Highlighted events in Potsdam
Brunch in the tropics at Biosphäre Potsdam
22.12.2024 10:15 - 28.12.2025 14:00With a view towards the tropical garden the Biosphäre Potsdam is offering a rich brunch buffet with everything your heart desires on selected dates from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Visitors start with a cocktail from the coconut and enjoy homemade delicacies. During their brunch visit, unlimited coffee and tea specialties, breakfast juice and mint lime water are available. After the delicious brunch, visitors can take a trip through the tropical adventure world of the Biosphäre Potsdam and experience the rainforest with its variety of plants and animals.
View the eventHoliday brunch
26.12.2024 10:15 - 04.01.2026 14:00With a view towards the tropical garden we are offering a rich brunch buffet with everything your heart desires on selected dates from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. You start with a cocktail from the coconut and enjoy homemade delicacies. During your brunch visit, unlimited coffee and tea specialties, breakfast juice and lemonaide are available. After your delicious brunch, take a trip through the tropical adventure world of the Biosphäre Potsdam and experience the rainforest with its variety of plants and animals. A pre-booking is urgently required. Bookable up to one week in advance for a maximum of 20 people. The holiday brunch takes place on special dates and is complemented by live music and live cooking stations where your food is freshly prepared for you.
View the eventPensioners Day
16.12.2024 09:00 - 29.12.2025 18:00Every Monday is Pensioners Day at Biosphäre Potsdam! For all visitors aged 60 and over the admission fee includes a cup of coffee and a piece of cake. Enjoy the special atmosphere in the Café Tropencamp at the forest pond or relax outside on the sun terrace. *The offer is not valid on bank holidays
View the eventMediterranean Sunday Brunch
22.12.2024 10:00 - 13.04.2025 13:30From October to April, always on Sundays Here, Italian cheese meets Spanish ham, salads with avocado and warm goat's cheese are served alongside sophisticated tapas variations, followed by homemade tarts and winter ice cream creations from our own Eismatrosen manufactory. Take a seat in our wonderfully light-flooded conservatory with its phoenix palm trees and enjoy the relaxed Mediterranean ambience with a view of the hustle and bustle of Potsdam's harbor. Our restaurant EL PUERTO with WINTERGARDEN is located directly on the waterfront in Potsdam harbor and in the immediate vicinity of the state parliament in the city palace, Potsdam city center and Potsdam main station.
View the eventImpressionism. The Hasso Plattner collection.
22.05.2021 - 31.12.2026Museum Barberini shows impessionist paintings from the extensive collection of Hasso Plattner, the museum´s founder: More than 100 masterpieces by Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir, Berthe Morisot, Alfred Sisley, Camille Pissarro, Henri-Edmond Cross, Paul Signac and by other impressionist and postimpressionist painters are on permanent display. With 34 paintings it is the largest european collection of Claude Monet´s painting outside Paris and Potsdam becomes one of the most important centres of impressionist landscape painting worldwide.
View the eventTulpic Festival in the Dutch Quarter
12.04.2025 10:00 - 13.04.2025 11:00The Tulip Festival thrives on numerous encounters, diverse participants, and visitors. The great scenery of the Dutch Quarter, along with many Dutch craftsmen and cultural contributors, shapes the overall picture. Dutch culture is reflected through musical, artisanal, and culinary performances.
View the eventSehsüchte – Internationel Student Film Festival
23.04.2025 - 27.04.2025The Sehsüchte Film Festival offers aspiring filmmakers from around the world the opportunity to present their works to a broad audience and establish valuable contacts in this industry. By engaging with both aesthetic and professional aspects, Sehsüchte not only captures the pulse of contemporary film culture but also contributes sustainably to shaping the industry. For four days, a dense network of artistic exchange and constructive encounters unfolds, stretching from the Waschhaus Potsdam to the Filmmuseum Potsdam.
View the eventPotsdamer Tanztage – Contemporary dance festival 2025
13.05.2025 - 25.05.2025The performances form the central part of the festival: solo works and large ensembles, narrative dance theater, and pure movement, pieces for children, and unconventional performances alternate in a rich program. The goal is to present the diversity of the current international dance scene, characterized by its high creativity. A particular focus of the festival is the closeness between the audience and the artists. Therefore, integral to the festival are workshops, aimed at both interested amateurs and professional dancers, as well as audience discussions encouraging exchange after the performances. Concerts, dance films, installations, and DJs complement the program, inviting visitors to linger in the Schiffbauergasse.
View the eventUNESCO World Heritage Day
01.06.2025 - 01.06.2025The castles and parks of Potsdam and Berlin have been part of the UNESCO World Heritage since December 1990. However, until now, many residents and visitors of the city have only been familiar with Sanssouci Palace and Park as UNESCO sites. To show the diversity and uniqueness of Potsdam's World Heritage, the capital city Potsdam has been participating in events for the nationwide UNESCO World Heritage Day since 2006, which takes place on the first Sunday of June each year. These events aim to raise public awareness that having a UNESCO World Heritage is a privilege and should create pride in the city's residents and guests. It also emphasizes the obligation to care for and preserve the UNESCO World Heritage.
View the eventArt for Children
21.12.2024 11:00 - 09.02.2025 13:00Offered Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m., this tour introduces children between six and eleven to the world of art by exposing them to original works of art and their fascinating stories. Afterwards they have the opportunity to be creative in the studio. Parents and accompanying persons are welcome to spend time alone in the exhibitions or relaxing in the museum café instead of waiting. Age 6–11 years Runtime 120 minutes Meeting place Foyer Note Number of participants: no more than 14 children. This offer is only valid for individual children or siblings. For groups of children or children's birthday parties please book a separate event.
View the eventCity walk through Potsdam
03.05.2025 11:00 - 27.09.2025 13:00The entertaining journey through the city's past with a view of the Potsdam of tomorrow starts at Potsdam's main railway station at the mobiagentur. From there the tour leads to the Old Market with the Nikolai Church, the Barberini Museum and the State Parliament - the new historic centre of the city. Through the baroque city centre you will reach Potsdam's shopping mile - the city's "Broadway". Afterwards it is a good idea to combine the city walk with a visit to Sanssouci Palace, which is within walking distance from here.
View the eventSchlager party on the MS Sanssouci - Full steam ahead around the Cape of good cheer!
26.04.2025 18:00 - 11.10.2025 22:00With a glass of Aperol Spritz on a cruise through the world of German pop music. We welcome you on board with a glass of Aperol Spritz before the MS Sanssouci sets sail on a cruise through the world of German pop music. In the large, cozy salon, hits from Roland Kaiser to Helene Fischer await you... it gets under your skin and is guaranteed to get you dancing. Let our DJ seduce you to a cheerful evening with the most famous melodies of the last few decades and dance to the rhythm of the night. Strengthen yourself with our gastronomic offers and treat yourself to a little relaxation on the upper deck. The MS Sanssouci is heading for the Cape of Good Mood - be there and reserve your place on board of the pop ship.
View the eventBerlin City Tour - Day trip through Berlin city centre
07.05.2025 10:30 - 08.10.2025 18:30The metropolis from the waterside This special city tour, without any traffic jams or stress, takes you to the heart of the vibrant metropolis: the ship reaches the German capital via tributaries of the Havel, through canals and locks and finally over the Spree. You'll be in the front row when you can marvel at districts, bridges, historical and modern buildings: the Oberbaum Bridge, the TV Tower, the Red Town Hall, Museum Island, the Reichstag, the Federal Chancellery, the Swiss Embassy, Bellevue Palace and much more. Passing Treptow, Friedrichshain, Berlin Mitte, Charlottenburg and Spandau, the ship returns to its home port at the Long Bridge in Potsdam in the early evening. Tip: A wide range of lunch dishes, snacks and cakes await you on board.
View the eventDay trip to Berlin-Spandau and Tegel
14.05.2025 11:00 - 15.10.2025 17:30From Potsdam, the ship heads upstream along the Havel past the Pfaueninsel and the Großer Wannsee. After a two-hour journey, the ship reaches the Berlin district of Spandau. The lovingly restored houses in the narrow streets of the old town invite you to stroll and shop. If you prefer to spend the whole day on the ship, you can stay on board in Spandau and enjoy the two-hour tour of Lake Tegel in the north of Berlin. The ship reaches the capital's second largest lake after passing through the Spandau lock. Passing dreamy banks and idyllically situated castles, the ship returns to Potsdam in the early evening.
View the eventPotsdam's north with Sacrow and Krampnitzsee
25.05.2025 14:00 - 03.10.2025 17:00Potsdam is rich in history and full of stories. We tell some of them on this cruise, while the water offers unique views of the places where it all happened. Combine a city tour on the water with the natural area around Königswald Lehnitzsee and Krampnitzsee or with a visit to Sacrower Heilandskirche. If you don't want to go all the way to Krampnitzsee, you can get off at the port of Sacrow and visit the Sacrower Heilandskirche church individually, take a walk in the palace park and later return to the port of Potsdam on our boat. Those who remain on board continue with us to Krampnitzsee. After leaving our UNESCO World Heritage region, you will be treated to views of untouched forests. Hidden Havel bays offer views of the village-like districts of our city.
View the eventHalf-day or day trip to/from Brandenburg an der Havel
27.05.2025 09:45 - 30.09.2025 19:15On the outward journey, we travel across Lake Templin, through the Caputher Gemünd and across Lake Schwielow, past the island of Werder and further down the Havel via the large Zernsee. After passing the Trebelsee and the Götzer Berg, the Havel shows itself in its most attractive guise, as the meandering arms of the river to the left and right of the developed navigation channel point far into the Havelland, which rests in dreamy beauty. After passing the Brandenburg lock, we make a flying visit to the famous Beetzsee lake to see the Fritze Bollmann sculpture at the regatta course before mooring in the city center between the historic old town and the new town of Brandenburg on the Salzhofufer for about 1.5 hours. Guests who have booked the outward and return trip receive a free city center map with the sights described for individual exploration.
View the eventNächtliche Schlösserimpressionen 2025
18.07.2025 19:30 - 23.08.2025 23:00Immerse yourself with us in the splendor of days gone by and let us take you on a three-hour corso cruise along the fabulously illuminated park and palace grounds of Potsdam. We welcome you on board with a glass of sparkling wine before the ships set off on a journey into times long past. The convoy of ships glides past the enchanted Babelsberg Park into the sunset. As darkness falls, the ships arrive in Sacrow at the Sacrow Church of the Savior, illuminated with torches, to listen to a classical brass concert. On the onward journey, you can watch the mystical dance of the elves on the shores of Jungfernsee. The crowning finale is heralded by the sound of fanfares. As the boat parade approaches the Glienicke Bridge, a majestic shower of fire transforms the Havel into a romantic sea of lights. Experience this evening with all your senses with our festive castle menu.
View the eventHavel in Flames 2025
19.09.2025 18:30 - 20.09.2025 22:00Havel in Flames - The great ship round dance under the fireworks The Potsdam shipping company's parade cruise to the impressive fireworks display on Lake Templin. For many years now, it has been a tradition for the ships of the Weisse Flotte Potsdam to set off together on a big evening cruise to celebrate the end of the main season. This tradition will be continued again this year on the Havel in Potsdam. The impressive parade of ships will first set sail from the port of Potsdam towards Glienicke Bridge, where other ships from the Berlin shipping companies will join them and set course for Caputh. The name “Havel in Flames” lives up to its promise.
View the eventPotsdam Sanssouci Music Festival
13.06.2025 - 29.06.2025The motto for 2023 is about friendship: about family ties, fraternal disputes and elective affinities in music. The Potsdam Sanssouci Music Festival is a festival with music from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods in historically informed performance practice. The festival takes place annually for three weeks in June with around 80 events in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Prussian Palaces and Gardens of Potsdam & Berlin as well as in the historical center of Potsdam and its surroundings. The festival is sponsored by the state capital Potsdam and the state of Brandenburg and is organized in cooperation with the Prussian Palaces and Gardens Foundation Berlin-Brandenburg.
View the eventOpen Monument Day
14.09.2025 - 14.09.2025Villas, residential houses, churches, museums, and other historically significant places that are usually closed to the public can be visited during the Open Monument Day in Potsdam. Monument owners, architects, and association members once again offer guided tours, lectures, and interesting discussions. In addition, there are readings, theater performances, children's programs, and live music.
View the eventUNIDRAM – 30th International Theater Festival
04.11.2025 - 08.11.2025UNIDRAM is a future workshop that provides a platform for the creative and innovative potential of independent theater makers in the realm of contemporary visual theater. It transcends boundaries, brings together various theater traditions, and is conceived in an interdisciplinary manner.
View the event64rd Fleet Parade of Potsdam with Harbor Festival
13.04.2025 - 13.04.2025Colorful market activities, a musical entertainment program, rides, attractions, and many stalls with delicious treats await you at the port of Potsdam as we kick off our main season in 2024. At 3:00 PM, it's time to say "All aboard," as our entire fleet, led by our flagship MS Sanssouci, sets sail from the pier at Lange Brücke. An eventful parade awaits you as you can once again look forward to musical surprises along the shores.
View the eventGreen Visions Potsdam
22.05.2025 - 25.05.2025Seeing climate change differently and understanding it better – with films, knowledge, and optimism. Welcome to the GREEN VISIONS POTSDAM Film Festival, the culture and science festival at the Potsdam Film Museum.
View the eventRoyal Wine Festival
11.07.2025 - 13.07.2025The Royal Vineyard in Sanssouci Park celebrates wine and a good cause. Joining the festivities are winemakers from all over Germany.
View the eventPotsdamer Schlössernacht
22.08.2025 17:00 - 23.08.2025 17:00The beautifully staged Sanssouci Park welcomes its guests with a program featuring music, readings, variety shows, theater, dance, guided tours, as well as light and sound installations.
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