A striking trend: more and more major events are being hosted in Berlin. The 2024 Event and Convention Statistics by visitBerlin's Berlin Convention Office confirm the boom: 6.2 per cent of Berlin's business events host over 1,000 participants – more than triple the national average of 1.8 per cent.
It’s no surprise: Berlin's event halls have long provided space for ambitious visions. As one of Europe’s top destinations for congresses and conferences, Berlin impresses with its vast venues capable of hosting thousands of guests. Whether it’s a congress, conference, gala or trade fair – Berlin offers a wide range of XXL locations perfect for large-scale gatherings.
From arenas to convention centres, Berlin's large-scale venues stand out not only for their architectural uniqueness but also for their central locations and excellent accessibility. When it comes to finding a suitable venue for events with more than 3,000 participants, Germany’s capital is truly exceptional – not least thanks to the Berlin Hotel Charter.
The Berlin Hotel Charter is a joint initiative by Berlin’s hotel industry, the Berlin Convention Office of visitBerlin, the Governing Mayor, and the Senate Department for Economic Affairs. It offers organisers of large congresses a transparent and standardised framework for booking, billing and planning. It streamlines collaboration with Berlin hotels through guaranteed capacities, unified terms and conditions, and efficient negotiation processes. For event planners, this means more clarity, reliability and efficiency when organising large-scale events – while strengthening Berlin’s position on the international meetings market.
Discover a world of event opportunities – Berlin is home to the largest and most modern event venues in Germany. Here's an overview of the city’s most impressive event halls:
Opened in September 2019, hub27 offers 10,000 m² of pillar-free hall space filled with daylight, plus 5,000 m² of ancillary space including 20 breakout rooms, offices, a rooftop terrace for 200 guests, and flexible registration counters. With capacity for up to 9,500 guests, this multipurpose venue on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds connects directly to Halls 1 and 25 via covered walkways.
The historic halls of STATION Berlin in Kreuzberg once echoed with steam locomotives – today, they host events for up to 6,800 participants. Located just a short walk from Potsdamer Platz, this 23,000 m² site is a prime venue for congresses, exhibitions, galas and more. Perfect for organisers of large-scale events seeking character, history and centrality in one place.
The timelessly modern domed building of the bcc, located right next to the Berlin TV Tower and Alexanderplatz, is a true landmark in Berlin-Mitte. Tour guides stop here to share stories of East Berlin’s history. As an event Venue, the listed bcc thrives today thanks to its distinctive architecture and prime location – blending history, style and functionality in its heritage-protected domed structure. And it’s much larger and more spacious than it appears from the outside: three event levels with up to 26 conference rooms or a total of 3,000 square metres of exhibition space can accommodate up to 3,000 people. The bcc impresses not only with its central location but also with its meticulously curated design – from chairs to cutlery, every element has been custom-designed. As part of the "Sustainable Berlin" sustainability programme by visitBerlin, the bcc was certified as a "High Performer" in 2023.
Right next to the East Side Gallery on Uber Platz, the Uber Arena stands as one of Europe’s most advanced multifunctional arenas, ready to welcome event planners. From international concerts and e-sports tournaments to corporate events and general meetings – this venue spans around 60,000 square metres, accommodating up to 17,000 guests and boasting top-tier technical facilities. With flexible seating arrangements, dedicated VIP areas and cutting-edge infrastructure, it’s ideally suited for large-scale events with a show character. The neighbouring Uber Eats Music Hall complements the offer, hosting up to 4,500 attendees. Its modern industrial design, premium stage technology and adaptable spatial layout make it the perfect setting for award ceremonies, product launches, galas or hybrid event formats. Both venues also benefit from excellent public transport links, a vibrant urban setting with restaurants and hotels, and sustainable building technology.
The Berlin Convention Office is here to help. Whether you’re organising a meeting, congress, incentive or corporate event, get in touch at: convention@visitBerlin.de or start exploring now on the Berlin Convention Finder.
The XXL venues in Berlin are ideal for congresses, trade fairs, conferences, concerts, shows and sporting events on a large scale.
Absolutely! Locations in Berlin are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including professional lighting and sound equipment, flexible stage configurations, streaming capabilities and much more, to enable events of the highest standard.
Germany has a large number of major venues that are used for various purposes, such as sports or cultural events. The largest venues are mainly located in Berlin. These include the Estrel Berlin with the largest congress centre, the Olympic Stadium Berlin, the Velodrom, STATION Berlin, CityCube, Hub27 and the Tempodrom. These venues offer immense capacity for events with several thousand participants and are known for their versatility and modern facilities.
In addition, one of the most important venues in Germany is the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, which, with a capacity of over 18,000 visitors, is one of the largest arenas and multifunctional venues in Europe. Düsseldorf has the Merkur Arena, which can accommodate up to 66,500 visitors. In Hamburg, the Barclaycard Arena, with a capacity of over 16,000 visitors, is a hotspot for major events. Hanover impresses with the TUI Arena, which can accommodate more than 14,000 visitors.
