Soulfestival Alexanderplatz Berlin
Eleven days of Soul, Funk, and R&B right in the heart of Alexanderplatz — Free entry
About Soulfestival Alexanderplatz
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Soul in the Heart of Berlin
When the weather cooperates in June and tourists, Berliners, and commuters mingle under the TV Tower, Alexanderplatz becomes an open-air concert hall for eleven days. The Soulfestival Alexanderplatz runs from June 12th to 23rd, 2026 — daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, with free entry, on a stage right in the heart of the capital. The organizer is Hauptstadtkultur GmbH, which has been curating several themed open-air festivals in Berlin for years.
The Whole Soul Family
The musical concept is clear: Soul in all its branches — from the great classics of the 60s and 70s through Funk, R&B, and Gospel to contemporary styles and current Berlin soul bands. On stage, you'll find Berlin local heroes like the One Voice Gospel Choir and the Berlin Blues Band, international acts like Josiah Bruce, Benny Fiedler, Kirk Smith, Tiffany Kemp, or Black Tie Entertainment, as well as jazz combos and cover bands keeping the great songbook of James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding, and Marvin Gaye alive.
More Than Just a Stage
A small festival area is created around the stage: street food stalls with international specialties, an accompanying exhibition on the history of Soul — from Memphis and Detroit to Germany — and seating for the long days between lunch breaks and after work. The concept works so well precisely because it doesn't force consumption: those who just pass by can enjoy the music for free, while those who stay longer can eat and drink on-site.
Alexanderplatz as an Open-Air Living Room
Alexanderplatz in the Mitte district is one of the busiest squares in Europe — hundreds of thousands of people pass through it daily. For Hauptstadtkultur GmbH, this is a stroke of luck: instead of actively attracting an audience, the festival naturally flows through the crowd. The Soul concerts are one of the most accessible forms of events in Berlin — no one needs tickets, reservations, or prior knowledge. Anyone who feels like it can stop and listen. Those who don't have time can catch 20 seconds of Funk as they pass by and take the feeling with them to the S-Bahn station.
Soulfestival Alexanderplatz — edition 2026
The 2026 edition once again brings eleven days of open-air concerts to the heart of Berlin. On the central Alexanderplatz in the Mitte district, rotating Soul, Funk, and R&B bands play from 11 AM to 10 PM. The spectrum ranges from classic covers (James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding, Marvin Gaye) to Gospel and Blues formats, as well as contemporary Berlin soul acts. Entry is continuously free, complemented by a street food area and a small accompanying exhibition on the history of Soul.
Programme Soulfestival Alexanderplatz 2026
The complete daily line-up — with specific concert times and band names — will be announced by Hauptstadtkultur GmbH a few weeks before the festival begins on hauptstadtkultur.berlin/soulfestival-alexanderplatz. Confirmed acts and stage formats based on previous years and organizer communications:
Stage Framework — Alexanderplatz, 10178 Berlin-Mitte
- Daily stage program 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Rotation of 2–4 performances daily, each 60–90 minutes
- Live bands and solo artists, occasional DJ sets
Confirmed Acts and Regular Bands
- One Voice Gospel Choir — Berlin Gospel choir, one of the festival's established classics
- Berlin Blues Band — Local greats with a Funk and Soul repertoire
- Josiah Bruce, Benny Fiedler, Kirk Smith, Tiffany Kemp — Soul artists from Berlin and internationally
- Black Tie Entertainment — Cover show with classics from Motown and Stax
- Jazz Combo Berlin — Crossover Jazz–Soul
- SJ Tomekk — DJ set focusing on Soul and Funk
Ancillary Program
- Street food stalls with international specialties (open continuously)
- Accompanying exhibition on the history of Soul (Memphis, Detroit, international spread)
- Seating and shaded areas around the stage
The detailed daily schedule with all acts and times will be published in early June 2026.
Highlights Soulfestival Alexanderplatz 2026
- Eleven days of continuous Soul, Funk, and R&B programming
- Free entry — no ticket, no reservation
- Live bands daily from 11 AM to 10 PM on Alexanderplatz
- Berlin Local Heroes: One Voice Gospel Choir, Berlin Blues Band, Jazz Combo Berlin
- Street food and accompanying exhibition on the history of Soul
- In the heart of Berlin-Mitte under the TV Tower
Prices Soulfestival Alexanderplatz 2026
Free admission for all concerts and the entire festival area. Street food stalls and beverage sales on-site for a fee. Artists appreciate tips directly at the stage.
Practical information — Soulfestival Alexanderplatz
Getting There
Alexanderplatz, 10178 Berlin-Mitte. S-Bahn/U-Bahn station Alexanderplatz (S5/S7/S9 and U2/U5/U8) directly at the festival grounds. Several tram and bus lines stop at the square. Traveling by car is not recommended — parking in the city center is expensive and scarce.
Admission
Admission is free for all concerts, days, and stage formats. Donations for participating artists are accepted on-site.
Good to Know
Daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, continuous program. In case of extremely bad weather (heavy rain, thunderstorms), stage operations may be temporarily interrupted. Street food stalls usually accept card payments. Detailed program and daily line-up on the Hauptstadtkultur website.
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Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz, 10178 Berlin