Special Events in Berlin

January
International Green Week celebrates agriculture and gardening at the ICC trade fair center and features samples of exotic foods from around the world. Tel. 303/80

Schauplatz Museum (Museum Showcase) A month long showcase of theater performances, concerts, readings, films, lectures and discussions enlivening Berlin's museums. Includes "Long Night of the Museums" on which the museums in Berlin stay open until after midnight. tel. 28 39 74 44.

February
International Film Festival Berlin. Also known as Berlinale, the film festival attracts stars, directors, and critics from around the world. About 750 films are shown during the 2 weeks. tel. 25 48 90.

March
International Travel Fair Held at ICC Trade Center. Exhibitors highlight their countries' attractions. tel. 303 80.

April
Festival Days An annual series of gala concerts and operas under the auspices of the Staatsoper Unter den Linden which brings world renowned conductors, soloists and orchestras to Berlin for 10 days. Concerts are held at the Philharmonic concert hall; operas are held at the opera house. tel. 20 35 44 81.

May
Carnival of Cultures