Berlin Swap Market: Winter Edition

A community swap market for sharing pre-loved items, reducing waste, and connecting over music and good finds. 💛 Berlin Swap Market is all about sharing, connecting, and giving things a second life. It started with a simple thought in our community around Boxhagener Platz: we all have things at home we no longer use, while someone else might need them. So, why not exchange with our neighbors instead of buying more? ✨ 📆 November 22 | 2–4 PM 📍 Urbayn Berlin Bring along at least 2–3 items you’d love to pass on to someone else: 🪞 Clothes | 🛠️ Tools | 🧺 Household items | 📖 Books | 👟 Shoes | 🍽️ Kitchenware | 🧸 Toys | 🖥️ Electronics | 🪭 Accessories | 🏋️ Sportswear and more! We want to create a space where neighbors can exchange things, discover something new, and be part of a more conscious way of consuming together ♻️ FAQ: • What should I bring? We encourage you to bring at least 2-3 items:🪞 Clothes | 🛠️ Tools I 🧺 Household Items I 📖 Books | 👟 Shoes | 🍽 Kitchenware | 🧸 Toys | 🖥️ Electronics | 🪭 Accessories | 🏋️‍♀️ Sportswear and more!Please note that we cannot accept food, medicine, or underwear. • What can I take? You don’t need to bring something in order to take something. That said, we encourage you to bring items you no longer use so the market stays full of good finds for everyone. Everything on the tables is free, and we ask that you only take what you truly need. • What should I do when I arrive? You’ll see signs for different categories like kitchenware, toys, and electronics. Sort your items into the appropriate categories, either on your own or with the help of our volunteers. • What else can I do at the event besides swapping? Urbayn has many of space to chill, co-work, grab coffee and snacks! • Can I sell my stuff at the event? No. Everything on display tables is free to take. There is no exchange based on how much or how little you bring, or the relative value of the items. We recommend only taking what you truly need. • When’s the best time to come? You’re welcome to arrive anytime. If you're bringing items, we recommend coming 30 mins before closing so they have a better chance of finding new homes.If you arrive early and don’t see anything that interests you, feel free to take a short break and come back later. New items arrive throughout the day. • Is it a social event? Yes. Please come say hi to Joyce (organiser) if you have any questions or just want to chat. People often connect over the stories behind their items, and many friendships have started at past swaps. • Is the space dog-friendly and baby-friendly? Yes • What happens to items left over after the event? Any items left at the end will be donated to the Social Hub Berlin, or placed at the entrances of nearby apartment buildings for others to take. You’re also welcome to take back any items you brought.Important Disclaimer: Photos and videos will be taken during the event. By attending, you consent to the possibility of your image being captured and used by Berlin Energy Network and KIKI BERLIN.Instagram: @BerlinEnergyNetwork