New Year—new highlights! As always, January in Berlin is full of cultural and exciting experiences that will chase away the winter blues. Especially toward the end of the month, there are exciting events you won’t want to miss. Here are the top 5 tips for an exciting January:
1. Berlin Fashion Week
Fashion Week is back in Berlin, setting trends for the new year. Designers from around the world will showcase their collections in spectacular shows and exhibitions. In addition to the official events, there will be numerous pop-up stores, after-parties, and off-site events that will transform the city into a fashion hotspot. Fashion fans should definitely stop by to experience the latest trends up close and stay one step ahead in the fashion game.
ℹ️ Berlin Fashion Week 📅 January 31–February 4, 2025 📍various locations in Berlin 🕰️ TBA 💵 TBA
2. Transmediale 2025
This year’s 38th edition of this renowned festival for art and digital culture, taking place in 2025, is dedicated to the theme (near) near but — far. At the Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW) and the silent green kulturquartier, visitors can explore installations, performances, and discussions that address the future of technology and society. Transmediale offers an exciting platform for anyone interested in innovative and critical approaches.
ℹ️ Transmediale 2025 📅 January 29 through February 2, 2025 📍Various locations, including HKW & silent green 🕰️ Daily starting at 12 p.m. 💵 Various ticket options available; festival pass starting at 119 euros
3. CTM Festival
Held in parallel with Transmediale, the CTM Festival focuses on experimental and electronic music. Now in its 26th edition, this year’s theme—“Resynthesizing the Traditional”—features artists from around the world presenting innovative sounds and immersive audio experiences. The events will take place at various venues in Berlin, including MONOM, TU Berlin, and silent green. A must-see for fans of avant-garde sounds and anyone interested in engaging in verbal or audiovisual discourse.
ℹ️ CTM Festival 📅 January 24 through February 6, 2025 📍Arena Berlin (Treptow Arena), Eichenstraße 4, 12435 Berlin 🕰️ daily starting at 10 a.m. 💵 ticket prices vary depending on the event and day; free events available; combo tickets with Transmediale starting at 230 euros
4. Berlin Six-Day Race
Beats, Bikes & Beer—doesn’t that sound tempting? Sports and entertainment come together at this time-honored event at the Velodrom. The Six-Day Race is more than just cycling—it combines thrilling competitions featuring Olympic champions and world champions with an entertaining lineup of music by DJs, shows, and food and drink. A highlight for sports fans and families alike.
ℹ️ Berlin Six-Day Race 📅 January 31–February 1, 2025 📍Velodrom 🕰️ Daily starting at 10 a.m. 💵 Adults: 29 euros
5. Veganuary
The Veganuary invites you every year to make January all-plant-based—and Berlin is the perfect place for it! The city offers countless vegan restaurants, cafés, and markets that show just how versatile and delicious a vegan lifestyle can be. Whether it’s out of love for the environment, animals, or your own health—Veganuary is the ideal opportunity to try something new and start the new year on a delicious note. But we won’t let you go without giving you some tips, so check out the best vegan restaurants in Berlinright here!
