Berlin Festival of Lights transforms Germany’s capital into a radiant open-air gallery each October, illuminating its most iconic landmarks—from the Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Cathedral to the TV Tower—with breathtaking light projections, 3D mapping, and art installations. International artists reimagine the city’s architecture through vivid storytelling and color, creating a spectacular urban nightscape. Visitors can explore themed light routes, attend concerts, and enjoy special night tours celebrating art, technology, and unity. Combining innovation, creativity, and Berlin’s cosmopolitan energy, the Festival of Lights is one of the world’s leading events of its kind.
DATES & TIMES
• Dates: 8–15 October 2025 (Wednesday–Wednesday).
• Opening times: 19:00–23:00 nightly across the city.
• Programme: Exact timetable publishes annually — see the official listings & highlights: Programme.
LOCATION
• Citywide landmarks: Projections at multiple sites (e.g., Brandenburg Gate, Gendarmenmarkt/Konzerthaus, Potsdamer Platz, Berliner Dom). Start at Brandenburg Gate. Open in Google Maps.
• Official info: Event hub with daily updates and venue pages: Official site.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Free entry: Outdoor illuminations are free to view citywide.
• Optional extras: Book official lightseeing tours and “Festival of Lights in Concert” tickets via the festival: Lightseeing tours & In Concert.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Getting around: Use BVG’s journey planner for U/S‑Bahn, tram and bus connections between venues: BVG journey planner.
• Crowds & tips: Popular spots (Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island) fill 19:00–21:00; visit later for easier viewing. Exact timetable publishes annually on the Programme page.
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