January 16-22: Free Yoga, Plant-based Trade Fair, British Film Festival, and More!

Things to do in Berlin, week of Jan 16, 2023!

Jan 15, 2023

Welcome to the second edition of our weekly newsletter! We have hand-picked a selection of exciting events for you to attend, and we are looking forward to attending some of them ourselves. This week's edition features the following events:

Free Weekly Yoga Practice
Exhibition on Everyday Life in the GDR
Plant-based Trade Fair
British Short Films Festival
Jazzed Up Jam Session
International Green Week Trade Fair

We hope you will join us at one or more of these events and share your thoughts with us. Don't miss out on the fun!

1. Weekly Mindfulness Yoga Practice for Relaxation and Stress-Reduction

Looking for a way to boost your physical and mental well-being, reduce stress, and feel more energized and balanced? Look no further than yoga classes! With their combination of movement, breathwork, and mindfulness, yoga classes offer a holistic approach to health and well-being. Plus, they're a lot of fun! In each class, you'll get to challenge yourself, try new poses, and connect with your body and breath in a supportive and welcoming environment. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a complete beginner, there's a place for you in a yoga class. Reserve your spot.

Cost: Free
Dates: 13.01.2023 - 18:30 - Every Monday
Location: 10179 Berlin - Mitte
Interest: Sport, Fitness, Health

2. Everyday Life in the GDR: A Retrospective of East German Life in the 1970s and 1980s

An exhibition on “Everyday Life in the GDR” is permanently displayed, providing insight into how East Germans’ lives were like in the 1970s and 1980s – at work, in public, and in private. Visitors are able to gain an understanding of how the Communist regime shaped everyday life, how people adapted to the lack of things and the borders, and how they created free spaces for themselves. Read more.

Cost: Free
Dates: Everyday except Mondays
Location: 10435 Berlin - Prenzlauer Berg
Interest: History, Exhibition

3. The Veggienale & FairGoods trade fair: Discovering Plant-Based and Sustainable Lifestyle Options

Experience a Plant-Based and Sustainable Lifestyle at The Veggienale & FairGoods Trade Fair! With numerous exhibitors showcasing their innovative products and ideas, you'll find everything you need to live a more environmentally and ethically conscious life. There are also workshops, lectures, cooking shows, a children's program, and delicious vegan cuisine to keep you entertained and inspired all day long. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, taste, and discover all that a plant-based and sustainable lifestyle has to offer! Read more.

Cost: €10+
Dates: 21.01 - 22.01.2023
Location: 10553 Berlin - Moabit
Interest: Food, Trade fair, Market

4. The Zig Zag Jazzed Up Jam Session

Every Tuesday, Uri Gincel selects Berlin's best international jazz musicians for a wide variety of changing ensembles, playing the music of the greats like Herbie Hancock and Miles Davies. Following a short concerts, a New York-style jam session brings Berlin's best musicians together on stage to communicate, create, improvise, and push each other to new heights. This session brings together people who have never played together before, out-of-town musicians on tour in Berlin, and good friends who have been playing together for years, making for an interesting and fun night every Tuesday. Read more.

Cost: €10-€15
Dates: 17.01.2023 - Every Tuesday
Location: 12159 Berlin - Schöneberg
Interest: Music, Jazz, Dance

5. British Shorts: A Festival of Funny and Strange Short Films

Come check out British Shorts, Berlin's top film fest celebrating all things British! Not only will you get to watch some super cool short films from the UK and Ireland, but you can also help decide the winner of the competition. And as if that wasn't enough, there'll be live music, comedy, and parties to keep you entertained. Don't miss it! Read more.

Cost: €9+
Dates: 19.01 - 25.01.2023
Location: Different locations
Interest: Movie, Film, Festival

6. International Green Week: Discover the Best in International Food

Taste the World at the 87th International Green Week Berlin Trade Fair. As the Leading International Event for Food, Agriculture, and Horticulture, the IGW Offers the Best in International Cuisine and Beverages. Plus, Explore the Latest in Agricultural, Forestry, and Landscaping Technology and Get Inspired by the Beautiful Flower Hall, Featuring Thousands of Early-Blooming Plants and a Central Theme. Don't Miss Your Chance to Experience All That the IGW Has to Offer! Read more.