The club is famous for its sexual liberalness and cool music. All genders, generations and identities are mixed.
There is arguably no venue in the world that embodies Berlin‘s legendary, uncompromising nightlife culture quite like KitKatClub. Founded in 1994 by Austrian pornographic filmmaker Simon Thaur and his partner Kirsten Krüger, this world-famous institution is much more than a nightclub—it is a sanctuary of radical self-expression, body positivity, and hedonistic freedom.
KitKatClub
If you are planning a trip to Berlin and want to experience its most transgressive dance floor, here is everything you need to know about the myth, the music, and the strict rules of engagement.
The Philosophy: “Carpe Noctem”
KitKatClub operates on a foundational ethos of absolute freedom, mutual respect, and intense sensory exploration. Named after the historic, fictional cabaret club in 1930s Berlin (immortalized in the musical Cabaret), the venue blends top-tier electronic music culture with a sex-positive, kink-friendly atmosphere.
Inside, the typical social boundaries of the outside world evaporate. You will find multiple pulsing dance floors spinning everything from deep techno to driving psytrance, alongside an indoor swimming pool, lounge areas, and darkrooms. It is a space where people of all genders, sexualities, and backgrounds come to shed their everyday personas and embrace their truest desires without fear of judgment.
The Dress Code: Shed the Casual Wear
You cannot simply roll up to KitKatClub in your everyday street clothes. The club enforces a strict, uncompromising dress code to maintain the safety, intimacy, and aesthetic integrity of the space. If you wear regular jeans, a t-shirt, or standard casual clothes, you will be turned away at the door immediately.
To get past the bouncers, you need to dress creatively and expressively. Think of your outfit as an entry ticket into a theatrical performance.
- What to Wear: Latex, leather, vinyl, high-end fetish gear, harness structures, lace, elegant lingerie, extravagant costumes, or striking neon/glitter ensembles.
- The Bare Minimum: If fetish wear isn’t your style, “unusual or highly eccentric clubwear” can work, as can tasteful partial nudity.
- The Changing Strategy: The club has a secure cloakroom (Garderobe). Most patrons arrive in a coat over their outfit, or bring their gear in a small bag and change immediately after passing the door selection.
Crucial Door Rules: How to Get In
The door selection at KitKatClub is notoriously strict, but unlike the gloomy, mysterious vibe at Berghain, KitKat’s selection relies heavily on attitude, respect, and dress.
- Know the Event: KitKatClub hosts different parties throughout the week, and the crowd dynamic shifts accordingly. The most famous night is “CarneBall Bizarre” on Saturday nights. Always check their official schedule beforehand so you know exactly what party you are queuing for.
- No Photography (Strictly Enforced): To protect the absolute privacy of its patrons, smartphones and cameras are strictly banned. The door staff will place secure, tamper-proof stickers over your phone lenses before you enter. Taking a photo inside is a lifetime ban offense.
- Consent is the Ultimate Law: KitKat is a sex-positive space, which means you will see public intimacy. However, the golden rule is absolute consent. A “no” is final, and even an ambiguous look means back off. The club employs a highly visible awareness team; any behavior that makes someone feel unsafe or uncomfortable results in immediate ejection by security.
The Takeaway: KitKatClub is not a tourist zoo or a place to go “gawk” at people. It is an immersive, participatory experience. If you enter with an open mind, deep respect for the boundaries of others, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone, it offers an liberating night of freedom that you simply cannot find anywhere else on the planet.
The KitKat Club is cash-only, so make sure you bring enough with you.
