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Berlin: New Developments in 2026. A Brief Overview
Berlin: New Developments in 2026. A Brief Overview

🏙 In 2026, Berlin will introduce a range of changes affecting social support, education, housing, energy supply and public transport.

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Priority is given to education, youth support, and family relationships
Priority is given to education, youth support, and family relationships

🎓 The Berlin Senate has approved the 2026–2027 budget, maintaining key priorities in education, youth support, and family policy.

The need to improve the security system is obvious!
The need to improve the security system is obvious!

⚡ The January blackout in Berlin’s Steglitz-Zehlendorf district exposed vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and raised urgent security concerns.

Tiger cubs born at Tierpark Berlin
Tiger cubs born at Tierpark Berlin

🐯 A Sumatran tiger cub has been born at Tierpark Berlin, a rare and critically endangered tiger subspecies.

Berlin: Concert Dedicated to the Birthday of Vladimir Vysotsky. “Thank You for Being Alive”
Berlin: Concert Dedicated to the Birthday of Vladimir Vysotsky. “Thank You for Being Alive”

🎶 On January 23, the concert “Thank You for Being Alive”, dedicated to the birthday of Vladimir Vysotsky, will take place at the Russian House of Science and Culture in Berlin.

Merry Orthodox Christmas!
Merry Orthodox Christmas!

🕯️ Orthodox Christians following the Julian calendar celebrate Christmas on the night of January 6–7, observing the holiday with prayer and religious traditions.

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Public Transport Fares Increased in Berlin
Public Transport Fares Increased in Berlin

🚆 From January 1, public transport fares for BVG tickets in Berlin’s AB tariff zone have increased. On average, ticket prices rose by about 6 % due to higher operating costs.

Happy New Year 2026!
Happy New Year 2026!

✨ A New Year 2026 greeting about hope, kindness, family warmth and the unique tradition of the Old New Year.

Reminder about the “rendezvous” with Saint Sylvester…
Reminder about the “rendezvous” with Saint Sylvester…

🎆 Berlin police remind the public of New Year’s Eve fireworks regulations and designated no-fireworks and weapons-free zones.

The bright feast of the Nativity of Christ illuminates the world!
The bright feast of the Nativity of Christ illuminates the world!

🎄 From the bottom of our hearts, we congratulate you on Catholic Christmas! We wish you good health, peace and harmony in your home, the love of your family and loved ones, and faithful friends!

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The Russian-language “Trust Hotline” remains in demand …
The Russian-language “Trust Hotline” remains in demand …

📞 Telefon Doweria in Berlin provides 24/7 psychological support in Russian, offering confidential help, empathy, and culturally sensitive assistance.

Berlin: Increase in the minimum wage
Berlin: Increase in the minimum wage

💼 The Berlin Senate has approved an increase in the minimum wage to €14.84 per hour in 2026 and €15.58 gross per hour in 2027.

Memorial plaque “Resident of Blockaded Leningrad”
Memorial plaque “Resident of Blockaded Leningrad”

📜 An overview of the Siege of Leningrad, the commemorative badge “Resident of Blockaded Leningrad,” eligibility rules and the current application procedure.

The Red Town Hall opens its unique “storage collections”
The Red Town Hall opens its unique “storage collections”

🏛 The Red Town Hall presents an exhibition of 500 guest gifts collected over 75 years, offering rare insights into Berlin’s history and international connections.

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Unified electronic visa to Russia
Unified electronic visa to Russia

🌐 The unified e-visa allows citizens of 64 countries to enter Russia easily: a fully online application process, up to 30 days of stay, and access to all regions.

The New Year’s Eve celebration at the Brandenburg Gate will take place!
The New Year’s Eve celebration at the Brandenburg Gate will take place!

🎆 Berlin confirms the New Year’s Eve celebration at the Brandenburg Gate: free tickets, fireworks, music, and the country’s biggest festive event on December 31, 2025.

New waste disposal fines in Berlin – up to €100,000
New waste disposal fines in Berlin – up to €100,000

🚯 Berlin has expanded and significantly increased fines for illegal waste disposal. Penalties now reach up to 100,000 euros. The measures aim to protect the environment and keep the city clean.

The magic of Christmas lights at Tierpark Berlin
The magic of Christmas lights at Tierpark Berlin

✨ Christmas magic returns to Tierpark Berlin: the zoo becomes a glowing fairy-tale world with over 30 light installations, an ice rink, children’s quests and the cheerful Wichtel Disco.

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IMOM’S IN BERLIN: CELEBRATING THE “BIRTHDAY”
IMOM’S IN BERLIN: CELEBRATING THE “BIRTHDAY”

💖 IMOM’S Berlin hosts a warm, emotional “Jam Birthday” event — an evening filled with laughter, music, contests, gifts, and a festive women-only vibe.

Berlin: Access to services without prior appointment
Berlin: Access to services without prior appointment

🗂 Berlin has expanded Bürgeramt services available without appointments, allowing residents to receive key documents and certificates faster and more conveniently.

WRITER – NOVELIST, POET ALEXANDER LICH – NEW BOOKS
WRITER – NOVELIST, POET ALEXANDER LICH – NEW BOOKS

📚 An interview with Munich-based author Alexander Lich: new books, verse novels, creative plans, reader events, and stage productions that have achieved notable success in Germany.

The Heldenmarkt fair is back!
The Heldenmarkt fair is back!

🌿 Heldenmarkt returns to Berlin! Over 100 exhibitors showcase sustainable products, fashion, cosmetics, innovation, and ideas for a greener future.

Current population forecast for Berlin until 2040
Current population forecast for Berlin until 2040

🏙 Berlin’s population forecast to 2040 predicts moderate growth of about +109,000 people. The population will reach 4.006 million, with increases in some districts and declines in others.

Project “Rent”: Fighting illegal car rentals in Germany
Project “Rent”: Fighting illegal car rentals in Germany

🚔 Germany and several EU states launch the “Rent” project to combat illegal car rental networks and organized crime. The initiative is coordinated by the Berlin LKA.

“Janushka” – unconditional recognition and well-deserved respect
“Janushka” – unconditional recognition and well-deserved respect

🎤 Since childhood, I have loved singing, even though no one in my family, except my father, had any “musical talent.” I was never able to finish my studies at music school. I didn’t like playing a musical instrument, but I really enjoyed attending the choir.

Music Quiz IMIX BERLIN: ROCK VS POP! — THE AUTUMN BATTLE
Music Quiz IMIX BERLIN: ROCK VS POP! — THE AUTUMN BATTLE

🎸 IMIX Berlin presents “Rock vs Pop” — the musical battle of the autumn! A night of drive, laughter and music on November 7 at Madloba, Berlin.

Youth Word of the Year in Germany: Term of Foreign Origin Selected
Youth Word of the Year in Germany: Term of Foreign Origin Selected

💬 Germany has selected its new “Youth Word of the Year.” The foreign-origin term “Das crazy” topped the 2025 voting. Experts note the influence of English and shortening of expressions. Slang reflects emotions, cultural tastes, and youth mood.

BVG’s autonomous minibuses debut in Berlin
BVG’s autonomous minibuses debut in Berlin

BVG launches a pilot project in Berlin with autonomous electric shuttles. Five minibuses will soon operate, marking a new era in urban transport.

Situation with the Mpox virus in Berlin
Situation with the Mpox virus in Berlin

🦠 Berlin reports a sharp rise in Mpox (monkeypox) infections. In 2025, cases in Germany have nearly doubled.

A knock at the door – don’t rush to open it!
A knock at the door – don’t rush to open it!

⚠️ A citywide survey is underway in Berlin to update the Mietspiegel — the official rent price index. Be aware of fraudsters posing as interviewers!

Berlin: Countering Drones
Berlin: Countering Drones

🛸 Berlin intensifies its drone defense strategy. New radar systems, interceptor UAVs, and stronger laws will improve security across the capital.

Yadegar Asisi’s talent never ceases to amaze…
Yadegar Asisi’s talent never ceases to amaze…

🎨 Berlin artist Yadegar Asisi unveils the renewed 360° panorama “Great Barrier Reef” at the Panometer Dresden. Opening on March 27, 2026.

Festival of Lights 2025 in Berlin
Festival of Lights 2025 in Berlin

🏛️ From October 8 to 15, 2025, Berlin lights up with the Festival of Lights. Discover dates, venues, and spectacular light installations across the German capital.

IMOM’S Berlin — Women’s Night in Chicago Jazz Style
IMOM’S Berlin — Women’s Night in Chicago Jazz Style

🎷✨ IMOM’S Berlin is a ladies-only night out — a quiz party made for women who love style, fun and community. This October we bring you to 1930s Chicago: cocktails, sequins, secrets and brilliant answers!

Berlin: Smart Country Convention 2025
Berlin: Smart Country Convention 2025

💻 SCCON 2025 in Berlin: Hub 27 hosts digital governance, smart cities, AI, cybersecurity, energy, and global innovation exchange. Free admission.

Republic of Belarus “visiting” the Tierparkhotel Abacus
Republic of Belarus “visiting” the Tierparkhotel Abacus

🤝 On September 24, a cultural evening of the “Guest at Abacus” series took place at the Tierparkhotel Abacus in Berlin, dedicated to the Republic of Belarus. The organizers – Go East Generationen e.V. and Deutsch-Russische Festtage e.V., with the support of BERLIN24.

Changes in the field of private education
Changes in the field of private education

🏫 The Berlin Senate amends school legislation: private schools will receive state funding after just 2 years, and a new tuition fee scale based on parents’ income will be introduced.

For the first time in Berlin: Festival “Street Food on Wheels”
For the first time in Berlin: Festival “Street Food on Wheels”

🚴‍♀️ Bites & Bikes Street Food Festival 2025 in Berlin: international street food, cargo bike culture, live music, art, and family-friendly entertainment.

Neighborhood Festival “Together in Lichtenberg” 2025
Neighborhood Festival “Together in Lichtenberg” 2025

🎉 Join us on September 18, 2025, at Heinrich-Date-Platz in Berlin-Lichtenberg! The “Together in Lichtenberg” festival offers food from around the world, creative workshops, live music, and fun family activities. Free entry, registration required.

Special feature of money transfers from October 2025
Special feature of money transfers from October 2025

💶 New EU rules for real-time money transfers take effect on October 9, 2025. Instant euro payments, 24/7 availability, stronger security, and higher transparency for bank and crypto transactions.

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