall artistic concept of the Berlin Residence Concerts is deduced from this tradition, inviting for a unique artistic and cultural experience since 2006. In the Great Orangery, the ensemble of the Berlin Residence Orchestra dressed in true to original attire will take our guests back in time to the courtly world of the Prussian Kings. The program includes highlights of the music of the 17th and 18th Century, spanning from the great musical genius Johann Sebastian Bach to George Friedrich Händel, as well as to the compositionally gifted King Frederick II and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. By classy candle light you can enjoy masterpieces of baroque and classical music as well as the unique atmosphere of the Great Orangery of Charlottenburg Palace.

Schloss Charlottenburg(Große Orangerie) on 05/24/2013 at 8:30 p.m.

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

May 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

2nd Berlin Triathlon

June 2, 2013

The Berlin Triathlon offers best conditions for competition beginners, professional sportspersons and relay teams. The Berlin Triathlon is a sport event both for professional, semi-professional and hobby sportspersons.

Treff: Treptower Park - Bulgarische Straße on June 2, 2013 at 9:15 a.m.

Citadel Music Festival 2013: Toto

June 5, 2013

STEVE LUKATHER • DAVID PAICH • STEVE PORCARO JOSEPH WILLIAMS • SIMON PHILLIPS • NATHAN EAST

Toto can look back on a 30-year history of the band. Its repertoire includes e.g. classics like "Hold the Line" and "Africa"​​. Also the band members celebrates solo successes. Live it delivers an excellent sound quality, which is almost identical to the studio recordings.

Zitadelle Spandau on June 5, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

June 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

Botanic Night

July 13, 2013

The Botanic Garden and the Botanic Museum in Berlin-Dahlem open their doors for this special summer night event.

Discoverers and lovers of nature are invited to enjoy a spectacular night with beautiful illuminations, concerts, and - of course - lots of plants. The Botanic Garden is one of the most significant gardens worldwide; it unrolls on 43 hectars, including 16 kilometers of ways through the garden and its greenhouses.

Interested visitors may take part in guided tours, for example to the underground of the huge garden, or in one of the lectures. After having satisfied your cuiosity, you can relax with some chilling Jazz or classic or world music, until the fireworks begin.

More information you'll find on www.botanische-nacht.de

Botanischer Garten / Botanisches Museum Berlin on July 13, 2013 at 5p.m.-2a.m.

123. Großer Preis von Berlin on the racecourse Hoppegarten

July 21, 2013

On the racecourse Hoppegarten the horses start again!

To see and be seen and, of course, the excitement of a horse race makes Hoppegarten a popular tourist destination.

Founded in 1868, the racecourse Hoppegarten, which is situated east of Berlin, belonged to the most important German railways until the World War I. Meanwhile, parts of the ensemble are under monumental protection.

Galopprennbahn Hoppegarten on July 21, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Berlin Highland Games in the Gärten der Welt

July 27 - 28, 2013

Spotive Highlanders in kilts right within an colourful, medieval goings-on

If you want to see exciting competitions, a little bit of Celtic magic and Scottish joy - then come to this year's Berlin Highland Games. The best "Highlanders" of Germany will compete in traditional disciplines like "tossing the caber". Scottish bagpipe sounds, dances and culinary specialties on a medieval market fulfill the program.

Gärten der Welt from July 27, 2013 to July 28, 2013

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

July 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

17th International Berlin Beer Festival

August 2 - 4, 2013

At the Berlin Beer Festival about 2000 types of beer from around the whole world are on offer. From A like “Adelscott“, past K like „Kilkenny“ till Z like „Zunft- Bräu“ everyone can definitely find one after their fancy. Along the Karl-Marx-Allee the 20 beer regions have the opportunity to present themselves with appendant sitting and drinking facilities.

Karl-Marx-Allee from August 2, 2013 to August 4, 2013

Viva la Musica

August 10, 2013

Open-air classic concert against the backdrop of the romantically illuminated Italian renaissance garden "Giardino della Bobolina", with fire works show

This year, the concert highlight presents opera works by Giuseppe Verdi, performed by the concert choir of the Deutsche Staatsoper Berlin with its conductor Frank Flade, the Leipziger Kammerphilharmonie and the Rostocker Singakademie, plus soloists Adriane Queiroz (soprano) and Jose Ortega (tenor).

Gärten der Welt on August 10, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

Potsdamer Schlössernacht - 15th Potsdam Palace Night

August 17, 2013

Concerts, dance, drama, readings and romantic illuminations – a unique experience in Sanssouci park, once home to the Prussian kings.

Probably like no other palace is Sanssouci representing the Prussian age of Baroque. For one night, Sanssouci and his beautiful park transform into a baroque dream.

Besides the broad music programm, there will be 400 actors giving re-birth to the world of the 18th century. Visitors may be astonished about a falconry, the magnificent clothes, horses and - of course - the Italian greyhounds, which Fredrick II. loved so much.

More information about the event you'll find on www.potsdamer-schloessernacht.de

Park Sanssouci on August 17, 2013 at 5 p.m.

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

August 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

Elton John

September 5, 2013

In sommer 2013, Elton John is coming for 5 concerts and with all his greatest hits to Germany. One of them is at the beautiful Waldbuehne Berlin.

A concert by Elton John is always like a journey through time as he performs in 2 hours a mix of all his past songs - and that means 40 years of career. Everybody knows his songs and everybody loves them.

Waldbühne Berlin on September 5, 2013 at 7 p.m.

Pyronale 2013

September 6 - 7, 2013

The stunning Pyronale World Fireworks Championship takes place against the imposing backdrop of the Olympic Stadium and historic Maifeld bell tower. Six international teams prepare some spectacularly creative displays with breathtaking effects in order to win the competition and the public's favor.

Olympiastadion / Maifeld from September 6, 2013 to September 6, 2013

2013 CEV European Championship – Women

September 13 - 14, 2013

Semi-finals and finals of the European championship in volleyball (women)

From September 6 to 14 the 16 best European women's national teams are fighting for the European Championship.

The German ladies gained the sixth place in 2007, the fourth in 2009 and the second in 2011.

Max-Schmeling-Halle from  September 13, 2013 to September 14, 2013

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

September 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

October 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

November 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary

Supporting the Work of Berliner Tafel

December 2013 - Available every Friday

Join this meaningful experience showing a very different aspect and look into the Berlin metropole. The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin works in partnership with Berliner Tafel, the oldest "Tafel" in Germany, with a focus on distributing food to those in need in the capital. You will join fellow volunteers at the Berliner Tafel Logistics Center to either sort and select food items for distribution or help in one of their restaurants providing meals to young children. Your efforts will be gratefully appreciated. Minimum age 16. 48 hours advance reservation required.

Complimentary