Sport is always on in Berlin . In addition to UEFA EURO 2024, the city is once again hosting some great sporting events this year that you definitely shouldn't miss. From top-class sport to recreational sport, there's everything you need and a few tips for those who like to be active themselves. Go!
Tip 1: Cheer on the UEFA EURO 2024
The UEFA EURO 2024 will be held in Germany and promises to be an unforgettable football festival. From 14th June to 14th July 2024, 24 nations will compete for the prestigious title of European champion. Germany, as host, will organise the games in ten different cities, including Berlin, Munich and Cologne. So you can look forward to the tournament returning to the country's largest and most modern stadiums, providing the perfect stage for high-class football and thrilling duels. With high-calibre teams and talented players, UEFA EURO 2024 is sure to deliver thrilling moments and surprises. Fans from all over Europe and the world will flock to Berlin to support their teams and experience the special atmosphere of the tournament. Euro 2024 promises to be a highlight in the football calendar that will make the hearts of football fans beat faster. The final of the tournament will be held this year in Berlin at the Olympiastadion, so be quick if you want to be there!
When: 14th June to 14th July 2024
Where: Public viewing at various locations in Berlin
Tip 2: Take part in the schauinsland Muddy Angel Run
Under the motto "Run together, celebrate together", the schauinsland Muddy Angel Run takes place on the trotting track in Karlshorst. Women of all fitness levels can expect a five-kilometre run with 15 muddy obstacles to overcome together with friends. Join us and take part in Berlin's dirtiest marathon. The focus is on fun, energy and team spirit. What's more, donations will be collected for Brustkrebs e.V., so you'll not only be doing something good for yourself, but also for other people!
When: 13th- 14th July
Where: Trabrennbahn Karlshorst, Treskowallee 129, Karlshorst
Tip 3: Betting and trembling on the race day of the sport
On 21 July, the Hopp racecourse will be hosting a race. July, Hoppegarten racecourse will host its fourth race day of the season, with the sporting highlight of the Dreamgirl Fürstenberg race over 2,400 metres. This is the first seasonal comparison of the three-year-old crop with the older horses at a high level. In addition to exciting gallop races, the race day offers autograph sessions, interactive activities organised by the Berlin and Brandenburg professional clubs and the popular mascot race. For families, there are pony rides, children's fun bets and an entertaining supporting programme with live music, a beer garden and picnic facilities on the green turf of the historic racecourse. Come along and join in the excitement to see who reaches the finish line first
When: 21st July
Where: Racecourse Hoppegarten, Rennbahnallee 1, Mazahn-Hellersdorf
Tip 4: Cheer on the ISTAF
The oldest athletics meeting in the world is already entering its 103rd round this year. On 1 September you can once again cheer on the best track and field athletes at the ISTAF in the Olympic Stadium. This traditional event offers spectators exciting competitions in various disciplines. Athletes from all over the world compete in disciplines such as sprinting, long jump and javelin throw to achieve their best performances. The events are characterised by numerous highlights and offer you an unforgettable sporting experience. Every year in February, track and field athletes show off their skills at the ISTAF INDOOR in the Uber Arena
When and where:
ISTAF: 1st September 2024 at the Olympiastadion Berlin, Olympischer Platz 3, Charlottenburg
ISTAF INDOOR: 14th February 2025 at the Uber Arena. February 2025 in the Uber Arena, Uber-Platz 1, Friedrichshain
Tip 5: Watch the Laver Cup Berlin 2024
The seventh edition of the Laver Cup will take place from 20 to 22nd September at the Uber Arena in Berlin. Be there and watch the legends duel it out. This unique tennis tournament was created by Roger Federer in honour of Australian tennis legend Rod Laver. Six of the best men's tennis players from Europe compete against six players from the rest of the world, led by legendary captains Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe. The Laver Cup offers intense team competition, with tennis superstars competing as team-mates in doubles and supporting each other. The fast-paced scoring system and innovative presentation will keep you on the edge of your seat until the last match.
When: 20 to 22nd September
Where: Uber Arena (formerly Mercedes-Benz Arena Berlin), Uber-Platz 1, Friedrichshain
More about the Laver Cup Berlin
Tip 6: Spectacular stunts at the Night of the Jumps 2024
The best freestyle motocross athletes in the world will be flying through the air again in 2024 at the Night of the Jumps in Berlin. You shouldn't miss this event! It is the largest international freestyle motocross series and takes place in the Uber Arena. The athletes compete in various disciplines that require maximum concentration and control and perform spectacular stunts and jumps for you to watch in excitement. With this combination of top-class sport and modern show elements such as pyrotechnics and lighting technology, the Night of the Jumps has been thrilling millions of fans worldwide since 2001. Be there and experience the breathtaking show
Tip 7: Let off steam or chill out on Tempelhofer Feld
Kite flying, kitesurfing, jogging, skating - Tempelhofer Feld offers many opportunities to get active in the fresh air. It is not only a popular hotspot for various wind sports such as street kite longboarding, kite landboarding, wind skating and kite buggy riding. You can also practise classic ball sports such as basketball, softball, football and boules on the corresponding facilities. Nordic walking and skating are also on offer. So just have a look and see if there's something suitable for you.
When: Please see the link for opening times
Entrances: Tempelhofer Damm, Tempelhof S-Bahn and U-Bahn station; Paradestraße, U-Bahn station Paradestraße; Columbiadamm, Lilienthalstraße, Oderstraße, Herrfurthstraße
More information about Tempelhofer Feld
Tip 8: Prove your strength with bouldering and climbing
If the weather is not so nice, then the city's numerous bouldering and climbing gyms are a great option. Climbing without a rope up to a height from which you can still jump off comfortably is just as established as the higher via ferratas in the climbing halls. Beginners and taster climbers are just as welcome here as advanced climbers. And if you're drawn to the outdoors, you can explore the wonderful high ropes courses and climbing parks, where you can try out different courses with different levels of difficulty.
Tip 9: A different kind of gym - calisthenics in the park
A good alternative to the gym is calisthenics. In permanently installed sports parks, you can combine weight training and gymnastics and target entire muscle groups at the same time. You train exclusively with your own weight. The street workout climbing frames can be found in Park am Gleisdreieck, Böklerpark, Poststadion, Wuhlheide and many other places in Berlin. Push yourself to your limits with pull-ups, push-ups and handstands.
More information about calisthenics
Tip 10: Compete at boules
The modern version of boules revolutionises the traditional sport and sends it into the urban environment. Boule has been played on the central reservation of Schlossstraße in Charlottenburg since the 1960s. The golden stag in Rudolph Wilde Park listens to the clicking and clacking of the balls late into the evening. The boules players also let the balls fly and roll in Mauerpark and Park am Gleisdreick.
Tip 11: The classic - jogging
Running, jogging, walking, strolling: It's easy, you don't need much equipment and you can start anywhere. You can then continue through the city's many beautiful parks, along the water or across Tempelhofer Feld. Or you can combine running with a great sightseeing tour through the city, for example with Mikes SightRunning. Try out the different tours. We particularly recommend the night running tour to the Festival of Lights in autumn. On your marks, get set, run!
You can find more tips in our Calendar of events
