Celebrate the opening of Berlin’s premier festival for orchestral music as the Musikfest Berlin 2026 returns with an exceptional program of symphonic masterworks, contemporary compositions, and internationally acclaimed artists. Evolving from the historic Berliner Festwochen, the festival has become one of Europe’s most prestigious classical music events, bringing together leading orchestras, ensembles, conductors, and soloists from around the world.

From late August through September, audiences can experience more than 65 works by 25 composers, performed by over 20 orchestras, instrumental and vocal ensembles, alongside renowned soloists from the international music scene and Berlin’s vibrant cultural landscape. Reflecting its international character, the 2026 edition welcomes distinguished guest ensembles from France, Italy, Korea, and the Netherlands, offering an inspiring journey through the richness and diversity of orchestral music.

Dates: August 28 – September 23, 2026
Venue: Philharmonie Berlin, Kammermusiksaal der Philharmonie & Konzerthaus Berlin
Location: Herbert-von-Karajan-Straße 1, 10785 Berlin & Gendarmenmarkt, 10117 Berlin
Category: Classical Music Festival
More information: https://www.berlinerfestspiele.de/musikfest-berlin