Carnival of Cultures

  • Location: Berlin, Germany

  • Category: Community Carnival

  • Dates/Time: Pentecost weekend (May or June, varies annually)

  • Duration: 4 days (main parade on Sunday)

  • Attendance: Around 1 million attendees

  • Venue: Kreuzberg district and surrounding streets

  • Organizer: Werkstatt der Kulturen / Piranha Arts

  • Established: 1996

  • Symbolic or Satirical Content: Medium

  • Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

  • Global or Migrant Influence: High

Participation Tips

  • Participation Type: Participatory

  • Participation Level (Scale): 4/5

  • Requires Costume to Join: No, but costumes and cultural attire are encouraged for performers

  • Family-Friendly: Yes

  • LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes