Goethe-Institut Toronto

Goethe-Institut Toronto www.goethe.de/toronto
IG: We promote the study of German abroad and encourage international cultural exchange. www.goethe.de

The Goethe-Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institution operational and recognized worldwide. We also foster knowledge about Germany by providing information on its culture, society and politics.

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next Quiz Night on September 1!How well do you know Germany and Canada?Pu...
08/24/2026

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next Quiz Night on September 1!

How well do you know Germany and Canada?

Put your knowledge to the test as we explore surprising facts, cultural connections and unexpected similarities between these two countries. Whether you're a quiz enthusiast, a longtime fan of German culture, a proud Canadian, or simply looking for an entertaining evening out, everyone is welcome.

🎯 What to expect:
- A fun and interactive quiz about Germany and Canada
- Surprising facts and cultural connections
- Friendly competition in a welcoming atmosphere
- The opportunity to meet new people and discover something new

✨ This event brings people together through conversation, discovery and shared experiences. No expert knowledge is required. Just bring your curiosity, a bit of competitive spirit, and get ready for an evening of fun.

📅 September 1, 2026
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Goethe‑Institut Toronto

Think you know Germany and Canada? Join our Quiz Night and find out!

Get your tickets via Eventbrite → linktree in bio

🎬 🏆GOETHE FILMS scores Canadian premiere of German Oscar contender! 🇩🇪 Simon Verhoeven’s Oh, This Unspeakable Void is in...
08/19/2026

🎬 🏆GOETHE FILMS scores Canadian premiere of German Oscar contender!

🇩🇪 Simon Verhoeven’s Oh, This Unspeakable Void is in the running for Germany’s 2026 Oscar selection for Best International Feature Film.
We’ll show you the German hit comedy drama this fall.🇨🇦

The bittersweet, wildly funny adaptation of Joachim Meyerhoff’s bestselling autobiographical novel stars Senta Berger, Bruno Alexander, Michael Wittenborn, Laura Tonke & Devid Striesow—and has already won 3 German Film Awards, including Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor. It opened at #1 at the German box office, passing 1 million admissions in its first 16 days.

📅 Oct 8, 2026 - one night only
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 TIFF Lightbox, Toronto
🎟️ $10 | Tickets via TIFF am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/buy/goethe

Presented by the Goethe-Institut Toronto as part of GOETHE FILMS: Next of Kin — Family on Film.

Image courtesy .de &


08/19/2026

🎬 🏆GOETHE FILMS scores Canadian premiere of German Oscar contender!

🇩🇪 Simon Verhoeven’s Oh, This Unspeakable Void is in the running for Germany’s 2026 Oscar selection for Best International Feature Film.
We’ll show you the German hit comedy drama this fall. 🇨🇦

The bittersweet, wildly funny adaptation of Joachim Meyerhoff’s bestselling autobiographical novel stars Senta Berger, Bruno Alexander, Michael Wittenborn, Laura Tonke & Devid Striesow—and has already won 3 German Film Awards, including Best Actress and Best Supporting Actor. It opened at #1 at the German box office, passing 1 million admissions in its first 16 days.

📅 Oct 8, 2026 - one night only
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 TIFF Lightbox, Toronto
🎟️ $10 | Tickets via TIFF am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/buy/goethe

Presented by the Goethe-Institut Toronto as part of GOETHE FILMS: Next of Kin — Family on Film.

Image courtesy .de &
.berger

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next CineZeit on August 20! 🎬This time, we're screening Cleo (2019), a wh...
08/06/2026

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next CineZeit on August 20! 🎬

This time, we're screening Cleo (2019), a whimsical and visually imaginative film that takes audiences on a magical journey through Berlin. When Cleo, a young woman working at a tourist office, follows clues to a legendary treasure, she embarks on an adventure through the city's history, myths, and hidden corners. Along the way, reality and fantasy intertwine, revealing a Berlin filled with wonder, unexpected encounters, and forgotten stories.

🎥 What to expect:
- Enjoy a German film on the big screen
- Original German audio with English subtitles
- Discover Berlin through a unique blend of history, fantasy, and adventure
- Exchange your thoughts with fellow film enthusiasts

✨ CineZeit brings people together through cinema, offering space for reflection, conversation, and cultural discovery.
No German skills needed, just bring your curiosity!

📅 August 20, 6:00 PM
📍 Goethe‑Institut Toronto

Get your tickets via Eventbrite → linktree in bio

Photo copyright: © Detailfilm

🎥 A new film by Christian Petzold is always a reason to celebrate.As part of our commitment to connecting Toronto audien...
07/21/2026

🎥 A new film by Christian Petzold is always a reason to celebrate.

As part of our commitment to connecting Toronto audiences with contemporary German culture, we're excited to share that Petzold's latest feature, MiroirsNo. 3, is now streaming on .
Thoughtful, moving, and unmistakably Petzold, the film offers another compelling example of why German cinema continues to resonate with audiences around the world.

✨ Special offer for the Goethe-Institut Toronto community:
30 days free on MUBI: mubi.com/goetheinstitutca

🎬 Beyond Miroirs No. 3, MUBI offers a wide range of German films, from contemporary auteurs to modern classics, making it a great place to explore German cinema.

📺 Looking for more context and conversations around German film? Visit the Goethe-Institut Toronto YouTube channel, where you'll find interviews, film talks, and cultural discussions featuring leading voices from German cinema, including Christian Petzold.
🔗www.youtube.com/GoetheToronto

Happy watching!

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Our online film platform Goethe on Demand is now easily accessible via on MeinGoethe.de! To watch our films for free, si...
07/03/2026

Our online film platform Goethe on Demand is now easily accessible via on MeinGoethe.de!
To watch our films for free, simply sign in with your existing account, or create a new one in the upper-right corner of the platform. Then sit back, press play, and… action!

▶️https://www.goethe-on-demand.de/

June at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto brings a new exhibition. Come discover One Ball – Many Stories: Germany, a Soccer Na...
06/25/2026

June at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto brings a new exhibition. Come discover
One Ball – Many Stories: Germany, a Soccer Nation.

Explore the many facets of German soccer culture, from over 150 years of history and iconic achievements to its social significance and global influence. Developed in collaboration with the German Football Museum and Goethe‑Institutes in North America, the exhibition presents sixteen thematic displays highlighting historic moments, key figures and current developments in men’s and women’s soccer.

As Toronto celebrates the global game, this exhibition offers a unique perspective on Germany as a soccer nation and invites visitors to engage with the unifying power of sport.

The first visitors to stop by will receive a Goethe‑Institut soccer shirt.

On view from June 25 to July 19 during the Goethe‑Institut Toronto’s opening hours.
For more details, visit our website under Events or subscribe to our newsletter.

06/19/2026

⚽️Football fever at the Goethe-Institut Toronto. 🇨🇦🇩🇪

With the German national team playing in Toronto this Saturday, we’re getting into the spirit as well, bringing our own energy, support and motivation to the game and sending our best wishes to the for the match ahead.

From Toronto to Tokyo, via Bauhaus in Germany & India: Pleased to announced Japan's Trenova Films will screen the short ...
06/15/2026

From Toronto to Tokyo, via Bauhaus in Germany & India: Pleased to announced Japan's Trenova Films will screen the short film Pink Schlemmer by Oliver Husain across Japan starting 1 August. Commissioned by & premiered at the Goethe-Institut Toronto last fall before its festival launch 2026.
Omedetou gosaimasu, Oliver!

Images: O. Husain

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next CineZeit on June 16! 🎬This time, we’re screening Das Wunder von Bern...
06/09/2026

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next CineZeit on June 16! 🎬
This time, we’re screening Das Wunder von Bern — a moving film that tells the story of a young boy and his father, set against the backdrop of the 1954 World Cup, when the German national team achieved an unexpected and historic victory. Blending a personal family story with a moment of national renewal, the film captures themes of hope, resilience and new beginnings.

🎥 What to expect:
- Enjoy a German film on the big screen
- Original German audio with English subtitles
- Experience a story that connects history, emotion, and sport
- Exchange your thoughts with fellow film enthusiasts

✨ CineZeit brings people together through cinema — offering space for reflection, conversation, and cultural discovery.
No German skills needed — just bring your curiosity!

Get your tickets via Eventbrite → linktree in bio

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Toronto, ON
M5J1V6

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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