Harmonica FEN Festival 2026
The Harmonica FEN Festival 2026 in Berlin's Kesselhaus showcases the versatile harmonica across jazz, blues, and world music. Featuring an international lineup including Yotam Ben-Or and the Free Reeds All Star Quartett, this event highlights the instrument's unique sonic spectrum.
About
Die Mundharmonika in all ihren Facetten – internationales Line-up in BerlinBerlin wird vom 29. bis 31. Mai 2026 erneut zum Zentrum der internationalen Mundharmonika-Szene: Das Harmonica FEN Festival 2026 präsentiert im Kesselhaus der Kulturbrauerei die stilistische Vielfalt eines oft unterschätzten Instruments.Bekannt vor allem aus Blues, Rock/Pop und Volksmusik, zeigt die Mundharmonika hier ihr ganzes klangliches Spektrum – von Jazz über Weltmusik bis hin zu experimentellen Formaten. Neun hochkarätige Ensembles aus Europa, Amerika und Asien bringen das Instrument in unterschiedlichsten Genres auf die Bühne. Kesselhaus | 18:30 UhrYotam Ben-Or (ISR/BEL)John Henry (SWE)Free Reeds All Star QuartettDas eigens für das Festival zusammengestellte Free Reeds All Star Quartett vereint außergewöhnliche Instrumente: Sheng (Wu Wei), Maultrommel (Sören Birke), Mundharmonika (Steven De Bruyn) und Akkordeon (Titti Castrini).
Crowd
Highly dependent on the event. Indie concerts may draw an 18–35 crowd, while heritage acts or the Move iT! 90s party heavily draw a 25–45+ demographic. A healthy mix of Berlin locals and tourists, significantly more 'German/local' than tourist-heavy clubs.
Age Range
25-55 (median 35)Vibe
Concert and Party VenueDresscode
Casual wear is perfectly fine. Jeans, t-shirts, and clean sneakers are universally accepted. No specific bans, though beachwear or overly dirty clothing may be turned away.
Getting In
Door Strictness
RelaxedWait Time
For parties, expect a 10 to 25-minute wait at peak hours (23:30–01:00). For sold-out concerts, arriving 30 minutes before doors open is advised to get a spot near the stage.Unlike Berlin's notorious techno clubs, Kesselhaus does not have a strict or intimidating door policy. If you have a ticket and are not heavily intoxicated, you will get in.
Weather
Todayslight rain23°
31
May
Starts at 18:30
Recommended 18:00-19:30
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31
May
Starts at 18:30
Recommended 18:00-19:30
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About
Die Mundharmonika in all ihren Facetten – internationales Line-up in BerlinBerlin wird vom 29. bis 31. Mai 2026 erneut zum Zentrum der internationalen Mundharmonika-Szene: Das Harmonica FEN Festival 2026 präsentiert im Kesselhaus der Kulturbrauerei die stilistische Vielfalt eines oft unterschätzten Instruments.Bekannt vor allem aus Blues, Rock/Pop und Volksmusik, zeigt die Mundharmonika hier ihr ganzes klangliches Spektrum – von Jazz über Weltmusik bis hin zu experimentellen Formaten. Neun hochkarätige Ensembles aus Europa, Amerika und Asien bringen das Instrument in unterschiedlichsten Genres auf die Bühne. Kesselhaus | 18:30 UhrYotam Ben-Or (ISR/BEL)John Henry (SWE)Free Reeds All Star QuartettDas eigens für das Festival zusammengestellte Free Reeds All Star Quartett vereint außergewöhnliche Instrumente: Sheng (Wu Wei), Maultrommel (Sören Birke), Mundharmonika (Steven De Bruyn) und Akkordeon (Titti Castrini).
Crowd
Highly dependent on the event. Indie concerts may draw an 18–35 crowd, while heritage acts or the Move iT! 90s party heavily draw a 25–45+ demographic. A healthy mix of Berlin locals and tourists, significantly more 'German/local' than tourist-heavy clubs.
Age Range
25-55 (median 35)Vibe
Concert and Party VenueDresscode
Casual wear is perfectly fine. Jeans, t-shirts, and clean sneakers are universally accepted. No specific bans, though beachwear or overly dirty clothing may be turned away.
Getting In
Door Strictness
RelaxedWait Time
For parties, expect a 10 to 25-minute wait at peak hours (23:30–01:00). For sold-out concerts, arriving 30 minutes before doors open is advised to get a spot near the stage.Unlike Berlin's notorious techno clubs, Kesselhaus does not have a strict or intimidating door policy. If you have a ticket and are not heavily intoxicated, you will get in.
Weather
Todayslight rain23°