💙 FOMO Berlin: Join us for our big Soirée – Pre-Gallery Weekend / Dance into May Edition! 💃 | 28.04 - 5.05

Hey Berliners! 👋

What a month it’s been—April’s been buzzing with energy as we’ve been running full throttle with our dinner series. 🥙 

From the Community Builders Dinner with OPN.ART to the Marketing Leaders Dinner with magier – two nights of great conversations, new connections, and unforgettable moments. Thanks to everyone who joined! 🍽️✨ Check out the pictures below for some FOMO 😎👇

Meanwhile, we’re not slowing down just yet. We’ve got two more events to close out the month: FOMO Berlin x In Progress🦸 on April 29—a dinner for founders-in-the-making to connect and chat all things startup, FOMO Berlin x OPN.Art: Soireé 🖼 on April 30—we’re blending art, business, and tech in a night that’s going to be a blast! Don’t miss it.

Coming up next month is:

• May 20: FOMO Berlin x HER Klub: BETTER TOGETHER – THE POWER OF Community 🚀 —We're inviting you to an evening where we'll show why community building is one of the most important success factors for personal brands, startups, and businesses today—and how you can leverage and monetize the potential of your community.

Huge thanks to our sponsors for last week’s events—you all helped make these nights epic. And if you’re thinking about getting involved with one of our upcoming events (whether it’s for food, drinks, or just to show some support)—hit us up! We’d love to work with you. 📩

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• You’re warmly invited to stop by our current home: OPN.ART – a temporary artspace curated by Rian Heller, located at Alte Schönhauser 5. We'd love to see you there!

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The FOMO Berlin week 💙 (28.04 - 5.05):

FOMO Top Picks of the Week 🔥

These are the events I will probably attend:

• FOMO Berlin x In Progress: A Dinner for Anyone in the Process of Founding🦸 🍽 | Tuesday, 6:30 pm: A curated dinner for 30 soon-to-be founders navigating the thrilling (and sometimes chaotic) start of their journey. ​Need product feedback? A warm intro? Bring it. This is your chance to tap into the power of the room.

• FOMO Berlin x OPN.Art: Soireé - Pre Gallery Wknd / Dance in the May Edition 🖼👯‍♀️ | Wednesday, 5 pm: Join us as we blend business, tech, and art in a night where emerging talent shines, like Ballet Sur_Real, & Max And Mellow (Afterglow Crew). Discover new artwork, connect with creatives, enjoy drinks powered by Acqua Reaper and all dea, and get a head start on May Day celebrations.

• Afterglow Brunch + Boogie at KINK Berlin 🌞 | 11 am: Brunch kicked off with shakshouka, oysters, and first mimosas on the house, before the courtyard turned into an all-day dancefloor with DJs, sunshine, and endless good vibes.

All Day Festivals & Conferences ✨

• May 2 - May 4: Gallery Weekend Berlin 2025 🎨 | 9 am: Get ready for a weekend packed with incredible exhibitions as 52 galleries bring together 80+ artists from over 20 countries. Whether you're an art lover or just looking for inspiration, this is the place to be!

Tuesday 29th

• French Tech Community Breakfast with IRIS VC 🇫🇷 | 9 am: FRENCH TECH BERLIN organises monthly networking breakfasts to bring together the French-German tech ecosystems. ​​​If you are a French, Francophone, or Francophile in the tech industry, join us for an early piece of networking!

• International Cannabis Business Conference 💼 | 9 am: This fair aims to lay the foundations for a responsible relationship between the industry, politicians, and consumers. 5000 participants from more than 80 countries are expected.

• iF Design Trend Conference 2025 🎨 | 10 am: Calling all creatives and design lovers—let’s talk trends, innovation, and what’s next in design. Expect fresh insights from industry pros and inspiring talks.

• THE KILLER – Valérie Favre at SLEEK Art Space 🎨 | 6 pm: Come check out Valérie Favre's latest exhibition, The Killer, where she dives into themes of death, life, and everything in between. Join in for the opening night and experience her thought-provoking art in a relaxed setting!

• FOMO Berlin x In Progress: A Dinner for Anyone in the Process of Founding 🍽 | 6:30 pm: A curated dinner for 30 soon-to-be founders navigating the thrilling (and sometimes chaotic) start of their journey.

• LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE Power Point Dating by Rausgegangen 💖 | 7:30 pm: Tired of dating apps? Then come to LOVE AT FIRST SLIDE and experience dating in the funniest and most charming way in the world.

Wednesday 30th

• Scale up Academy Launch 🚀 | 2 pm: This event is designed to support high-growth fintech companies and foster dialogue between policymakers, regulatory authorities, and the startup ecosystem, focusing primarily on the founders of participating fintech companies.

• FOMO Berlin x OPN.Art: Soireé - Pre Gallery Wknd / Dance in the May Edition 🖼👯‍♀️ | Wednesday, 5 pm: Join us as we blend business, tech, and art in a night where emerging talent shines, like Ballet Sur_Real, & Max And Mellow (Afterglow Crew). Discover new artwork, connect with creatives, enjoy drinks powered by Acqua Reaper and all dea, and get a head start on May Day celebrations.

• Blumcannabis S3X1 x BLUM x Revier Südost 🎸 | 5 pm: Tanz in den Mai Special is inviting you to a very special night at the Baergarten of Revier Südost with open-air vibes, an indoor floor, a curated music program, and a one-of-a-kind community energy.

• Unicorns in Tech Get-Together: Devs Edition @DKB Code Factory ⚡| 6 pm: Meet the Code Factory crew, learn about their tech stack, values, and see if your next chapter starts here. Expect panel talks, a chance to talk to the team.

• Founders & Friends Berlin Meetup 💼 | 6:30 pm: Growth is great—but scaling the right way is what truly sets successful businesses apart. In this session, there will be discussions on the strategies, challenges, and best practices of scaling products and services efficiently.

Thursday 1st

• Afterglow Brunch + Boogie at KINK Berlin 🌞 | 11 am: Brunch kicked off with shakshouka, oysters, and first mimosas on the house, before the courtyard turned into an all-day dancefloor with DJs, sunshine, and endless good vibes.

• PINCI PARTY at Paul-Lincke-Ufer 42 🎉 | 11 am: Celebrate May Day with a vibrant mix of music, dancing, and community vibes. Expect DJs spinning tunes, delicious street food, and a lively crowd soaking up the spring sunshine.

• ​SOUND METAPHORS ♡ FREE PARTY ♡ OPEN AIR + INDOOR​ 🎶 | 12 pm: Celebrate May Day at Club Ost in Berlin with Sound Metaphors' annual free party, starting outdoors at noon and continuing inside until late.

• ​Else May Day ft Jennifer Cardini x Axel Boman x Angel D'lite 🌞 | 2 pm: Celebrate May 1st at Else with a stellar lineup featuring Jennifer Cardini, Axel Boman, Angel D'lite, and more.

• SESH May Day Open Air + Indoor 🎷 | 2 pm: Celebrate International Workers' Day at Berlin's Napoleon Complex with. The evening kicks off with a free open-air session featuring an eclectic lineup of DJs, followed by an indoor party that continues into the early hours.

• The Ürban Art by Mercedes-Benz & ÜBER FRESH 🎨 | 5 pm: Haus der Visionäre is featuring 25 international artists blending contemporary art with automotive design. Explore immersive installations, the Mercedes-Benz x Moncler capsule collection, and the new CLA—all with free entry.

FOMO Upcoming Top Events & Opportunities 🚨

• WISE 🎤 | May 15 & 16: For the fourth time, WISE invites visionaries, pioneers, artists, and industry leaders to join the WISE Conference in Berlin. This year WISE is taking it further is asking: IS IT REAL? Get 20% with WISExFOMO20 

• FOMO Berlin x HER Klub: BETTER TOGETHER – THE POWER OF Community 🚀 | May 20: We're inviting you to an evening where we'll show why community building is one of the most important success factors for personal brands, startups, and businesses today—and how you can leverage and monetize the potential of your community.

Friday 2nd

• Gallery Weekend Berlin 2025 🎨 | 9 am: Get ready for a weekend packed with incredible exhibitions as 52 galleries bring together 80+ artists from over 20 countries. Whether you're an art lover or just looking for inspiration, this is the place to be!

• AI Salon: Personal Impact + Career Evolution [Berlin] 🚀 | 7 pm: This event will feature an intimate discussion on how AI is changing careers and knowledge work. Experts will explore turning AI into a helpful tool and discuss new types of jobs that blend human creativity with technology.

• Open Air Frühjahrskino at Kranzler Eck Berlin 🎬 | 7 pm: Don’t miss the closing night of the Open Air Frühjahrskino, featuring a free outdoor screening of Ein Fest fürs Leben at Kranzler Eck in the heart of Berlin.

Saturday 3rd

• AI Strategy, Business Transformation & Creative Intelligence 🤖 | 9 am: Europe’s leading AI conference is here! Get answers to your burning questions from 45+ headline speakers, personalized agenda suggestions, and instant session details—all in one place.

• Berlin Event Passenger x Know New Friends: Sunset Social ✨ | 3 pm: Elevate your summer vibes and connect with inspiring people—with breathtaking views, fashion, lifestyle activations, free drinks, and live DJ sets, this event will take Berlin's social scene to the next level.

• Taco Night at Torstraße 116 🌮 | 5 pm –10 pm: Berlin’s taco scene gets a spicy upgrade this Friday with beef & vegan tacos, natural wine, and proper cocktails—cash only, plenty of indoor/outdoor seating, and a giveaway for two if you tag your taco partner. Come for the tacos, stay for the vibes.

• Superteam Germany - Breakout Hackathon Mixer 🧑‍💻 | 7 pm: You’ll connect with fellow participants and the Superteam Germany crew in a relaxed setting — a nice gathering before we dive into intense building, co-working, and mentoring.

Sunday 4th

• ARCHIVE CLOTHING MARKT #2 🧥 | 12 pm: Dive into Berlin’s freshest vintage and streetwear finds this Sunday at ARCHIVE CLOTHING MARKT VOL2. Expect curated racks, local labels, and a laid-back energy that’s perfect for digging up your next favorite piece.

• ​Gather Berlin—Casho by Halimo Hussain 🍽️ | 3 pm: British-Somali cook Halimo brings her communal dining experience to Ringbar Berlin, serving up a late lunch of generous Somali dishes that celebrate care through food. ​

• A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM 🎻 | 6 pm: This concert is a sonic wonderland created by two Berlin musicians: Alexey Kochetkov (aka 5 String Theory), and Andrey Bundin. Inspired by Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece.

Monday 5th

• SX Tech Conference Startup Opportunity 💻 | 10 am: The Sx Tech Conference Startup Pitch Hour is your chance to present your ideas to an audience of industry leaders, investors, and potential collaborators.

• 42 Berlin - MAY IS FOR AI: Opening of the GenAI vs Human Artists Exhibition 🖼️ | 6 pm: During the opening, all artworks—both human-made and AI-generated—will be displayed side by side, their origins hidden. This is more than an exhibition—it’s a conversation.

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