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Berlin's Carnival of Cultures turns 30 with a parade and public fundraising push

A milestone for diversity: Berlin's iconic street festival turns 30, blending vibrant traditions with a call for community funding. Don't miss the parade!

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Berlin's Carnival of Cultures turns 30 with a parade and public fundraising push

Berlin’s Carnival of Cultures will mark its 30th anniversary from May 22 to 25. The festival, known for its vibrant street parade and free entry, will once again bring global traditions to the city. This year, organisers are asking for public donations to cover rising costs for the first time. The celebrations kick off on Friday, May 22, at 5:00 p.m. at Blücherplatz in Kreuzberg, running until 11:00 p.m. The street festival continues on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. On Whit Monday, May 25, it closes earlier at 6:00 p.m.

The highlight of the event is the street parade on Whit Sunday, May 24. Starting at 1:30 p.m., over 60 groups will march from Frankfurter Allee to Berolina Straße in Friedrichshain. The route has remained in Friedrichshain since 2025 due to ongoing construction in Kreuzberg. Participants will showcase music, dance, and elaborate costumes representing cultures from around the world.

Ahead of the festival, the exhibition Seeing and Being Seen will run at Kunstquartier Bethanien from May 13 to 26. Fourteen artists will present works exploring the festival’s history through different creative perspectives.

For the first time, Piranha Arts AG, the event’s organiser, has launched a public fundraising campaign. The aim is to raise €100,000 to help meet increasing expenses and ensure the festival’s future. The Carnival of Cultures remains free to attend, relying on community support to continue. With donations, performances, and exhibitions, the 30th edition promises to celebrate diversity while adapting to new financial challenges. The festival will close on May 25 after four days of music, art, and cultural exchange.

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