Flickering Easter bonfires, clashing swords at the Easter Knight Festival, colorful Easter hustle and bustle, neighborhood Easter markets: In the capital of Germany, there are many Easter events for families and couples. These 13 events are, for me, the most beautiful ones during Easter in Berlin.
Finally, Easter! For most Berliners and visitors to the city, that means – 4 days off! For me, it means – let’s get out and discover and enjoy the awakening of spring, atmospheric Easter traditions, and the most beautiful Easter markets. As they say so beautifully – Berlin never sleeps – or in other words: in the metropolis, there is always something fantastic happening somewhere. You just need to know when and where!
Beautiful Easter bonfires can be found in the Britzer Gardens or the beach baths Wendenschloß and Plötzensee. Spring and Easter festivals at Kurt-Schumacher-Damm in Reinickendorf, in the Düppel Open-Air Museum, at the Mariendorf Trotting Track, or at the Alice-Salomon-Platz in Hellersdorf. But the most spectacular visitor magnet leads to Spandau. There, the medieval Easter festival takes place at the Spandau Citadel. Here, I present to you the most worthwhile events for Easter in Berlin and provide many more tips for other small and large excursions in the capital.
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What Things You Have to Do in Berlin at Easter?
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Some of the Easter events presented here are worth visiting even in rainy weather. But when it’s pouring, cold, or hailstorming, there’s always a lot going on in Berlin: for example, finally visiting one of the 180 museums and 440 galleries again.
1. Traditional Easter Bonfire in Britzer Garden
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Every year, there is a traditional Easter bonfire in Britzer Garden. But in the most beautiful park in Berlin, there is much more than just a fire. With live music and fire shows, the awakening nature is celebrated, and winter is finally banished. I advise families with (small) children to arrive early because it’s often quite busy, and getting a good spot with a view of the fire is not easy at all!
Originally, the Britzer Garden in Berlin-Neukölln was created for the Federal Garden Exhibition in the 1980s. Besides attending the Easter fire, there are also offers for Easter games and Easter crafting for families.
- Where: In Britzer Garden on the play and sunbathing lawn
- When: usually on Easter Saturday at 6 pm
- Cost: Park admission: Adults €3, Children / Reduced: €1.50
2. Medieval Knight Festival at Easter in Berlin at Spandau Citadel
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Speaking of knights in full armor: Knights appearing in full armor get free admission!
- Where: Easter Knight Festival at Spandau citadel
- When: Easter Saturday to Easter Monday
- Admission: Adults €14, Children (6-16 years) / Reduced: €7.00 / €11
3. Meet the Easter Bunny in the Gardens Of the World at Easter in Berlin
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Every year, there is also an Easter program, including live music and puppet theater. Be sure to check the Event website of the Gardens of the World to see what’s currently planned for Easter!
- Where: Easter in the Gardens of the World
- When: Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday
- Cost: Park admission: Adults €3, Children / Reduced: €1.50
4. Hands-On Medieval and Interactive Easter at Museumsdorf Düppel
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- Where: Easter at Museumsdorf Düppel
- When: Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday
- Cost: Admission: Adults €6, Children up to 18 years old free
5. Fritz Brandt Race on Good Friday at Mariendorf Trotting Track
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- Where: Easter Festival at Mariendorf Trotting Track
- When: Good Friday and Easter Saturday
- Cost: Friday €3, free on Saturday
6. Easter Fair on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm
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- Where: Easter Fair at Central Festplatz on Kurt-Schumacher-Damm
- When: from Easter Saturday (continues beyond the Easter holidays)
- Cost: Free admission
7. Egg Days in the Blue Fairy Tale Hut
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For Easter egg enthusiasts, there is also an Easter egg sale with collector’s items where you can discover rarities.
- Where: Egg Days at Späth’s Baumschule, Neukölln
- When: Good Friday to Easter Monday
- Cost: Material costs per egg between €3.50-€4
7. Easter in Berlin at the Berlin Zoo
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There are also guided Easter tours through Germany’s oldest zoo – but they sell out quickly. So, better secure your ticket early.
- Where: Easter at Zoologischer Garten Berlin
- When: On the Easter holidays
- Cost: Admission for zoo visit: Adults €20, Children: €9.50 (Guided tours are extra)
8. Easter at Tierpark Berlin
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There are usually quickly sold-out Easter tours through Tierpark, leading to egg thieves and egg connoisseurs and offering an animal surprise.
- Where: Easter at Zoologischer Garten Berlin
- When: On the Easter holidays
- Cost: Admission for zoo visit: Adults €20, Children: €9.50 (Guided tours are extra)
- Where: Easter at Zoologischer Garten Berlin
- When: On the Easter holidays
- Cost: Admission for zoo visit: Adults €20, Children: €9.50 (Guided tours are extra)
9. Britzer Blossom Festival – Folk Festival with Easter Bunny in Berlin at Easter
Who wants a family photo with the Easter Bunny? On Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, he distributes Easter eggs to the children at Britzer Blossom Festival and is available for photos. Every year, the festival features a stage program with live bands.
Britzer Blossom Festival is a folk festival held annually at Gutspark Britz on Parchimer / Fulhamer Allee. It is especially worthwhile for families, with about 40 rides set up and a beer garden for refreshments.
- Where: Britzer Blossom Festival at Gutspark Britz, Parchimer / Fulhamer Allee
- When: On the Easter holidays and beyond
- Cost: Free admission
10. First Swim on Good Friday at Strandbad Wannsee
Who isn’t scared of 7 degrees water temperature? On Good Friday and the following three Easter days, you can take a free dip at the season start in Strandbad Wannsee. After the icy bath, mobile saunas are available for the brave swimmers to warm up.
If the weather is good, the Easter Bunny may also visit Strandbad Wannsee on Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday, distributing gifts to the children.
- Where: First Swim at Strandbad Wannsee
- When: Good Friday to Easter Monday
- Cost: Free
11. Train Ride into Spring in Volkspark Wuhlheide at Easter in Berlin
Children and adults can take a ride through the spring landscape on Easter days in Volkspark Wuhlheide with a historic steam locomotive in an open carriage. The journey lasts half an hour, and tickets can be purchased at the ticket office at the main station and on the park railway trains.
- Where: Volkspark Wuhlheide
- When: Days and times are available here
- Cost: Adults €6, Children €5
12. The Most Beautiful Easter Fires at Easter in Berlin
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Here are, among others, Easter fires at Easter in Berlin:
- Britzer Garten (Easter Saturday)
- Französisch Buchholz, Bucher Str. 36-40 (Easter Sunday)
- Strandbad Wendenschloss at Dahme in Köpenick (Easter Saturday)
- Kladow (Easter Saturday)
- Schloss Brook in Lenné-Park, Köpenick (Easter Saturday)
- Strandbad Plötzensee
- Kienbergpark at the Fire Station (Easter Saturday)
- Spandau, on the Buchwaldzeile site in the Gatow district (Easter Saturday)
- Baumschulenweg, Späthsche Baumschulen (Good Friday, Easter Saturday, and Easter Sunday)
- Nikodemus Church Neukölln with night service and Easter fire (Easter Sunday)
- Easter fire in Marzahn (Easter Saturday)
Easter Markets and Spring Festivals at Easter in Berlin
Berlin is known for its vibrant market culture, and Easter is no exception. Numerous Easter markets transform the city’s squares into colorful oases. One of the most popular is the “Easter Market at Alexanderplatz,” which captivates visitors with arts and crafts stalls, regional delicacies, and an entertaining program. Here, you can not only browse for original Easter gifts but also try culinary delights.
Another highlight is the “Spring Festival in Volkspark Friedrichshain,” which takes place parallel to the Easter holidays. In addition to a colorful funfair with rides for the whole family, there is live music, street food stalls, and craft markets. The green meadows of Volkspark provide an ideal setting for a relaxed Easter picnic with friends.
Easter Markets in Berlin
- Easter Market at Potsdamer Platz
- Artisan Easter Market at KartlAugust-Platz
- Easter Market at Alexanderplatz with beer garden
Easter Customs and Traditions
Easter is also a time when Berliners cherish their cultural and religious traditions. For example, the Berlin Cathedral congregation organizes solemn services and concerts that emphasize the spiritual significance of the festival. The splendid architecture of Berlin Cathedral lends a special atmosphere to these events.
For families with children, Easter fires and Easter egg hunts in the numerous parks of the city are an absolute must. Mauerpark, Tiergarten, and Britzer Garten are just a few of the places where the little ones can search for hidden Easter eggs with gleaming eyes.
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