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Grünwaschen Shop 

Isn’t Christmas all about caring? This holiday, expand your care for the loved ones and celebrate being compassionate towards the planet, too. Grünwaschen, a concept store just opened at Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße will be your great destination for eco-conscious Christmas gifts. Embracing a stance against the widespread practice of greenwashing in fashion nowadays, this dynamic space presents fully sustainable pieces by up-and-coming designers both in and out of Berlin. Fair prices for fair pieces are ready to welcome you at Grünwaschen. 

NYE Run 

Whether it is 2025, 2026, or even 2050, running clubs will never be out for a real Berliner. SSC Berlin conceptualizes this phenomenon of creating joyful moments intertwined with sports through organizing a New Year’s Eve Run on December 31st. The run will take around 10 kilometers around Teufelsberg, and bring you the perfectly energetic perspective to say goodbye to 2025.

Staatsballett Berlin | Minus 16 

On December 16 and 26, Staatsballet Berlin invites you to an experience that is built on the essence of movement and formation. Minus 16, Ohad Naharin’s famous ballet, meets choreographer Sharon Eyal’s SAABA and electronic music as an additional layer to the scene. Creating mysterious yet expressive moments, the piece discovers the themes of emotional openness through the Gaga method and focuses on our connection to the material world.

KLINGELING - Vegetarian Saga VIII 

This Christmas, MaHalla Berlin connects two of our most beloved experiences: Taking place between 10th and 13th December, for four exact nights, KLINGELING - Vegetarian Saga VIII will celebrate the intersection of contemporary art and haute cuisine. Led by Michelin-starred Chef Stephan Hentschel, this six-course dinner paired with wine and non-alcoholic beverages will host various performances, installations, and surely, moments full of elegance. Until we thought it couldn’t get any better, knowing that it will be a fully vegetarian dining experience arises, and makes KLINGELING a must-to-attend.

Lutter & Wegner 

At WeihnachtsZauber Gendarmenmarkt, Lutter & Wegner creates an unforgettable Christmas experience: A 3-step gastronomy tour that connects fine dining and traditional German recipes. Beginning with a champagne and delicatessen session, serving various types of oysters and caviars to get you ready for the upcoming plates, the tour is followed by a traditional food stop at the rustic Weihnachtshütte with roasted ducks, sausages, and Viennese desserts. Then comes the grand finale of the tour, followed by a short walk from the Christmas Market to the Lutter & Wegner building at Charlottenstraße 56. Paired with carefully selected champagne and wine species, the fine dining experience promises one a deliciously unforgettable Christmas dinner this year. 

Stainless Studios Side Table 

Functional, minimalist, and aesthetically pleasing: Stainless Studios Berlin’s Kollwitz 01 side table is an excellent purchase for this Christmas. Holding the power to transform any space it enters through the perfectly imagined industrial form and its sleek attitude, especially for those who plan on spending their holiday by reading and drinking on their cozy couch, Kollwitz 01 emerges as the ideal companion.

AMALUMA Petal Bag Midi 

If getting flowers isn’t enough for you this Christmas, then maybe you should get a bag full of petals. Berlin-based AMALUMA Studio’s upcycled Petal Bag is here to help. Channeling the festive spirit of Christmas by its floral source of inspiration, this eco-conscious gift idea provides the wearer with a pure statement piece that is suitable for use in both daily and special occasions. 

eFoil Courses with EFOILUTION 

Gift yourself an authentic experience this Christmas and discover EFOILUTION Berlin’s eFoiling courses. Regardless of how wavy the waters or windy the air are, eFoils provide you with an immersive surfing experience. Fly over water on either Lake Mueggelsee or Lake Wannsee and enjoy Berlin from its best side… The water. Don’t forget to bring one of your loved ones with you, since for December, EFOILUTION offers highly special deals for duos.

A Techno Ballet Odyssey

Ballet and techno together? It’s Berlin, so it’s normal. As a mirror of the city’s fusion identity between the electronic music scene and fine arts, Berlin Ballet Company’s A Techno Ballet Odyssey brings a DJ set, ballet performance, and a club night together at this 360-degree experience. Claiming to recontextualize ballet, from 11 to the 13th of December, A Techno Ballet Odyssey is ready to become a very energetic memory from Christmas 2025 for you. 

Golden Gods Gala by Imperia Club 

December highlights the new edition of the extravagant and luxurious parties of Imperia Exclusive: Have a look at the Golden Gods Gala. On December 19th, dress up as a shining Roman god or goddess, and dive deep into the world of Imperia with mesmerizing performances, two floors of music, and three floors of joy. The Columbist is the official media partner of this unforgettable night – do not forget to use the code “thecolumbist” on your ticket purchases for a discount, right before shining golden in this majestic party.

TEDx Berlin | Future of Tech Education

It is always a great idea to spend the holidays by learning, thinking, and discussing more. TEDx Berlin’s upcoming edition, Future of Tech Education, will take place at EDGE East Side Tower on 16th of December and will explore several themes born of technology, from AI and ethics to gender equity in coding. Get your tickets for the event, and get ready for stimulating speeches, hands-on workshops, and exclusive networking. 

Maker’s Mark Bourbon

A warming glass of bourbon on a cold Christmas evening? This might be the most comprehensive definition of coziness. Thankfully, Maker’s Mark Bourbon is here to make it happen. Full-bodied flavor of oak and brulee sugar will take you on a journey of taste, accompanied by the notes of dried fruit. Buy it, gift it, enjoy it, celebrate with it. However you prefer, it is fine, once you have Maker’s Mark Bourbon on the side.

FOREST Winterlights at DARK MATTER 

Excellently combining the winter spirit with contemporary light art, FOREST Winterlights at DARK MATTER is an ultimate destination to visit during Christmas in Berlin. Consisting of more than 250,000 lights, the venue is also home to an ice rink where the ice skating experience is elevated by the monumental dance of the colors. The question is, could anything be more representative of this festive season? 

Tiny Houses of Auszeit Tollensesee 

Right before the new year arrives, connecting with nature and clearing your mind from stress could be a great decision. Take a short break from city life to maximize the joy of the holiday, and book yourself a tiny house from Auszeit Tollensesee. These beautiful cabins will provide you with the silence for listening to your inner self, and saunas to treat your body well.

Evo Kerzen Lava Lamp by Mathmos

Coming in a recycled box packaging, Evo Kerzen Lava Lamp by Mathmos is a magnificent gift idea for appreciating people who enlighten your life story. The lamp’s highly functional and visually appealing design allows you to create a beautiful ambiance through the light coming from candles, and beyond being a regular lamp, it appears as a key decorative object in spaces through its elegance. 

Lil Elle Play Sofa by Baby Elegance 

What if we told you that your present can be a castle, a rocket ship, and a reading nook at the same time for your children? Meet Lil Elle Play Sofa by Baby Elegance. This modular four-piece play sofa is easy to configure, hence providing children with the flexibility of imagination while playing. Crafted from premium high-density foam and wrapped in soft corduroy, Lil Elle Play Sofa is cozy, adventurous, and doubtlessly empowering for children to develop their sense of creativity, elevating their experience of a playground.

Feathers Blazers by Couple Dansant 

Still no idea what to wear for your special Christmas occasion? The East-London inspired Couple Dansant got you covered, so need to worry about it. Transforming vintage garments into brand-new fashionable pieces to love for a life, Feathers Blazers of this Polish brand offer a perfect harmony of the serious attitude of blazers and the statement-making nature of the feather details on the collar. Sustainable, sexy, stimulating – get your piece to shine your way out this Christmas. 

Perfumes by Moth and Rabbit 

Scents operate as home to memories, and that makes a good perfume always the best gift to give and receive from loved ones. Moth and Rabbit, a niche luxury parfumerie born in the heart of Berlin, presents an extensive catalogue of scents that will accompany your new memories with a fascinating touch on your skin and your sense of smell. Our favorites? I Am Love for those who celebrate the arrival of love like a storm through sweet orange and Turkish rose notes, Challengers for those who want to be surrounded by citrusy magic. Feeling confident and romantic simultaneously? Dolls, embodying the poetic spirit of cherry blossoms can be for you. And for those who seek to start it all over in the new year, Le Haine with metallic bloody notes will be a scent of a manifesto: How you fall doesn’t matter, it’s how you land! 

May our recommendations of curated experiences, objects, and pieces transform your Christmas 2025 into a milestone before stepping into the new year. Whether you go for a lovely gift to your children, a scent adorned by confidence, or a trip away to reconnect with yourself, it is better to remember that this whole season is about embracing and celebrating love. Wishing you a perfect festive season, and let’s meet again on new heights of gastronomy, style, and lifestyle in the upcoming year – with love, Team The Columbist.