Literature & Readings
23 Events in Literature & Readings in Potsdam - Inspiring Literature & Readings
Dive into inspiring literature and engaging readings in Potsdam.

Introduction Workshop: Cricut Explore 3
Learn the basics of the Cricut Explore 3 at this free workshop in the Potsdam City and State Library.

Eric Wrede reads and speaks for World Hospice Day in Potsdam
A special literary evening in Potsdam: Eric Wrede reads and speaks for World Hospice Day about dying, grief, and attitude. 08.10.2026, free of charge. #Potsdam #Reading #Literature

Musical Children's Reading "On the Way in Beelitz-Heilstätten" with Cindy Wiegel
A loving story afternoon for families in Potsdam: Cindy Wiegel takes children aged 4 and up on a musical journey through Beelitz-Heilstätten. Free of charge, no registration required. #FamilyTime

Silver Salon: 200 Years of Alexandrowka
Tangible history at the Potsdam Museum: Silver Salon celebrates 200 Years of Alexandrowka with a lecture and discussion. 14.10.2026 in Potsdam. #Potsdam #Alexandrowka

Children's and Young Adult Book Exhibition: Death, Grief, and Comforting
A quiet, powerful literary weekend in Potsdam: books, readings, and counseling around death, grief, and comfort. Free on October 17-18, 2026. #Potsdam #Children'sBook #Literature

Wolfgang Kaleck: The Strength of Law vs. The Law of the Stronger
An evening for bright minds: Wolfgang Kaleck reads in Potsdam about international law and human rights. Free of charge, concise, highly relevant. #Potsdam #Literature

Jan Off - Reading in Potsdam
Punk, wit, and literature with attitude: Jan Off reads in Potsdam at Theaterschiff. October 23, 2026, from €22. An evening for language fans. #Literature

Stanisław Lem reads - Solaris Potsdam 2026
Stanisław Lem's »Solaris« becomes an intense listening experience in Potsdam between literature and electronics. 06.11.2026, 8 PM, 25 €. #Solaris #Potsdam

Comic Reading and Conversation with Melanie Garanin 'My Friend Rilke'
Rilke as a comic, conversation, and literary encounter in Potsdam: Melanie Garanin invites you to a special evening in the Education Forum. #Literature

Reading „Everyday in Paradise“ with Wolf Beyer in Potsdam
An evening full of wit and food for thought in Potsdam-Bornim: Wolf Beyer reads from Everyday in Paradise. 13.11.2026, 19:00, barrier-free. #Literature

Eva Menasse reads in Potsdam: Alone Quiet Location
An evening for literature lovers in Potsdam: Eva Menasse reads from Alone Quiet Location and talks about departure, memory, and new beginnings. 17.11.2026, at the Education Forum. #Literature

Heart Time: The Correspondence between Ingeborg Bachmann and Paul Celan
An intense literary evening in Potsdam: Bachmann and Celan in the star space of the URANIA Planetarium. Letters, poems, music, and great emotions. #Literature

Cheese in Space - A Space Adventure for Kids
An imaginative family adventure at Urania Planetarium Potsdam: Cheese in Space delights children from 6 years with reading, stars, and fun. November 21, 2026, at 11 AM, 8 Euros. #FamilyTime #Potsdam

Lena Gorelik: Reading and Discussion on All My Mothers in Potsdam
An evening full of linguistic power and memory in Potsdam: Lena Gorelik reads from All My Mothers and speaks about family, identity, and the present. 25.11.2026, 6 PM. #Literature

Lecture: Robert Leichsenring „Potsdam from Half Height“
An evening for Potsdam fans: Robert Leichsenring shows the city from a surprising perspective. 25.11.2026, 7 PM, free entry. #Potsdam #Reading

Reading and Conversation with Ingo Schulze “The Water in August”
An evening for literature fans in Potsdam: Ingo Schulze reads and speaks about The Water in August. On 27.11.2026 at the Educational Forum. #Literature

Iran Hitchhiking
An evening full of wanderlust in Potsdam: Simon Müller talks about Iran Hitchhiking, almost 20,000 kilometers, and moving encounters. 1.12.2026, 6 PM, 14 Euro. #Potsdam #TravelLecture

Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF presents: Scenic Reading
An evening between language, play, and suspense: Scenic Reading at T-Werk Potsdam brings screenwriting to life. 03.12.2026, 9 euros. #Potsdam #Literature

Slide Lecture Antarctica: The Annual Awakening of the Frozen Continent
An evening full of ice, research, and wonder at URANIA Planetarium Potsdam: The slide lecture Antarctica shows the continent of extremes. 08.12.2026, from 9 euros. #Potsdam #Antarctica

Dana von Suffrin reads from Toxibaby in Potsdam
Literary evening with wit and weight in Potsdam: Dana von Suffrin reads from Toxibaby and discusses love, dependency, and the present. 8.12.2026, 10 Euro. #Reading

Solitary World Journey - Alma Karlin
An evening full of departure, literature, and sound awaits you at the Nikolaisaal Potsdam. Sophie Rois reads Alma Karlin, complemented by strong drumming music. #Potsdam #Culture

Elke Heidenreich: My Schubert
An evening for language lovers and music fans: Elke Heidenreich meets Schubert, orchestral sound, and fine reading art in Potsdam. 16.04.2027, from 24 €. #Literature

On the Way with Schubert by Water
Experience Schubert on the Havel: Reading, live music, and boating make this Potsdam spring day special. 17.04.2027, Tickets 120 €. #Potsdam
