Programme

Pop-Kultur Nachwuchs is back – and in 2026, it’s more connected, hands-on, and future-focused than ever.

On 24 and 25 August 2026, we’re turning silent green in Berlin-Wedding into a vibrant Pop-Kultur Campus. There, 150 emerging talents from around the world will meet artists from the Pop-Kultur festival line-up, as well as experts from the music industry, politics, and the creative economy.

In over 40 workshops, lectures, and networking sessions, international professionals will share personal insights into their work and offer valuable know-how on building a career in pop music. But it’s not just about panels – it’s about real conversations, meaningful exchanges, and yes, trading numbers too.

Key themes in 2026:

Music Business – funding, management, release strategies, branding
Practical Skills – production, songwriting, performance, video making
Music & Future – AI, tools, platform strategies, sustainability
Self-Organisation & Balance – mental health, prevention, body work, self management