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A programme of special events with the Jewish community
Berlin's Days of Jewish Culture (Jüdische Kulturtage Berlin) return each year with a full programme of music, art, literature and performances. Organised by the Jewish Community of Berlin and led by cultural manager Avi Toubiana, this festival offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse world of Jewish culture and its many traditions.
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The annual Street Food Festival at the New Synagogue, where you can try kosher dishes, offers a delicious foretaste of the Jewish Culture Days Berlin as early as 6 July 2025.
A culinary highlight not to be missed.
Days of Jewish Culture at a glance
The Days of Jewish Culture are a celebration of everything Jewish culture has to offer. Over the course of several days, more than 40 events take place across different venues throughout Berlin, including synagogues, cinemas and cultural landmarks. The programme, based on a different theme each year, is a kaleidoscope of performances, lectures, films and exhibitions.Highlights include performances by Israeli musicians, live comedy shows, literary readings and a film festival showcasing Jewish-themed films from around the world. The festival offers both religious and secular insights into Jewish life, featuring synagogue music, Klezmer concerts and public services. It also includes fun activities for families like puppet shows, live street performances and a kosher food festival.
Days of Jewish Culture highlights
- Concerts: From Israeli rock, soul and jazz to traditional Klezmer music, live performances by international artists celebrate the musical side of Jewish culture.
- Comedy and literature: Stand-up comedy shows bring Jewish humour to life, while daily readings in the literature tent give visitors a chance to explore contemporary Jewish works.
- Film screenings: The Seret Film Festival showcases award-winning Jewish and Israeli films, from documentaries to feature films.
- Closing night: The powerful conclusion of the festival features world-class talent and special ceremonies.
Discover Days of Jewish Culture
The Days of Jewish Culture festival is an occasion to reflect on history, identity and memory. First held in 1987, it is now one of the most important cultural events in Berlin, serving as a bridge between Jewish traditions and the broader community.Rooted in centuries of displacement and persecution, Jewish humour – another hallmark of the festival – is known for its self-irony and wit, offering a means of emotional survival. Through music, comedy and literature, the Days of Jewish Culture festival celebrates this spirit of resilience.
Visitors will also experience Jewish religious practices firsthand, as public services are held alongside concerts and lectures. This creates a unique space for interfaith dialogue and understanding. The festival offers a welcoming environment where visitors can learn and engage with Jewish life in all its complexity.
Top tips for Days of Jewish Culture
- Key moments in the festival include the opening concert at the Rykestraße Synagogue and the closing ceremony.
- Each day offers something unique. Check the official website to plan around the music performances, film screenings or readings you're interested in.
- Some events offer free entry, while certain film screenings and concerts offer discounted tickets for students and companions of disabled visitors.
- Public transport is the best option for reaching the festival venues, which are scattered across central Berlin. Locations such as the Rykestraße Synagogue and Bebelplatz are easily accessible by underground or S-Bahn.
- Many of the festival venues are wheelchair accessible. Detailed accessibility information is available on the individual venue websites.
