💙FOMO Berlin - Design Week Events & Exciting FOMO events 🌟 | 12.05 - 19.05

Hi Berliners! 👋 

Hope you had a chance to recharge over the long weekend after the whirlwind that was OMR. And fingers crossed you called, texted, or even visited your mum yesterday—the sunshine on Sunday couldn’t have been more perfect for it.

Now, just a quick reminder about our upcoming events next week

• Tuesday, May 20 —FOMO Berlin x The Her Klub: BETTER TOGETHER – THE POWER OF Community 🚀

• Tuesday, May 27— FOMO Berlin x Qonto: Let’s Talk Money (for real) 💸 

"We’ve got a little surprise coming your way this Wednesday—keep an eye on your inbox 👀. We’re pretty sure you’re going to love it!"

And as always, we’re open to collaborations and sponsorships, so if you’re interested in supporting or partnering with us, we’d love to chat 📥️ 

📨 Stay subscribed to FOMO247 and keep an eye out for more exciting events and opportunities we’ve got in the works. Trust me—you won’t want to miss what’s coming next!

FOMO Sponsor: Unlock Your Longevity – Win Big with Avea!

🎟 Win a Ticket to the Life Summit 2025, the premier Longevity Event of the year (Worth €500)! Join Avea, Switzerland’s leading brand for scientifically backed longevity supplements, at this year’s Life Summit Conference.

🛍 Your Easy Entry: Sign Up & Win!

Sign up for our newsletter, receive a 15% discount on your next purchase at Avea, and automatically be entered into our exclusive raffle for a free Life Summit ticket!"

Want to be featured in FOMO Berlin? 💰

• FOMO Berlin Sponsoring - Join Qonto, LIQID, Project A, and many more and be the next company to be featured to 9000+ weekly Berlin readers (VC-backed founders, VC, senior operators) - fill out this form.

FOMO Opportunity Spotlight 🔦

• 🚀 Launch Help Wanted: AI-Native Dev/Design Tool - Gen Gilbert (Partner at Angelur Ventures) and team are looking for a marketing execution ace to help launch a wild new AI-native tool for developers and designers. Videos, blogs, demos—you’ll help bring it to the world.

Get under-the-radar opportunities from early-stage companies, co-founders looking for partners, and more, like invitations to off-the-record gatherings. Or looking for a Co-Founder. Sign up or send us an email! 📥️ 

The FOMO Berlin week 💙 (12.05 - 19.05):

FOMO Top Picks of the Week 🔥

These are the events I will probably attend:

• Deep Tech Momentum 2025 🚀 | Tuesday, 8 am: Europe’s top Deep Tech bootcamp is back—think curated matchmaking, reverse pitches, and the DTM100 showcase, all under one roof. If you're building the future in AI, BioTech, or Space, this is your crowd.

• HubSpot for Startups: The Orange Dinner 🥗 | Wednesday, 6 pm: This is an exclusive event bringing together top thought-leaders and a small selection of founders.

• HV Capital Summit 2025 🤝 | Thursday, 2 pm: The HV Capital Summit will take place in Berlin on May 15th, 2025, and you’re invited! As always, spaces are nontransferable and limited, so RSVP as soon as possible to secure your spot

All Day Festivals & Conferences ✨

• May 15 - 16: WISE 2025: Is It Real? 🎧 | 10 am: 100+ speakers, 30+ sessions—AI, quantum beats, and mind-expanding talks take over Berlin’s boldest creative hubs. Come for the insight, stay for the afterparty.

• May 15: KYP FORWARD Event 👨‍💼 | 9:30 am: Join in at Berlin's crown jewel, atop the RBB television center, for an unparalleled rendezvous blending innovation, partnership, and the city's skyline magic

• May 15 - 16: Berlin Design Week 🌀 | 2 pm: Hosted by Berlin Design Week, this afternoon session dives into how branding and innovation are reshaping our world—ideal for creatives ready to challenge the status quo and connect with design-forward minds.

• May 14 - 18: XJAZZ Festival 🎷 | 6:30 pm: The XJAZZ! Festival kicks off with a cool mix of live poetry and jazz at Emmauskirche— smoky verses, bold grooves, and fun activities in Kreuzberg to set the mood right.

Monday 12th

• MLOps Berlin: The Future of AI Agents 💻️ | 5:15 pm: ​Join in at 42 Berlin for a special evening of live demos, deep technical dives, and hands-on discussions on building, scaling, and actually integrating AI agents in production.

Tuesday 13th

• Deep Tech Momentum 2025 🚀 | 8 am: Europe’s top Deep Tech bootcamp is back—think curated matchmaking, reverse pitches, and the DTM100 showcase, all under one roof. If you're building the future in AI, BioTech, or Space, this is your crowd.

• FOUNDERS UNFILTERED ☕ | 9 am: Start your morning with what most founders really need—fresh croissants, strong coffee, and an honest space to talk about the journey. This edition is hosted by Alina Bassi, VC at Ananda and former founder, as well as a special fireside with: Alan Poensgen.

• After Work: A Slow Soirée with Seeking Ro & SUKHA @WLP Berlin 👗 | 6 pm: The WLP store will be open for those curious to “travel” through a collection of artisan-made fashion, interior, and lifestyle pieces from Bogotá to Nairobi, Mumbai to Cape Town.

• Techspace x Avomind People Meetup (Berlin) 👨‍💻 | 6 pm: this time in partnership with Avomind — Techspace is tackling the Retention Paradox and why tough times demand an Engagement Reset. This session is built for CPOs, Heads of People, and People Leaders ready to move from surviving to thriving.

• Atlantic Labs x Kvanted x  NGP Capital: Deep Tech Happy Hour🥂 | 6 pm: Join in for an evening of craft cocktails, canapés and candid conversations as Europe’s deep tech community kicks event off.

Wednesday 14th

• HubSpot for Startups: The Orange Dinner 🥗 | 6 pm: This is an exclusive event bringing together top thought-leaders and a small selection of founders.

• VERSE//PULSE: Where Jazz Gets Lyrical 🎷 | 6:30 pm: The XJAZZ! Festival kicks off with a cool mix of live poetry and jazz at Emmauskirche— smoky verses, bold grooves, and fun activities in Kreuzberg to set the mood right.

• Women of SaaS Berlin – SaaS on AI 🤖 | 7 pm: Whether you’re figuring out how to navigate the AI-driven world or work with AI tools, this is your chance to learn, ask big questions, and connect with other women navigating the same shift.

• Cocktails & Conversation: The New Health Club 👩‍⚕️ | 7 pm: This edition features The New Health Club live podcast, hosted by Anne Philippi, who leads the conversation around psychedelics as a new form of mental health care.

• Ignite #13: Conflicts—Crash, Grow, Repeat 🔥 | 7 pm: With insights from agile transformation expert Tamara Harmsen and strategist-turned-founder Stephanie Kurz, expect interactive moments, wine, and a fresh take on turning tension into transformation.

• A MAZE. / Berlin 2025 🎮 | 8 pm: Four days of experimental games, interactive art, and creative collisions at Silent Green, Panke Culture, and HAU. This international festival is where indie devs, digital artists, and curious minds come to play, connect, and push boundaries.

Thursday 15th

• Berlin Design Week 🇩🇪 | 9 am: The Berlin Design Week celebrates design for what it is: a driving force for solving problems, be they very small or really big.

• Savant Berlin 2025 🚀 | 9 am: With two focused tracks—Marketing as a Growth Catalyst and Transformative eCommerce—this 11th annual edition offers actionable insights, curated networking, and the latest in retail tech.

• HV Capital Summit 2025 🤝 | 2 pm: The HV Capital Summit will take place in Berlin on May 15th, 2025, and you’re invited! As always, spaces are nontransferable and limited, so RSVP as soon as possible to secure your spot.

• BERLIN DESIGN Connect 🇩🇪 | 5 pm: Join 300+ fellow designers, creators, and thinkers for a multi-disciplinary and holistic evening. What awaits you — Inspiring Talks & Panels, Interactive Workshops, Community Space and Interdisciplinary Networking.

• CUPRA × DJ Mag: Backstage Talk & Connect 🎧🚗 | 5 pm: Join DJ Mag and CUPRA for an exclusive evening of music, innovation, and networking in Berlin—engaging discussions, connect with industry professionals, and experience the intersection of automotive design and electronic music culture.

• Motion Lab x 12MIN.ME x Urban Impact | SUSTAIN #17 🌱 | 7:12 pm: This special edition brings together pioneers from across the sustainability ecosystem to share insights, spark collaboration, and accelerate change for Berlin’s future.

• BlueLobster Art Gallery Night powered by Sony Music 🎨 | 10:30 pm: A late-night mix of art and music at Studio 1111, bringing together creative minds in a cozy space. Think cool visuals, good sounds, and great people all around.

FOMO Upcoming Top Events & Opportunities 🚨

• 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.

• GERMAN STARTUP AWARDS 2025 🏆️ | May 22: The German Startup Awards is celebrating the success stories of the German startup scene. Tickets include access to the awards ceremony, including a three-course dinner and the after-show party. The dress code for the event is black tie.

• FOMO Berlin x Qonto: Let’s Talk about Money 💸: May 27: Join us for an evening that brings freelancers and business owners together—Germans and internationals alike—to talk openly about money, share real stories, and learn from each other.

Friday 16th

• The Lovers & Leaders—Berlin Breathwork Days 2025 🌬️ | 8:30 am: Four days of deep breaths, real talk, and body-mind resets with breathwork pros, scientists, and curious souls at spots like Eden Studios. Whether you're into inner shifts or just need a break from the buzz—slow down to level up.

• Finance Executive Summit 💰️ | 9 am: This exclusive gathering is designed for finance leaders across the DACH region, focusing on authentic peer-to-peer exchange, real-world transformation stories, and actionable insights.

• The Berlin Format: Day 2 – Designing Futures in Real Time 🌀 | 2 pm: Hosted by Berlin Design Week, this afternoon session dives into how branding and innovation are reshaping our world—ideal for creatives ready to challenge the status quo and connect with design-forward minds.

• Berlin Chili Fest: Spring Event 👨‍🍳 | 6 pm: Join us for a weekend dedicated to chili and craft beer! Sample some of the best new hot sauces from across Europe (and beyond), enjoy delicious food with vegan and vegetarian options, and experience craft beer and cocktails in great company.

• Traumtanz Berlin Vol. 2 🎶 | 9 pm: Traumtanz is back. Expect a carefully curated musical journey focused on groovy and melodic house that’ll keep you dancing till the morning. We’re giving away 5 guestlist spots.

Saturday 17th

• IamExpat Fair Berlin 🤑 | 10 am: Across 30 different workshops, industry insiders will share their knowledge of how things work in Germany to help you to get the most out of your expat experience.

• JOHNDEVOUZ PARTY BRUNCH #1 🥖 | 11 am: The Johndevouz family will be bringing together their most beautiful and successful friends for day drinking at the Gendarmenmarkt. Register on the website. VIP code: SuperVIP25.

• Lili X Grace: Pilates & YAP ✨🥐 | 12 pm: Join in for a beautiful mid-morning Pilates session in the cosy - filled with movement, connection, and nourishing brunch bites.

• Vitamin Well Women’s Run Berlin: 40 Years of Power in Motion 💪 | 1:30 pm: Choose your pace—5K, 10K, walk, or run—and help raise funds for women battling cancer, all set to the rhythm of drums, cheers, and community spirit.

• Eigen + ART Lab: Artist Talk and Presentation 🧑‍🎨 | 5 pm: You're invited to the artist talk and presentation by Marius Glauer.

• Vollkommen - Rooftop Edition @ Atelier Rooftop 🌅 | 7 pm: Get ready for dancing under the open sky, watching the sunset over Berlin, and connecting with beautiful souls who share our passion for high-quality music and meaningful experiences.

Sunday 18th

• International Museum Day 2025 🖼️ | 8 am: The International Council of Museums (ICOM) calls for this annual day of action, which this year is held under the theme "The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities".

• SINGA’s Belonging Builders Lab 💻 | 2 pm: In this Belonging Builders Lab Event, you’ll collaborate with newcomers, local residents, civil-society actors, and facilitators of inclusive spaces to co-create ideas.

• Lime x Matchasome: Spring Pop-up 🍹| 4 pm: Hyam studios Berlin is launching the summer with a spring pop-up, featuring a live set by Salimata Lucie, ice-cold drinks and exclusive giveaways.

• Neulich Biergarten Grand Reopening 🍻 | 5 pm: Celebrate the return of Berlin’s beloved beer and culture garden at Tempelhof with three days of live music, street food, workshops, and open-air vibes. From jazzy jams to fire shows and surfskate meetups, it’s the perfect kickoff to summer in the city.

Monday 19th

• HTGF Family Day 2025 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 | 9 am: This is where entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators come together to help shape the future - two days of meaningful connections, knowledge exchange, and business opportunities.

• greenCHEM Connect 🧪 | 4 pm: Connect with other students who want to transform chemistry into green chemistry! In the structured networking part with drinks & snacks, you can get to know your fellow students in related fields of study and the other Berlin universities.

Upload your event and reach 9000+ weekly Berlin readers. Or just connect your event with our Lu.ma - Fomo Berlin Calendar. 

FOMO Sponsor: Unlock your Longevity - Win Big with Avea!

What did you FOMO at our latest FOMO Berlin Events 📸

FOMO Carve Out 🧠

• Open Source Nanny, Childcare Demystified: Supporting parents through specific shared experiences 🧒 

• Newsletter that we like: 20 Percent Berlin

• MITTWOCH: 14. Mai Am Mittwoch testen neun Berliner Bürgerämter einen Aktionstag ohne Terminvergabe. Wer in Berlin gemeldet ist, kann an diesem Tag im Bürgeramt des eigenen Wohnbezirks Pass- und Ausweisangelegenheiten erledigen – ganz ohne Termin. 📍nur im eigenen Bezirk, nicht in Reinickendorf, Lichtenberg und Pankow

Upcoming Referral Reward 🎁

Access our FOMO Berlin exclusive Event List with over 50+ events and be the first to grab your spot before they fill up.

Do you have any suggestions, questions, or criticisms? Just answer this email.

Don't FOMO 😬 We are back next week. Want to get access to exclusive guestlist spots or free tickets worth 1000 EUR and plan your week in advance? Join FOMO Insider 💙

Cephas & the FOMO team 💙

Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn. More content & event updates will be shared here.