Goethe-Institut USA

Gegenüber Edition: Soccer World Cup 2026 More Than a Game

Three countries, one tournament: the Men’s Soccer World Cup in North America becomes a stage for cultural encounters—between stadiums and streets, migration and myth, commerce and community. Even after Germany's exit, our Gegenüber issue is worth exploring — available in German, English, French, and Spanish. And of course: cheering on the host nations, including the USA!

Grafik eines Balles, der links im Bild von einem weißen Tornetz aufgefangen wird, aber das Netz deutlich nach außen zieht. Blauer Hintergrund © Goethe-Institut, Ricardo Roa

Among Friends

Our nationwide campaign to celebrate and strengthen transatlantic friendship organizes programs all over the country – not just in cities where you may already know “your” Goethe-Institut. No matter where you are: If you're interested in cultural exchange, have personal or professional ties to Germany, or simply want to discover something new, you’re warmly invited to join us.

Among Friends - Unter Freunden GI colors Logo © Goethe-Institut, Ricardo Roa © Goethe-Institut, Ricardo Roa

Your Experts for Learning German Online

Deutsch Training Online

Discover a convenient online self learning experience beyond typical language apps with Deutsch Training Online.

until Aug 31 not $ 249 but

$149

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STARTNOW

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The Goethe-Institut USA is Germany's offical cultural center with convenient and effective German online courses as well as internationally recognized language certificates.

online group, individual and business courses for all levels
professional and highly trained instructors
state-of-the-art, interactive, and fun teaching methods

eLibrary

The eLibrary is the virtual library of the Goethe-Institut. This free service allows you to borrow digital media, such as ebooks, audio and video files, and electronic newspapers and magazines.

eLibrary

In the Spotlight

Current Music From Germany

Popcast #7/2026

Listen to the latest tracks from Germany's music scene. This month featuring JuJu Rogers, Enik, Mariybu, and many more!

Portrait of Mariybu with black ponytail and sunglasses bending down towards the camera and reaching out her hand with long fingernails © Laura Kahled © Laura Kahled

Manifesta 16 Ruhr

Churches on a New Mission

Manifesta 16 Ruhr is reimagining what shared spaces can become. Titled This is not a church, the biennial has transformed 12 former or at-risk post-war church buildings across Duisburg, Essen, Gelsenkirchen and Bochum into active sites for art, community, play and public participation. Read about it in the Gegenüber magazine.

Christ-König Bochum, Exhibition View, Manifesta 16 Ruhr - This is not a Church Courtesy of the artists and Manifesta 16 Ruhr. Photo: © Birgit Ostermeier Courtesy of the artist / Manifesta 16 Ruhr. Photo: © Birgit Ostermeier

Goethe on Demand

Free streaming!

The Goethe-Institut presents a carefully curated collection of German films, available to stream for free. Discover award-winning festival hits, exciting new voices in German cinema and legendary film classics – and find your own personal favourites. Sit back, make yourself comfortable and… action!

German Series in the USA

Binge Fever!

Television “Made in Germany” is having a golden moment with the rise of international streaming services. In this dossier, we highlight binge-worthy German serials and fill you in on where to watch them in the USA.

Serienfieber Illustration of a hand clicking a remote control © Colourbox / Image editing Goethe-Institut Los Angeles © Colourbox / Image editing Goethe-Institut Los Angeles