Stage & Rally

Stage Program 2026

Preparations for the 2026 stage program will begin in a few months!
Artists who would like to be part of Berlin Pride (CSD) next year will soon be able to apply via our artist application form.
Please note: We only accept applications submitted through the form. Do not send emails or use the contact form for this purpose. Thank you for your understanding!

Stage Program 2025

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, CSD Berlin raised its voice not just in the streets – but also on multiple stages around Brandenburg Gate. Immediately following the demonstration, the big closing rally kicked off, accompanied by a vibrant stage program: bold, political, musical – and for everyone.

🎤 Main Stage

Start: 3:00 PM
Location: Directly in front of the Brandenburg Gate, facing Straße des 17. Juni

The main stage hosted a diverse closing rally – with speeches, artistic performances, and live music acts. The program began at 3 PM and ran until around midnight.

🎈 Children’s Program Hosting, 3:00–5:00 PM:

Daphne de Baakel

🎙️ Main Program Hosting from 5:00 PM:

Ricarda Hofmann (podcaster, comedy writer, Busenfreundin podcast)
Brix Schaumburg (actor, singer, trans* activist, author)

🎶 Live Acts:

  • MKSM

  • D-DUR DYKES*

  • DYLAN AN THE MOON

  • ROBIN SOLF

  • PHENIX

  • TDW – LIEBE IST ALLES

  • NESS

  • AMBERLUX

  • DUCT TAPE

  • ALLE FARBEN

  • PLUS: Surprise Act

🗣️ Speakers (Selection):

  • Budapest Pride

  • CSD Berlin Board

  • Community Statement

  • Berliner Aidshilfe

  • Winners of the Soul of Stonewall Award: Nie Wieder Leise

🎶 DJ Stages

Here’s an overview of the five official DJ stages, their music focus, and starting times:

🎉 Iriedaily Stage – Nu Disco Music
Start: 2:00 PM
Location: Straße des 17. Juni, near Yitzhak-Rabin-Straße
DJs: Maloin, chrizzT

🎤 “Never Silent Again” Stage – Pop Music
Start: approx. 4:30 PM
Location: Straße des 17. Juni, near Brandenburg Gate
DJs: BIANCA BEAT & IHR BOSS, Uff, U-Seven

🎧 B-Musik All Time Favorites Stage – Oldies Music
Start: 3:00 PM
Location: Near the Soviet War Memorial
DJ: Marsmädchen

💃 REWE Schlager Stage – Schlager Music
Start: approx. 4:30 PM
Location: Near Große Querallee
DJ: derMicha

🕺 Electronic Ballroom Techno Stage – Techno Music
Start: approx. 6:30 PM
Location: Tiergarten / near Victory Column (Siegessäule)
DJs: B_nito, hardy hard, DJoker Daan, Dana

📍 Good to know:
All stages are free to access

“When designing the program and selecting the hosts, we paid special attention to ensuring they aligned with our motto and core demands. We’re proud to have risen to the challenge and secured such amazing representatives.”

— Monique King, Special Representative of the Board “Advisor for Lesbian Visibility” and Stage Lead

🏆 Soul of Stonewall Awards 2025

New this year: The Soul of Stonewall Award was presented to only one organization or initiative. By focusing on a single recipient, Berliner CSD e.  V. hopes to amplify its impact and increase visibility.

This year, the award went to the campaign “Nie wieder leise” by Woman Life Freedom.

The initiative “Nie wieder leise” stands out for its clear political stance and committed activism. Its goal is to make marginalized voices heard — in a time when many people are once again facing threats, discrimination, and exclusion.

What makes their work so special:

  • They break the silence. The initiative takes a stand against society’s silence in the face of racism, antisemitism, queerphobia, misogyny, and other forms of hatred. Instead of looking away, it demands a clear position.

  • They create space for unheard voices. Through readings, panel discussions, and public actions, those affected speak for themselves. Their perspectives take center stage — they are not spoken about, but listened to.

  • They call for solidarity. “Nie wieder leise” invites people to actively stand with those affected. Listening, showing up, being visible — that is their political mission.

  • They remind us that silence is never neutral. Especially in times of increasing division, we need initiatives that take a stand. “Nie wieder leise” inspires people to speak up and show courage when it matters most.

This work aligns perfectly with our 2025 motto: “Never Silent Again.”

With the Soul of Stonewall Award 2025, we want to visibly support “Nie wieder leise,” honor their commitment, and send a strong message of lived solidarity.