The European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) is awarding the 25th Viadrina Prize to the bestselling author, actor and cabaret artist Steffen Möller. With this award, the university is honouring his literary work and his artistic achievements as an entertainer and actor, with which he has contributed in a special way to a deeper understanding between Germany and Poland for many years. The award ceremony, followed by a cabaret show and drinks reception, will take place on Thursday 21 May at 4 p.m. in the Kleist Forum.

Mr Michael Zaske, Head of the Health Department of the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs, Health and Social Cohesion of the State of Brandenburg and the District Administrator of the Oder-Spree district, Mr Frank Steffen and other decision-makers from the @see region will present and discuss the "social infrastructure" from various perspectives.

Securing reliable medical care is a top priority for the Oder-Spree district – even in times of structural change. With this in mind, the district administration is preparing further financial support for Oder-Spree Krankenhaus GmbH, which the district council will decide on at its meeting on 6 May 2026. The aim is to ensure the stability of hospital operations during a transitional phase.

The Protestant church district of Oderland-Spree invites organ players, piano players and interested parties to a summer organ course in Seelow from 11 to 18 July 2026, accompanied by a varied programme.

Promoting environmentally friendly mobility and improving the cycling situation in the city are important concerns for the city administration of Frankfurt (Oder). In order to significantly improve the conditions for cycling in the city, citizens are also invited to contribute their suggestions and comments to a new cycling concept. From 23 March to 3 May 2026, anyone interested in cycling has the opportunity to locate problems, conflicts and suggestions for improvement on an interactive online map and describe them using the comment function.

The pro agro association is calling for expressions of interest in organising the 22nd edition of the Brandenburg Village and Harvest Festival. Possible dates are 11 or 18 September 2027. The informal and non-binding expression of interest can be sent to pro agro by 8 May 2026. The deadline for a binding application is 26 June 2026.

Visitors to the Brandenburg Agricultural Show (BraLa) can smell, taste and discover Brandenburg at the regional market organised by pro agro. On a 3,000 m² open-air area with a stage and entertainment programme, regional companies present themselves with culinary specialities and rural tourism offers.

It's that time again! We are looking for the best innovations made in Brandenburg! Companies, start-ups and craft businesses, also in cooperation with scientific institutions, can apply for the renowned Brandenburg Innovation Award until 20 May 2026. Whether it's an innovative, sustainable product, process, service or concept – the anticipation for Brandenburg's most creative minds and their ideas is high.

In the Oder-Spree district, the mobile library will become a mobile adventure location for the whole family during the Easter holidays. Under the motto "Easter adventures in the mobile library", visitors can look forward to a special hands-on experience from 30 March to 10 April 2026. In addition to the wide range of media on offer – from exciting books, Tonies, magazines and films to music, games and interactive tiptoi media – a special activity will provide extra fun this year: the Easter bunny has hidden at least one egg at every stop. If you look carefully through the shelves, you may be lucky enough to discover a little surprise.

The European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) is opening the Viadrina Coworking Space on Wednesday, 15 April. In future, people will be able to learn, research and work here individually and collaboratively in a pleasant and inspiring atmosphere. The former canteen between the Auditorium Maximum and the student hall of residence at Logenstraße 3 was converted over a five-year construction period. On 1,400 square metres, the coworking space offers a place divided into several areas that can be used not only by Viadrina students and employees, but also by the regional public.