In 2027, we will celebrate the birthday of the famous poet and playwright Heinrich von Kleist. Experience 250 years of literary brilliance in Frankfurt (Oder), Brandenburg, Berlin, and throughout Germany.

Events 2026/2027

We. 17:00 Celebration to mark the Kleist anniversary

Town Hall, Frankfurt (Oder)

The city of Frankfurt (Oder) is celebrating its most famous son: to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of the poet and playwright Heinrich von Kleist, institutions from culture, society, academia, the media, tourism and politics are organising a year of celebrations featuring a special programme of events in Brandenburg, Berlin and beyond.