Jazz im Park — Pankower Bürgerpark

Bürgerpark Pankow as a Green Stage

Bürgerpark Pankow is one of Berlin's oldest public parks, laid out in the 19th century by publisher Hermann Killisch von Horn. With its mature trees, the Mühlenteich (mill pond), a rose garden avenue, and the central music pavilion, it offers the ideal backdrop for an open-air concert format under the sky. The park is located directly in the Pankow district, a five-minute walk from the S+U-Bahn station Pankow.

Jazz, Blues, Soul, Rock — and the Pavilion

"Jazz im Park" brings together bands from Berlin and Brandenburg, and occasionally international guests, for Whitsun. The focus is on the music pavilion — a classic concert structure that gives the festival its atmosphere. The musical spectrum isn't limited to jazz: blues, soul, funk, and rock have also shaped the program in recent years. Admission is traditionally free.

Family Festival in the Green

Unlike pure concert festivals, "Jazz im Park" is explicitly designed as a family event. Between concerts, bouncy castles, a historic carousel, a small children's train, and water balloon games are part of the regular attractions. An art market featuring local artists complements the musical offerings. For parents with children, the festival is one of the few free open-air venues in Berlin's Whitsun calendar.

Break 2025 and Return 2026

Berlin.de confirms that the 2025 edition "did not take place" — according to a press release, 2025 was actually supposed to be the 23rd edition. For 2026, several Pankow sources indicate a return for the "24th edition," although the exact date has not yet been confirmed. The festival usually takes place on Whitsun; in 2026, Whitsun falls on the weekend of May 23–25.

Pankow — the Green North of Berlin

Pankow is Berlin's most populous district and, with its old apartment buildings, parks, and weekly markets, is considered one of the vibrant centers of Berlin family culture. Bürgerpark with "Jazz im Park" symbolizes the independence of Pankow's cultural scene, away from the hustle and bustle of the city center.