BERLIN SCIENCE WEEK
BERLIN’S SCIENCE & CULTURE FESTIVAL
For the curious, across Berlin.
Berlin Science Week breaks science out of institutions and into the city. Over ten days, with hundreds of free events in German and English, we transform Berlin into a playground of scientific ideas. Experience cutting-edge research firsthand, join open conversations with experts, and discover how science shapes the world around us.
FESTIVAL THEME 2026: IN TOUCH
Science is personal. It's a collective adventure: an expression of the deeply human pursuit of knowledge. With this year’s festival theme, In Touch, Berlin Science Week 2026 focuses on the personal side of science: how research touches and improves our lives, affects the people behind it, and connects us with one another. The 2026 programme is organised into seven event tracks, each one a different point of contact between research and everyday life.
FESTIVAL THEME 2026: IN TOUCH
Science is personal. It's a collective adventure: an expression of the deeply human pursuit of knowledge. With this year’s festival theme, In Touch, Berlin Science Week 2026 focuses on the personal side of science: how research touches and improves our lives, affects the people behind it, and connects us with one another. The 2026 programme is organised into seven event tracks, each one a different point of contact between research and everyday life.
THIS YEAR’S TOP PICKS
Some of the must-see moments from this year’s programme, all in one place. Mark your calendar for these events. See all event highlights here. Please note: events are displayed in the language in which they will take place.
A CITYWIDE CELEBRATION OF SCIENCE
Whether you want to go deep, get experimental, or just stumble into science on the street, there’s a space for that. New this year, Haus der Kulturen der Welt is home to our Festival Centre, and beyond that, there are hundreds of events throughout the city.
2026 SPEAKER HIGHLIGHTS
Meet the people behind this year's must-see talks, panels, and events. See all speakers here.
SCIENCE IN YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY
This year, we're partnering with con gressa and 33 of Berlin's public libraries to bring science into your neighbourhood for "Wissen zwischen Büchern." From 1–10 November 2026, over 30 events will take place in libraries across the city, with researchers sharing work on the questions that touch our everyday lives.
SCIENCE IN YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY
This year, we're partnering with con gressa and 33 of Berlin's public libraries to bring science into your neighbourhood for "Wissen zwischen Büchern." From 1–10 November 2026, over 30 events will take place in libraries across the city, with researchers sharing work on the questions that touch our everyday lives.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Berlin Science Week is a festival for the curious, whether you're a researcher, a student, a science enthusiast, or just looking to explore new ideas. Most events are free; some need registration, and the programme runs across the city from 1–10 November 2026, with our Festival Centre open 6–8 November. From registration tips to accessibility info, here's what you need to start planning your visit.
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