April brings more than cherry blossoms to Berlin, it also delivers a wave of fresh ideas. From boundary-pushing dance performances to immersive art installations that take you on a journey through the seasons, these new openings capture the spirit of the moment.
Explore the newly reopened Museum of Photography, check out exciting local spots, and look forward to new party and reading series. Here are the openings and events not to miss in April.
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Tip 1: Museum of Photography reopens
After a two-month break for modernisation, the Museum of Photography is back in April 2026 – and with an exciting special exhibition to boot.“New Woman, New Vision”puts the spotlight on the often-underestimated female pioneers of Bauhaus photography with around 300 works. On display are portraits, architectural photography, as well as abstract experimental works and pieces by female artists from the Institute of Design in Chicago (New Bauhaus), the Bauhaus’s successor institution in the USA.
At the same time, the Helmut Newton Foundation is reinventing its permanent exhibition: from 24 April,“Intermezzo”will transform the ground floor into an immersive film space, offering a completely new way to experience the lives of Helmut and June Newton through previously unseen archive material.
When: Reopening and launch of the exhibition “New Woman, New Vision” 17 April 2026
Start of “Intermezzo”: 24 April 2026
Where: Museum of Photography, Jebensstraße 2, Charlottenburg
Tip 2: Dark Matter Forest Season invites you to forest bathing through all seasons
From April, renowned Berlin-based light artist Christopher Bauder will transform the monumental Transformator art gallery on the Dark Matter site into a magical, walk-in forest. During your visit, you’ll wander through all four seasons, with laser light, kinetic elements and abstract video projections mimicking the awakening and passing of nature in a 45-minute cycle. Accompanied by a spherical soundscape by musician Chris Kuijten, Forest Season invites you into a mythical world. Take your time, immerse yourself and let the changing installation work its magic on you.
When: April to October 2026, Wednesday & Thursday 2 pm – 10 pm, Friday 12 pm – 11 pm, Saturday 11 am – 11 pm, Sunday 11 am – 10 pm
Where: Dark Matter Berlin, Köpenicker Chaussee 46, Lichterfelde
Tip 3: New beer garden with an island vibe on Eiswerder
Just in time for the start of the season on 2 April, a new hotspot for all fans of Berlin’s outdoor culture is opening on the island of Eiswerder. Look forward to relaxing by the water with views of the River Havel and the historic Spandau Citadel. The beer garden is part of the Inselquartier development project, which is breathing new life into the listed warehouse buildings of the former Prussian powder factories. To this end, the team behind Naumanns in Schöneberg is bringing its tried-and-tested concept to the island: freshly tapped beer, crispy pinsa and homemade lemonades. Perfect for a bike ride or a trip to Spandau!
When: Opening on 2 April 2026 from 5 pm (regular opening hours to follow on the website, subject to weather conditions).
Where: Eiswerderstraße (southern part of the island), Spandau
Tip 4: New dance performance in Alt-Treptow: “Urgency” at the Haus der Visionäre
With “Urgency”, the dance ensemble Leonis Works (formerly DANCÆ) presents an extraordinary new dance performance at the Haus der Visionäre that you won’t forget in a hurry. Instead of traditional theatre seating, you can expect an open, immersive spatial production in which you can move freely and immerse yourself right in the heart of the action. In terms of content, “Urgency” takes you on a powerful journey through themes such as social pressure and belonging, societal tensions and experiences with power structures, all based on real-life political conflicts.
Elements of classical ballet meet contemporary dance, deliberately questioning familiar role models. The whole experience is accompanied by an atmospheric 360° soundscape and visual projections that react in real time to the movements. This creates an intense interplay of body, space and technology that allows you not just to watch, but to immerse yourself emotionally.
When: 2 & 3 April, 8 pm and 10 pm respectively (doors open at 7.15 pm and 9.20 pm)
Where: Haus der Visionäre, Eichenstraße 4A, Treptow
Tip 5: Bounce Up brings Caribbean club energy to Mitte
BOUNCE UP marks the launch of a new Berlin party series at ACUD Club , bringing dancehall, basshall and urban club sounds to the dancefloor with plenty of energy. Behind the format are familiar names from the scene, such as Massive Vibes, Silent Pressure and Jabstar, who have been shaping Berlin’s nights for years. To kick things off, Hille from the Soundquake Soundsystem will be warming you up, together with other acts. Look forward to the latest tunes, classics and Caribbean vibes.
When: 24 April 2026, from 11.00 pm
Where: ACUD Club (ACUD MACHT NEU), Veteranenstraße 21, Mitte
Tip 6: All you can read: Literature at a laid table
And what do you talk about over dinner? The new series All you can read brings literature and politics to the dinner table. The audience is served just as much as the hosts. This creates a lively and enriching exchange that offers a fresh way to experience literature. Curated by Josephine Apraku and Ozan Zakariya Keskinkılıç, the format combines enjoyment, discourse and community. An evening for everyone who loves to share stories and reflect on them.
Tip: Until June, literature lovers are also warmly invited to the Cabuwazi circus tent at Tempelhofer Feld, entrance at Columbiadamm 84, every Tuesday and Thursday evening. Admission: 1 euro. More on the Literaturhaus Berlin website.
Next event by All you can read:
When: 12 April 2026, 2 pm
Where: All you can read at Sinema Trasntopia, Lindower Straße 20/22, Wedding
Tip 7: Juit Pop-up: Frozen meets lunch break
Right by Checkpoint Charlie , food start-up Juit is testing its own pop-up store for the first time, bringing its digital concept to the high street. Over 40 freshly cooked, flash-frozen dishes from the Oetker subsidiary are available to choose from, ranging from high-protein and low-calorie to vegetarian or vegan. Heat up your meal on the spot in the microwaves and enjoy it in the modern atmosphere of the pop-up store, which is furnished with stylish Vitra furniture. Of course, you can also simply take the meals, which cost just under eight euros, away with you for later. With this hybrid store concept, Oetker is testing what the future of fast food in the city might look like. We wish them every success and bon appétit.
When: daily 10.30am – 6pm
Where: Zimmerstraße 67/69, Mitte
Tip 8: Protein Power & Iced Matcha: New café in Prenzlauer Berg
The Shake Berlin in Prenzlauer Berg offers a fresh twist on taste and nutrition: Under the motto “Not your average protein shake” , the team specialises in ice-cold, nutrient-rich protein shakes that are anything but boring. The menu is complemented by masterful matcha creations, speciality coffees and homemade baked goods. For those feeling peckish, there are freshly prepared toasts with healthy, protein-rich toppings, ideal for an energising stop-off in the neighbourhood.
When: daily
Where: The Shake Berlin, Prenzlauer Allee 42, Prenzlauer Berg
Tip 9: Lav & Maz – a games café with a heart
There are places that are more than just a café. Lav & Maz creates a space for genuine encounters: children and older people, families and singles, neighbours and newcomers to Berlin – everyone is welcome. Whilst the little ones play freely, parents enjoy a moment of peace and have time to chat. Run by two mums and a dedicated local from Neukölln, community is at the heart of everything here. With plenty of space, play equipment, a breastfeeding area and a prayer corner, Lav & Maz shows how diversity can be embraced as a matter of course.
When: Sunday to Thursday 10am–7pm, Friday & Saturday 10am–8pm
Where: Glasower Straße 7, Neukölln
Tip 10: Popenke – a new neighbourhood shop for little explorers
On Crellestraße, the new children’s shop Popenke brings a fresh charm to the neighbourhood. Amidst fragrant play dough, carefully selected wooden toys and lovely children’s fashion, you can browse and discover something new here. What’s particularly lovely is that you’re welcome to play and try things out here. This makes Popenke a new spot in the neighbourhood that fosters connections and makes everyday life a little more colourful.
When: Tuesday to Friday 11am – 5.30pm, Saturday 11am – 3pm
Where: Crellestraße 43, Schöneberg
Tip 11: The Dawn: Rooftop brunch with a view of Neukölln
The Dawn, a well-known Berlin brunch spot, is moving to the roof of KALLE Neukölln. This marks the opening of the popular breakfast restaurant The Dawn, which already serves coffee during the day and drinks and DJ sets in the evening at Bikini Berlin. The plan is for you to be able to enjoy breakfast from April onwards on the spacious KALLE Neukölln terrace with a view over the neighbourhood. However, an exact date has not yet been set. When the time comes, you can look forward to all-day brunch and a fantastic view, DJ sets, events and no doubt the odd surprise or two.
Tip: Why not pop in for a visit? The Kalle Halle and the Rough Trade record shop are already open and regularly host events.
When: Opening planned for April 2026
Where: Rooftop terrace at Kalle Neukölln, Karl-Marx-Straße 101, Neukölln
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