Events

Here you will find all events related to touring artists: events that we organise ourselves, events where we are invited as experts as well as recommendations for events of the three supporting organisations of touring artists and On The Move. To receive regular information about our events, sign up for our newsletter and follow us on our social media channels.

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  • September 2026

    Tuesday

    8 September 2026

    Deep Dive Kultur.Jena – Wissen, Praxis, Zukunft

    A series of events organised by Kulturberatung Jena, providing musicians, event organisers and cultural practitioners with in-depth knowledge, legal guidance, practical tips and inspiration. Session topic: Von der Idee zum Song zur Bühne – Förderung & Projektentwicklung & internationale Perspektiven (From idea to song to the stage – funding, project development and international perspectives); featuring Initiative Musik and touring artists.

    Organiser: Kulturberatung Jena

    Time: 6 to 8:30 pm 

    Venue: Rosenkeller Jena 

    Language: German

    Information

  • July 2026

    Wednesday

    8 July 2026

    #01 Get started! Introduction to freelancing

    Discover the essentials of self-employment in Germany’s arts and creative industries. The online seminar guides you through the first steps, from registering as self-employed to learning about the key differences between “freelance” activities and other forms of self-employment.

    This online seminar is part of the event series Get started! First steps in self-employment. In three online seminars invited speakers offer insights on various topics that are important for your start into self-employment in Germany.
    Additionaly, our networking event on 29th July offers you the opportunity to connect with other like-minded artists and creative professionals, share experiences and build connections within Berlin’s vibrant arts and creative scene.

    Organisers: Kreativ Kultur Berlin & touring artists

    Time: 3 to 6 pm 

    Online 

    Language: English 

    Information and registration


    Wednesday

    15 July 2026

    #02 Get started! Orientation in taxes and invoicing

    From income tax to VAT: this online seminar provides orientation on navigating taxes and invoicing as well as the "small business regulation" (Kleinunternehmerregelung) in Germany.

    The online seminar is part of the event series Get started! First steps in self-employment. In three online seminars invited speakers offer insights on various topics that are important for your start into self-employment in Germany.
    Additionaly, our networking event on 29th July offers you the opportunity to connect with other like-minded artists and creative professionals, share experiences and build connections within Berlin’s vibrant arts and creative scene.

    Organisers: Kreativ Kultur Berlin & touring artists

    Time: 3 to 6 pm 

    Online 

    Language: English 

    Information and registration


    Wednesday

    15 July 2026

     

    Start Up Arts - Grenzüberschreitendes Arbeiten und Mobilitätsförderung

    Artists, cultural professionals and organisations gain practical insight into the key legal and organisational aspects of international cultural work, as well as funding opportunities for cross-border projects.
    The first part of the workshop focuses on the administrative challenges of working internationally. Topics covered include social security issues, taxation, international VAT regulations, collaboration with artists from third countries, and customs regulations when travelling with equipment.
    The second part is devoted to promoting mobility. Funding programmes, funding databases and information platforms that support international artistic collaboration will be presented. Participants will gain an overview of the funding opportunities available for international projects and how to prepare effectively for cross-border initiatives.
    The event is aimed at artists and cultural professionals across all disciplines, as well as cultural organisations and initiatives that work internationally or wish to establish cross-border collaborations in the future.

    Organiser: Arbeit + Kultur Saarland gGmbH

    Time: 5 to 8 pm 

    Venue: Arrival Room, Saarbrücken 

    Language: German

    Information


    Wednesday

    22 July 2026

    #03 Get started! Künstlersozialkasse (KSK) and social insurance basics

    In this online seminar, you'll explore the ins and outs of the Künstlersozialkasse (KSK), the „Artists Social Security Fund“, and learn about other insurance options.

    The online seminar is part of the event series Get started! First steps in self-employment. In three online seminars invited speakers offer insights on various topics that are important for your start into self-employment in Germany.
    Additionaly, our networking event on 29th July offers you the opportunity to connect with other like-minded artists and creative professionals, share experiences and build connections within Berlin’s vibrant arts and creative scene.

    Organisers: Kreativ Kultur Berlin & touring artists

    Time: 3 to 6 pm 

    Online 

    Language: English 

    Information and registration


    Wednesday

    29 July 2026

    Get connected! Meet organizations for your start into self-employment!

    The event is a marketplace tailored to the needs of artists who are new to Berlin!
    It offers the opportunity to get to know organizations that support first steps into self-employment and networking in Berlin:

    In additon to the market place, round talks, speed networking sessions, and speed consultation will take place.

    The networking event is part of the event series "Get started! First steps in self-employment".

    Organisers: Kreativ Kultur Berlin & touring artists

    Time: 5 to 9 pm 

    Venue: Podewil, Berlin 

    Language: English 

    Information and registration

  • June 2026

    Friday

    26 June 2026

    Creative Shelters on a Temporary Basis

    The ADIR invites you to the first nationwide conference of international residency programs at ZK/U – Center for Art and Urbanistics in Berlin. Under the title 'Creative Shelters on a Temporary Basis', the conference focuses on residencies as spaces of protection and possibility for artists. How can they provide safety, enable international mobility, and respond to social, political, and institutional challenges?

     

    Organiser: Working Group of German International Residency Programs (ADIR)

    Time: 10 am to 6 pm 

    Venue: ZK/U Zentrum für Kunst und Urbanistik, Berlin

    Language: German 

    Information and registration

  • May 2026

    Thursday

    21 May 2026

    Cultural Diversity in Motion: Preferential Treatment & Mobility

    What obstacles prevent fair mobility between Germany/Europe and the Global South today? Which visa and residency barriers are particularly common in Germany—and what quick solutions could be implemented? What priorities and recommendations for action can be derived for the coming years to implement the UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions?
    The focus of the event will be on the presentation of the German summary of the UNESCO World Report "Re|Shaping Policies for Creativity" (2026) as well as the topics of "preferential treatment" and "international mobility," central objectives of the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions.

     

    Organisers: ITI Germany, IGBK, German Commission for UNESCO

    Time: 5:30 to 7 pm 

    Venue: ITI Deutschland, Mediathek, Berlin and online 

    Language: German & English 

    Information and registration


    Friday

    29 May 2026

    International Artist Meet Up

    A day for artists who have left their countries of origin and are continuing, rebuilding, or developing their artistic practice in Hamburg. A space for exchange, empowerment, knowledge sharing, and new networks.

     

    Organisers: INTRO Hamburg, Interkulturelles Forum & DFDK

    Time: 2 to 6 pm 

    Venue: F-Pavillon Hamburg 

    Language: English 

    Information and registration