Russian Disco

The Russian disco, or Russendisko, is a legendary Berlin party, a night of Eastern European beats and unstoppable dancing. Made famous by writer Wladimir Kaminer, the Russian disco here mixes polka, ska and pop into a joyful racket. This overview gathers Berlin locations tied to the phenomenon.

Clubs and bars across the city host Russendisko and Balkan nights, where the music is fast, the crowd is mixed and the dancing rarely stops. The style grew from the immigrant communities of the nineties and became a Berlin institution. Expect accordions, brass and a party that pays no attention to the clock.

Browse the venues below to find a Russian disco across Berlin, from Russendisko nights to Balkan parties.