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The time has come: Berlinale returns to Potsdamer Platz! From February 12-22, 2026, the theater at Potsdamer Platz transforms into the glamorous Berlinale Palast, where visitors can experience the latest film premieres from around the world, celebrity guests, and all the festival magic live.
For eleven days, international film business pulses at Potsdamer Platz – from intimate arthouse gems to major blockbuster premieres. The Berlinale remains the most political of all major film festivals, bringing not only Hollywood glamour but also socially critical cinema to Berlin. Perfect for anyone who wants more than just entertainment!
You can find the complete program of the 76th Berlinale here.
Berlinale Live Streams Anyone who wants to be in the thick of it but couldn't get tickets can relax at Manifesto Market on the ground floor of The Playce: Here you can watch both the opening ceremony on February 12 at 5:00 PM and the awards ceremony on February 21 at 5:00 PM via live stream – with a perfect view of the action, wine in hand, and without freezing.
Festival Food & Drinks Craving more than just great cinema? Perfect – because Potsdamer Platz is turning into a culinary playground! At Manifesto Market, you can get into festival mood with 20% off Aperol Spritz, and opening day visitors score free popcorn with their live stream. The Alchemist mixes you the exclusive Berlinale Negroni for a sweet €6 until 7 PM – Instagram-ready and delicious. The Upside Down gets wild, daily from 3-6 PM: 20% off all beer and cocktails means longer happy hour, less money spent!
Maredo drops a festival-worthy 3-course BBQ menu for €44.90, while Goldies gifts you a whole portion of fries with two burgers – because sharing is caring. Coffee addicts storm The Barn: 10% off cappuccino or flat white, plus another 10% when you buy your second bag of coffee beans. The highlight? Borkowskis serves 24K gold currywurst (yes, really!) with 20% festival discount. Berlin street food has never been this glamorous!
Info Counter & Press Center At The Playce you'll also find the Info Counter for all your festival questions, while the Grand Hyatt becomes the press center with exclusive interview lounges.
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