Our classical concerts at the Philharmonie Berlin 2026

The four ROC ensembles – DSO Berlin, RSB Berlin, Rundfunkchor Berlin, and RIAS Kammerchor Berlin – perform at the Berlin Philharmonie with their own programs, artistic direction, and ticket sales. The Berlin Philharmonic is the Philharmonie’s resident orchestra. The ROC ensembles present their own concert series there as independent ensembles.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to that. Prices vary depending on the ensemble, the concert, and the seating category. The ROC ensembles offer discounts on ticket prices to young people in school, vocational training, or college (up to age 27), as well as to those performing volunteer or military service, and to recipients of social assistance and the unemployed.

The Philharmonie is within walking distance of the Potsdamer Platz S-Bahn and U-Bahn station (about 10 minutes). Alternatively, the M29 bus stops right in front of the building (Philharmonie stop).

There is no strict dress code. Smart to elegant attire is customary; you are also welcome to wear jeans and casual clothing in the concert hall.

We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the start of the event. If you arrive late, you may be admitted at appropriate points in the program or during intermissions.

Yes, the building has elevators and wheelchair-accessible seating. Visitors with special needs can contact visitor services in advance.

There are several accessible restrooms in the lobby area.

Children are welcome, provided they are able to sit quietly for the duration of the concert, which is typically 90–120 minutes. For families with younger children, we recommend the ensembles’ children’s concerts.

Yes, provided tickets are still available, the box office at the Berlin Philharmonie generally opens 60 minutes before the concert begins. We recommend purchasing tickets online in advance so you can secure your ticket and preferred seat early.

In the Grand Hall, you can enjoy symphony concerts featuring large orchestras in a venue that seats approximately 2,400 people. The Chamber Music Hall, with about 1,170 seats, offers a more intimate atmosphere where choral works and smaller ensembles feel particularly accessible – and its acoustics are just as impressive.

You are not permitted to take photos or record video during the performance—out of respect for the artists and to ensure an undisturbed listening experience, please simply turn off your cell phone. Before and after the concert, as well as during intermission, you are welcome to take photos to your heart’s content at the Berlin Philharmonie – for personal use only.

Yes, you may use the coat check at the Berlin Philharmonie free of charge. The doors and coat check open one hour before the concert begins; to enter the Great Hall, please use the north entrance on Herbert-von-Karajan-Straße; to enter the Chamber Music Hall, please use the south entrance. You may bring small handbags with you to your seat; larger bags must be checked at the coat check.