Visitor Information
Berlin Science Week is the city’s annual science and culture festival.
Every year from 1—10 November, we transform the city into a playground of scientific ideas. As one of Europe’s leading science festivals, Berlin Science Week brings the public and the scientific community together, placing cutting-edge research at the heart of cultural life. With a diverse programme of over 300 events —organised in our two central Festival Hubs CAMPUS and FORUM and at venues citywide — the festival offers a lively platform to explore how science shapes our world.
A FESTIVAL FOR THE CURIOUS
Berlin Science Week is open to anyone driven by curiosity, inquiry, and a desire to better understand the world around us. Whether you're interested in how science intersects with politics and culture, drawn to the latest scientific breakthroughs, concerned about the future, or simply keen to learn something new, you’re in the right place.
Our programme spans hands-on workshops, conversations, performances, and playful experiments. Most events are designed for adults, but there’s room for families too. At our CAMPUS Festival Hub, you’ll find a dedicated strand for younger visitors, just use the ‘For Families’ filter in the programme.
A FESTIVAL FOR THE CURIOUS
Berlin Science Week is open to anyone driven by curiosity, inquiry, and a desire to better understand the world around us. Whether you're interested in how science intersects with politics and culture, drawn to the latest scientific breakthroughs, concerned about the future, or simply keen to learn something new, you’re in the right place.
Our programme spans hands-on workshops, conversations, performances, and playful experiments. Most events are designed for adults, but there’s room for families too. At our CAMPUS Festival Hub, you’ll find a dedicated strand for younger visitors, just use the ‘For Families’ filter in the programme.
FREE EVENTS
Most events at Berlin Science Week are free to attend. At our Festival Hub CAMPUS (Museum für Naturkunde Berlin), you can drop in without a ticket and freely explore exhibitions and talks. Workshops require registration due to limited capacity. At the FORUM (Holzmarkt25), all daytime events are free of charge while evening events are ticketed (please check each event page for details). We recommend signing up for workshops if you want to guarantee your spot. We hold reservations until 10 minutes before the event starts, but we always keep some spots open for walk-ins. So, if you’re nearby, feel free to join spontaneously! The outdoor area at the FORUM, including the pop-up booths, is always open and free to visit. For events at partner venues across the city, please check individual listings for details, as access and ticketing may vary.
VENUES
Berlin Science Week is a 10-day celebration spread across the city.
- 1–2 November: Opening weekend at CAMPUS (Museum für Naturkunde Berlin).
- 7–9 November: Second weekend at FORUM (Holzmarkt25).
- 1–10 November: Between and beyond these hubs, events are happening across the city from 1–10 November, each in unique partner locations.
VENUES
Berlin Science Week is a 10-day celebration spread across the city.
- 1–2 November: Opening weekend at CAMPUS (Museum für Naturkunde Berlin).
- 7–9 November: Second weekend at FORUM (Holzmarkt25).
- 1–10 November: Between and beyond these hubs, events are happening across the city from 1–10 November, each in unique partner locations.
ACCESSIBILITY
Museum für Naturkunde Berlin, 1-2 November 2025
Invalidenstr. 43, 10115 Berlin
- Entrance: The museum has a barrier-free entrance located to the right of the main doors.
- Toilets: Exhibition spaces, cloakroom, and toilets are all accessible from the entrance.
- Parking: Three disabled parking spaces are usually available nearby, though currently only one is accessible due to construction.
- Wheelchairs: Wheelchairs are available to borrow free of charge.
- Find more information here.
Holzmarkt 25, 7-9 November 2025
Holzmarktstraße 25, 10243 Berlin
- Pathways: Most of the paths at Holzmarkt are flat, though some areas have ramps or stairs. Signs guide you to entrances, elevators, and restrooms. Outdoor spaces, including gardens, the riverside, and bonfire area have sand or uneven ground, which may be challenging for wheelchair users or visitors with strollers. Please note that these outdoor areas are not brightly lit after dark.
- Main Stage (Säälchen): Ground floor with accessible restrooms. The seated gallery on the first floor overlooks the stage and is accessible via elevator, but there are no accessible restrooms on the first floor.
- Studio (Salöön): Second floor, accessible via elevator. The closest accessible restrooms are on the ground floor.
- Cabins West/East (Spreelunken West/Ost): Ground floor with a small step at the entrance. No accessible restrooms inside.
- Service dogs: Service and assistance dogs are welcome.
- Drop-off and parking: An accessible drop-off point for cars is available directly at the entrance. Please note that there is no accessible parking on site.
- Quiet areas: There is no official quiet room, but outdoor corners are available for moments of rest and reflection. These spaces are always open to visitors.
Citywide events take place across many different partner venues, each with their own accessibility features. For details on accessibility for specific events, please check the individual event pages.
HOW WE COME TOGETHER
At Berlin Science Week, we believe science belongs to all of us. This festival is a space for open-minded exploration, where science shows up in unexpected places and diverse perspectives are celebrated. Under this year’s theme, Beyond Now, we invite respectful, constructive conversations that bring us closer. We value the exchange of ideas across all fields as we push the boundaries of knowledge together.
To keep this space welcoming and inclusive, we ask everyone to be open and thoughtful in their interactions. Hate speech and propaganda are not permitted and have no place here.
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