Legal is a renowned nightclub located in Berlin, Germany, that has quickly carved out a significant place in the city’s vibrant nightlife scene since its opening in 2022. Housed in a former courthouse building in the heart of Berlin-Lichtenberg, Legal juxtaposes institutional architecture with cutting-edge club culture. The venue was born from the vision of a group of local DJs, artists, and nightlife veterans who sought to create a space that champions inclusivity, artistic freedom, and underground music.

Legal’s reputation is rooted in its commitment to diversity, both in terms of the artists it books and the crowd it attracts. It is recognized for its strict no-photo policy, a practice common among leading Berlin clubs, which allows guests to lose themselves in the music without the distractions of social media or photography. Over its relatively short history, Legal has drawn praise not only for its forward-thinking bookings in techno, house, and experimental electronic music, but also for hosting art installations, pop-up exhibitions, and community gatherings.

Although Legal has remained in its original location since it opened, there have been substantial renovations to adapt the old courthouse into an acoustically optimized and visually compelling club environment, particularly the conversion of courtrooms into dance floors and the addition of a sprawling outdoor area that hosts daytime events in the summer. The club’s blend of heritage architecture and contemporary music culture has earned it a fast-growing reputation as a place where Berlin’s tradition of subculture reinvention is alive and well. Notable artists who have performed at Legal include international stars such as DVS1, Ben Klock, DJ Stingray 313, and Paula Temple, as well as influential local residents and rising Berlin talent like Mareena, Patrick Mason, Sarah Farina, and DJ Spit.