1. MaerzMusik

The Buzz -- Contemporary music takes center stage at this festival, which hosts a broad spectrum of performers from around the world. Indeed, if you fancy yourself a music-lover, then MaerzMusik was put together with you in mind: in addition to chamber and orchestral productions, the event delves into music's more experimental landscapes, thanks to concerts that incorporate both digital music and video art. Though Haus der Berliner Festspiele is the event's primary venue, several smaller, more intimate spots in and around the city also get into the act.