Pop-culture events in Berlin – such as festivals, concert series and workshops – are supported by Musicboard through the project-funding programmes Festival Funding, Karrieresprungbrett and Pop im Kiez. In addition to funding around 250 individual events each year, Musicboard itself has been organising the international festival Pop-Kultur since 2015 and – for and with music enthusiasts in the city – the Fête de la Musique since 2018.
Tennis Bar Block Party is a one-day, live music festival on Saturday, 5 September 2026 that brings the bright and expansive landscape of Berlin’s arts-and-culture directly to the residents of Neukölln. The event is completely free and offers live music, DJs, comedy segments, food stalls, face painting, & more. Featuring Das Beat, Wooly Aziz, trick pony, The Nightclubs, Kkoki, AAMIROO (DJ) and griefeater (DJ).
Knistern describes a crackling sound, and is also a metaphor for something that’s in the air between people. The series Knistern each time brings together two artists and a musical idea they are currently working on. They present their current work in a short set, and then have space to share their musical ideas in conversation with each other, a music journalist, and the audience.
The second instalment of the Berliner Kurkonzerte at Weißen See, on 6 September 2026, once again offers a chance to relax amidst the park, the lake and the stage. Naturally, there’ll be medicinal water on tap and musical entertainment featuring a choir, a live band, children’s dance theatre and a DJ. Among those taking part are the Popkoro Choir, the OOPSALA dance theatre collective, the Singende Tresen, Onom Agemo & the Disco Jumpers and Captain of None (DJ).
Under the slogan Berlin Bands for Berlin, the NIRANIUM Festival presents outstanding independent musicians. Taking place at Neue Zukunft on 26 September 2026, the event proves that even smaller festivals can make a significant impact through diversity, accessibility, and fair representation. The bands Glooom, Eddie, Riot Spears, Bonsai Kitten and Nungara, all from the local rock scene, will be performing.
Knistern describes a crackling sound, and is also a metaphor for something that’s in the air between people. The series Knistern each time brings together two artists and a musical idea they are currently working on. They present their current work in a short set, and then have space to share their musical ideas in conversation with each other, a music journalist, and the audience.
Outside the BigMac is a series of mini-festivals celebrating the carnival of outsiders, the unadapted, and the different. These events strengthen the network of Berlin-based artists and create a space for unconventional pop music. The fifth edition of the festival is dedicated to artists who are connected in different ways to the legacy of the post-punk era. Ran Huber (amSTART) will open the evening with a talk on DIY culture and Berlin's long-standing tradition of making art outside of growth-driven ambitions. The live programme features performances by Cosey Mueller, Mat Pogo, Chris Imler and Caillou.
In partnership with the Female* Producer Collective, TRIXX Studios Berlin are implementing the support program FPC Berlin Edition for FLINTA* music producers in Berlin. The aim is to specifically support producers on their path into the professional music industry, foster creative development, and build sustainable connections within the music sector. 15 selected producers will gain access to workshops (15.10.-17.10 und 4.11.2026) and a three-day songwriting camp (5.-7.11.2026) at TRIXX Studios as part of the program. The program combines knowledge, networks, and practical experience, creating visibility for a new generation of FLINTA* producers in Berlin and beyond. The deadline for applications is 21 August 2026. (Photo: Hien Vo)
On 7 November 2026, the music action day InkluJam – gemeinsam laut will see musicians with and without disabilities taking full control of the programme. Whether writing songs together, jamming, learning about equipment, or simply exchanging ideas, the accessible Werk9 venue offers three rehearsal rooms, a bar, and a large stage for all individual concepts. Participation is entirely flexible: anyone can offer or request workshops, and assistance is readily available. The event concludes with a public concert, which will also be streamed live online. (Photo: Jens Kaufmann)
Outside the BigMac is a series of mini-festivals celebrating the carnival of outsiders, the unadapted, and the different. These events strengthen the network of Berlin-based artists and create a space for unconventional pop music. The november edition celebrates theatricality, performativity, and the historical depth of Berlin’s alternative music scene. The program embraces extravagant, costumed cabaret in the spirit of Berlin’s flamboyant nightlife and queer culture. At the same time, it continues the city’s long tradition of political songwriting inspired by Brecht, using music and performance as a medium for social critique. Featuring Mary Ocher, Elsens Albtraum, Dirty Feetz and Malu.
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