Dance around the Easter bonfire, say hello to the Easter bunny or enjoy a relaxed Easter brunch on Berlin's waterways past the capital's sights - the long Easter weekend really has it all. We have the best tips for a relaxed and festive Easter weekend so that you don't get lost during the egg hunt. And if the weather forecasters are right, you can leave your jacket and umbrella at home.
Tip 1: Celebrate Easter at the knights' festival in Spandau Citadel
Celebrate Easter like in the Middle Ages and watch the knights at their tournaments - this year, Spandau Citadel is serving up a special kind of Easter. For the 18th time, Easter will be celebrated here with a medieval market, sweet treats and, of course, knightly competitions. Look forward to crossbow shooting, real knight fights and a medieval show worthy of a long Easter weekend. Of course, you can also visit the usual exhibitions in the Spandau Citadel - without having to pay additional admission.
When: Saturday, Sunday and Monday
Where: Spandau Citadel, Am Juliusturm 64, Spandau
Tip 2: Visit Charlottenburg Palace on the Easter weekend
Charlottenburg Palace, including the palace gardens, is of course also open for you on the Easter weekend. The idyllic park with its numerous historical sights is perfect for an extended Easter stroll. Stroll past the Mausoleum of Queen Luise, Karl Friedrich Schinkel's New Pavilion and discover the carp pond, which is irrigated via an access to the Spree. With the combined ticket, you can visit the garden and palace and get to know Berlin's largest and most important palace complex in all its splendour.
When: Friday to Monday
Where: Spandauer Damm 10-22, Charlottenburg
Tip 3: Meet the Easter bunny in Berlin
The Easter bunny is on the loose in Berlin. You can meet the otherwise rather shy animal in person at the numerous weekly markets in Neukölln. Easter bunny experts report that the city's most famous hider will be making an appearance at the markets on Hermannplatz, in Wutzkyallee, in Rudow and in Britz-Süd.
You can find more Easter events for children at the weekend at Europacity Vibes on Europaplatz in front of the main railway station. A huge Easter egg hunt and other cultural activities await you here
When: Easter markets on Friday and Saturday, Europacity Vibes on Monday
Where: Various Easter markets in Neukölln, Europacity Vibes at Europaplatz, Mitte
The award-winning Deutschlandmuseum
A multi award-winning immersive museum experience for the whole family: embark on an interactive journey through 2000 years of German history. Immerse yourself in the past and enjoy a multi-sensory adventure.
Tip 4: Warm yourselves at Easter bonfires all over Berlin
No Easter without Easter bonfires - that also applies to Berlin, of course. The Wendenschloss lido is particularly idyllic. With a fantastic view of the River Dahme, you can warm yourself by the Easter bonfire with a cool drink in your hand and enjoy the evening. we have three alternatives for you: In Hellersdorfer Kienbergpark (Saturday, 4 - 9 pm) the volunteer fire brigade is organising an Easter bonfire, at Trabrennbahn Karlshorst there is a family festival with an Easter bonfire (Easter Sunday from 3 pm, bonfire from 6 pm) and in Britzer Garten there is an Easter bonfire with country and rock'n'roll music (Saturday 6 - 9.30 pm).
When: Wendenschloss lido on Saturday
Where: Strandbad Wendenschloss, Möllhausenufer 30, Köpenick
Tip 5: Come on board for a ship tour with Easter brunch
Start your Sunday with Captain's Brunch - especially to celebrate your Easter in Berlin. The 2.5-hour boat tour including a lavish buffet past the sights of Berlin is the perfect way to spend a long and relaxing weekend. Just get on board, bring something to eat and make yourself comfortable on the sun deck. You've never cruised through the Easter holidays in a more relaxed way.
When: Sunday at 10 am
Where: Reederei Winkler Landing stage: Charlottenburg/Schlossbrücke, Charlottenburger Ufer 1, Charlottenburg
Tip 6: Marvel at the cherry blossom in the gardens of the world
Spring is now firmly in the saddle, and almost nobody is thinking about winter anymore. This means that the cherry blossom at Gärten der Welt (Gardens of the world) is also coming to an end. The Easter weekend is probably one of the last chances to marvel at the spectacular sea of blossom in all its splendour. The best way to do this is with your own tour guide during a 1.5-hour tour. Not only will you see the beautiful cherry trees, but you will also learn all kinds of interesting facts from the world of botany.
When: Saturday and Sunday
Where: Main entrance Blumberger Damm 4, Hellersdorf
Tip 7: Enjoy a peaceful Easter in an open-air museum
If you want to get out into the fresh air and escape the hustle and bustle of all the Easter celebrations, our next tip is made for you. The Düppel open-air museum awaits you with a varied programme: from painting Easter eggs to weaving washcloths, there's plenty on offer here. You can even work iron yourself in the village smithy. And for the little ones, there is a travelling puppet stage with legends and tales from the Middle Ages. The best conditions for a relaxing trip to the outskirts of the city.
When: Friday to Monday
Where: Museumdorf Düppel, Clauertstraße 11, Zehlendorf
Tip 8: Shake a leg at Easter
If you're in the mood for an exciting Easter, we have two tips for you. The Maschinenhaus in the Kulturbrauerei is all about lambada this weekend. 16 world-famous artists will introduce you to the northern Brazilian dance style and offer a total of over 15 couple dance workshops. From courses for beginners to professional dancers, there's something for everyone.
If you'd rather just watch, the "Berlin Dance Carousel for the Blue Ribbon" is the place to be. Here, dance couples from all over Europe compete for the title. The programme of Berlin's largest and most renowned dance sport tournament includes standard and Latin dances, which you can watch here at the highest level.
Lambada Festival:
When: Friday to Sunday
Where: Maschinenhaus in the Kulturbrauerei, Schönhauser Allee 36, Prenzlauer Berg
Blue ribbon of the Spree:
When: Dance Carousel: Friday to Monday
Where: Sport Centrum Siemensstadt, Buolstraße 14, Spandau
Tip 9: Be enchanted by Wagner's Parsifal on Unter den Linden
No Easter without Parsifal - if you are a lover of the famous Wagner opera, you will also get your money's worth in Berlin at Easter. The Staatsoper Unter den Linden is staging the traditional Easter piece, in which Wagner combines elements of Christian myth with Buddhism and the philosophy of Arthur Schopenhauer, twice at the weekend. On Good Friday and Easter Monday, you can immerse yourself in the mysterious world of Amfortas, Klingsor and Kundry and the story of the Holy Grail and the sacred spear.
When: Friday and Sunday at 4pm
Where: Staatsoper Unter den Linden, Unter den Linden 7, Mitte
Tip 10: Ask yourselves life's big questions at the concert "Sternenstaub"
Our next tip is also musical - and with a theme that's perfect for Easter. For the concert titled "Sternenstaub" (stardust) the Resident Music Collective will present music between life and death for you. 16 artists from a wide variety of musical cultures will interpret the theme, each with their own instruments. The starting point is the exhibition "un_endlich. Living with Death", which was on display at the Humboldt Forum until November 2023. Look forward to deep insights and supernatural sounds.
When: Friday and Saturday
Where: Humboldt Forum, Hall 1, Schloßplatz, Mitte
Tip 11: Spend Good Friday at the Mariendorf harness racing track
No Easter without harness racing - every year on Good Friday, the traditional Fritz Brandt Race takes place at the Mariendorf harness racing track. 50,000 euros in prize money awaits the winners, and for all spectators there are exciting races, thrilling competitions and a supporting programme that has it all. The Easter bunny himself will be stopping by for the little ones, and they can also look forward to bouncy castles, face painting, pony rides and a colouring competition.
When: Friday at 12 noon
Where: Mariendorf harness racing track, Mariendorfer Damm 222, Mariendorf
