Berlin CSD unveils program for the biggest CSD weekend in its history.
Berliner CSD e.V. unveiled the program for the 48th Berlin CSD today. Hundreds of thousands of people are expected on July 24 and 25 for the largest CSD weekend in the event’s history. Under the motto “Haltung ist hot” (Taking a Stand is Hot), this year’s Berlin CSD places a special emphasis on democracy, social cohesion, and the upcoming election for the Berlin House of Representatives.
“Berlin CSD is far more than just a demonstration; it is a visible commitment to democracy, diversity, and human rights. With our motto ‘Haltung ist hot’ [Taking a Stand is Hot], we want to encourage people to champion a cosmopolitan and diverse city. That is why we are calling on all visitors to Berlin CSD to exercise their right to vote on September 20,” explains the board of Berlin CSD e.V.
✊ Democracy Evening Kicks Off CSD Weekend for the First Time
For the first time, Berlin CSD will begin on Friday, July 24, with a “Democracy Evening” at the Brandenburg Gate. The evening kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with the inaugural Drag* March. Together with “Travestie für Deutschland” and the Order of Perpetual Indulgence, the march will proceed from the Platz der Republik to the Brandenburg Gate, where it will seamlessly transition into the Democracy Evening. From 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Fabian Grischkat and Barbie Breakout will host an evening featuring politics, culture, and music on the main stage.
The board of Berliner CSD e. V. at the press conference on July 16, 2026 (from left to right): Thomas Hoffmann, Julia Miosga, Monique King, Carolina Philipps, and Marcel Voges. Photo credit: Berliner CSD e. V., Brigitte Dummer.
On the musical front, visitors can look forward to a top-notch lineup featuring M¥SS KETA, Wilhelmine, Baran Kok, Marcella Rockefeller, and Maximalismus. A surprise support act—whose identity will only be revealed shortly before the CSD—promises an extra special treat. Meanwhile, the Iriedaily Pop Tower and the Red Bull Electro & House Stage invite everyone to come together and celebrate diversity and democracy.
🎤 Demonstration and Stage Program on Saturday
On Saturday, July 25, the Berlin CSD kicks off at 11:30 AM with an opening ceremony on Truck 1, featuring the board of Berlin CSD e.V., activists, and leading politicians. The demonstration begins at 12:00 PM on Leipziger Straße, proceeding via Potsdamer Platz and Nollendorfplatz to the Victory Column (Siegessäule). With 83 vehicles and 55 walking groups, the Berlin CSD is once again set to be one of Europe’s largest demonstrations for diversity and human rights.
Afterward, the Brandenburg Gate transforms into the heart of the Berlin CSD. With a total of eight stages, visitors can expect the most extensive program in the association’s history. Music, drag, culture, political commentary, and community activities will showcase Berlin’s diversity both on and off stage. Ricarda Hofmann and Jochen Schropp will host the main program.
The main stage lineup includes LUNA, Mariybu, Ebow, Selene (presented by Universal Music), wavvyboi (presented by Universal Music), Søren Torpegaard Lund (presented by Universal Music), Louk Jones, Theater des Westens, Karaoke Jesus, DUCTTAPE (presented by Anytime Studios), and FLOSS with a Madonna DJ set (presented by Warner Music). Visitors can also look forward to a special surprise support act, to be announced shortly before the event.
“House of Pride” at Ritter Butzke returns this year as the official Berlin CSD main Pride party, starting at 9:00 PM.
📢 Political Demands
Ahead of the Berlin House of Representatives election, Berliner CSD e.V. is addressing six key demands to the future state government. These include a bid for Berlin to host WorldPride 2032, the protection of queer infrastructure, enhanced safety for queer individuals, diversity in education, the expansion of queer-specific health services, and reliable funding for major queer events.
🤝 Broad Support from Business and the Community
Berliner CSD extends its thanks to its partners for supporting the largest CSD weekend in its history. Together, REWE and Carlsberg/Somersby (main partners), Deutsche Bank (democracy partner), Mercedes-Benz and Pfizer (inclusion partners), as well as Anytime Studios, Warner Music, Coca-Cola, SAP, IU Berlin, treatwell, Vodafone, Potsdamer Platz, Secconade, Höffner, and Stromnetz Berlin (event partners), are sending a visible signal in support of diversity, democracy, and the rights of queer people.
Additionally, WALL and Ströer are supporting Berliner CSD with a high-reach out-of-home advertising campaign across Berlin.