Together with numerous Berlin-based associations and dedicated individuals, the Humboldt Forum invites you to celebrate the beginning of spring – with international artists and cultural traditions. At a time when many families are separated or living in uncertainty, coming together creates space for solidarity. Visitors can look forward to a programme of talks, music, dance, workshops, market stalls and culinary specialities.

The Nouruz Festival – also known as Newroz, or Nauroz – has marked the beginning of spring for over 3,000 years. It is celebrated at the spring equinox on 20 or 21 March. The name means “New Day” and symbolizes renewal, the awakening of nature, and the return of light.

Around 300 million people worldwide celebrate Nowruz along the Silk Road, including in Iran, Afghanistan, Kurdish regions, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and parts of the Balkans and the Caucasus. The festival represents the unity of cultures and has been part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage since 2009. In 2010, the United Nations declared March 21st as International Nowruz Day.

At the Humboldt Forum – especially in the Museum of Asian Art and the Ethnological Museum – cultural traditions, festivals, and everyday practices from many world regions are presented. These include countries and cultural areas where Nouruz is deeply rooted, such as Iran, Afghanistan, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. In doing so, the Forum provides a vibrant setting to experience the diversity and significance of this traditional New Year and spring festival.

Foyer, Ground Floor, Hall 2, Hall 1, Ground Floor

Program: https://www.humboldtforum.org/en/programm/termin/celebration/nouruz-newroz-nauroz-158348/

Short before, I will communicate to which part I will join!