BERLIN ART WEEK—THE FESTIVAL FOR CONTEMPORARY ART

The opening of Berlin Art Week begins with a grand event at the city’s leading art institutions. Museums, galleries, and exhibition spaces across Berlin welcome visitors to the openings of their new programmes. A collective launch to the festival week that builds excitement for the days ahead.

On Thursday, the 12th edition of Positions Berlin Art Fair opens at Berlin-Tempelhof Airport. The fair brings together a mix of national and international galleries, presenting both emerging artists and established names. In the evening, galleries across the city host exhibition openings as part of Gallery Night. 

Friday highlights Berlin’s independent scene: Across the city, from Mitte to the outer districts, initiatives and project spaces present special programmes. An evening Featured Night welcomes visitors with extended hours and events. A day to discover emerging talents and contemporary art off the beaten path.

Open Houses see renowned private collections open their doors to the public without prior registration, while Discovering Collections! offers guided tours through previously inaccessible private spaces of Berlin collectors. Hurry, though—spaces are limited.

The final day of Berlin Art Week brings everything together: artist talks, programmes at the Berlin Art Week Garten, and guided tours through exhibitions and project spaces. A perfect chance to discover personal highlights. The day concludes with ›Another Sunday Afternoon‹ at Fahrbereitschaft in Lichtenberg.