Kraftwerk Berlin is a monumental nightclub and cultural venue located in the heart of Berlin, Germany. Housed in a massive decommissioned power plant built in the 1960s in East Berlin, the structure originally served as a combined heat and power plant generating energy for the city’s industrial sector. After lying dormant following Germany’s reunification, the imposing concrete edifice found new life in the early 21st century when it was converted into a space for artistic and musical events.

The transformation respected much of the venue's brutalist architecture, leaving exposed machinery, soaring ceilings, and industrial relics that give Kraftwerk its distinctive, raw ambiance. Over time, Kraftwerk has become an internationally renowned center for experimental culture, electronic music, and immersive sound art. It is perhaps best known as the home of the Atonal Festival, a pioneering event for avant-garde electronic and techno music, which was revived in the venue in 2013 after a hiatus of over two decades.

The venue has also hosted large-scale contemporary art exhibitions, performances, and multi-disciplinary events, leveraging its unique architecture to provide experiences unlike anywhere else. Unlike many Berlin nightclubs, Kraftwerk’s function is not strictly limited to nightlife; it serves as a platform at the intersection of music, art, and technology, reinforcing Berlin’s reputation as one of the global capitals for creative innovation. The building's size, aesthetic, and modular nature have allowed it to adapt over time for various uses and audiences, but its commitment to the cutting edge of culture and sound has remained constant.

Kraftwerk Berlin continues to draw both international and local crowds, who come for its legendary acoustics, immersive environments, and the sense of awe inspired by its industrial grandeur. The venue’s ongoing collaborations with artists, festivals, and creative collectives keep it at the forefront of the city’s cultural landscape. Notable artists who have performed at Kraftwerk Berlin include Thom Yorke, Rødhåd, Ben Frost, Lustmord, Vril, Nina Kraviz, Jon Hopkins, Paula Temple, Alessandro Cortini, Phase Fatale, Roly Porter, Function, Monolake, Actress, Demdike Stare, Dasha Rush, Emptyset, Regis, Helena Hauff, The Bug, and Robert Henke.

Additionally, the venue regularly features innovative performances from Berlin’s rich local scenes, such as acts affiliated with Berlin Atonal, Tresor, and Leisure System, while also inviting performances from orchestras and genre-blending experimental artists from across the world.