“Attitude is Hot” is the motto of CSD 2026. In keeping with this, many of the events surrounding this year’s CSD will also focus on the theme of democracy, such as the event on the eve of the main parade at the Brandenburg Gate. On 25 July, hundreds of thousands of people will march through Berlin on Christopher Street Day to demand more rights and equality for everyone – and, of course, especially for the LGBTQI+ community. We’ll tell you where the party continues after the parade and give you tips for an unforgettable Pride Week in Berlin.
Tip 1: Celebrate Berlin Pride at Christopher Street Day
“Attitude is Hot!” is this year’s motto for Berlin’s Christopher Street Day (CSD). It all kicks off at 11.30 am at the junction of Leipziger Straße and Charlottenstraße; the parade starts at 12 noon and heads along Leipziger Straße to Potsdamer Platz, continuing along Bülowstraße to Nollendorfplatz. From there, the route continues along Kleiststraße, past “An der Urania”, on to Lützowplatz and finally from the Großer Stern along Straße des 17. Juni to the closing rally in front of the Brandenburg Gate.
This year, for the first time, the CSD programme has been extended to two days! On the eve of the parade – Friday 24 July – the organisers are hosting a ‘Democracy Evening’ from 6 pm to 11 pm, featuring music, artistic performances and speeches on three stages at the Brandenburg Gate.
Tip: After the parade, the celebrations will continue from 9 pm atthe “House of Pride” in the Aquahöfe in Berlin until late on Sunday morning.
When: 25 July 2025 from 11.30 am, departure from 12 noon
Starting point: Leipziger Straße / corner of Charlottenstraße
Closing rally: Straße des 17. Juni | Brandenburg Gate
Tip 2: Wave your pom-poms at the CSD on the Spree
With 20 boats now taking part, the community traditionally sets sail on the Spree just before the CSD weekend. A great atmosphere is guaranteed with commentary and music as you take in the sights. If you’d like to take part in Canal Pride, you’ll need to be quick, as some of the 20 boats taking part this year are already fully booked!
Boarding begins at various jetties, depending on the boat, between 3.30 pm and 5.30 pm. With plenty of music and top-class entertainment, you’ll spend a good two to three hours cruising down the Spree. The ticket price for the boat party includes your pom-poms for the ‘Puschelalarm’ – and, of course, free entry to the big harbour party at Osthafen.
If you’re unable to set sail with Canal Pride,
the official Canal Pride 2026 after-party kicks off at 7 pm at Osthafen, featuring a red carpet, an outdoor rave, a wheel of fortune, a food court and more. From 9 pm, the party continues indoors across two dance floors. Party tickets for landlubbers are available online at Canalpride.berlin – and, by the way, also as a combined ticket for the big harbour party plus Chantal’s House of Shame.
When: 23 July 2026
Where: various boarding points along the Spree
Tip 3: Experience Pride Night at the Theater des Westens
For the first time, CSD e.V. and the Theater des Westens are jointly hosting Pride Night. The focus is on the musical ‘Wir sind am Leben’. The story takes you back to Berlin in the 1990s: the GDR is history, as is Rosi’s hairdressing salon. With a suitcase and many questions, she sets off in search of her children, Nina and Mario, who have long since built a new life for themselves in Berlin.
A moving production that tells a story of self-determination and freedom – and encourages you to forge your own path. Unfortunately, Pride Night itself, followed by a party on 22 July, is already sold out, but you can find tickets for further performances here.
When: Pride Night on 22 July, 7.30 pm (running until 28 February 2027)
Where: Theater des Westens, Kantstraße 12, Charlottenburg
Tip 4: Dance your way into Pride Week at the COSMOPOLITAN Pride Edition
Kick off Berlin Pride Week with some glittering disco vibes. Just a few days before the actual Christopher Street Day, the queer community gathers for the COSMOPOLITAN Pride Edition, the official opening party of CSD Berlin Pride Week. DJs including EMI, Fixie Fate, Paulita and Vio PRG, along with live performances by Symba and Magda von Pfeffer, will get you onto the dance floor with modern disco-house sounds and timeless disco classics. Look forward to a night of partying that’s sure to go on for ages.
When: 28 July 2026, from 11 pm
Where: Mom’s Limousine Service, Wriezener Karree 15, Friedrichshain
Tip 5: Immerse yourself in the Lesbian and Gay City Festival
Colourful, loud, political – and simply legendary: the Lesbian and Gay City Festival in Schöneberg is an absolute classic of Berlin’s Pride season. On 18 and 19 July, the biggest queer street festival in Europe awaits you around Nollendorfplatz – featuring six themed festival zones, over 100 stalls, live music on six stages, talks, information areas and a rousing festival atmosphere. Whether you want to party, find out more or experience queer culture and politics – this is the place for you!
When: 18–19 July 2026, from 11 am
Where: Around Nollendorfplatz, Schöneberg
Tip 6: Join in with the post-CSD clean-up
Come and help with the post-CSD clean-up. It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up on the latest gossip about the parade and the after-parties. You’ll also be joining forces with Berliner CSD e. V. and wirBERLIN to help tidy up the Tiergarten after the colourful Pride weekend. Whether you come on your own, with friends or family:every helping hand counts. Rubbish bags, litter pickers and other equipment will be provided on site. We recommend registering via allesimfluss.berlin, but you’re also welcome to turn up on the day.
And best of all: as a special thank you, two places on a CSD float for next year will be raffled off amongst all participants!
When: 26 July 2026, 2 pm – 5 pm
Where: Großer Stern, entrance to Große Sternallee, Tiergarten
Tip 7: Discover queer Jewish life around the New Synagogue
Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse history of queer Jewish people on a special guided tour, ‘Queerness in Judaism’, through the Neue Synagoge Berlin and the Spandauer Vorstadt neighbourhood. Drawing on religious texts and current debates, the tour explores the role of queerness in Judaism. Get to know inspiring figures such as the resistance fighter Hannah Karminski, the activist Herbert Budzidzslawski and the world’s first female rabbi, Regina Jonas – all of whom lived and worked very close to the synagogue. This guided tour powerfully demonstrates how queer identities and Jewish traditions enrich and strengthen one another .
When: 24 July 2026, 2–4 pm
Where: Neue Synagoge Berlin – Centrum Judaicum, Oranienburger Straße 28–30, Berlin-Mitte
Booking: by email to info@centrumjudaicum.de
Queerness in Judaism
Tip 8: Dance the night away at ‘Love always wins’ – the official Flinta* CSD party
After an emotional day at the CSD, the Pride celebrations really get going at the Frannz Club: at the official FLINTA* party organised by queer garten, you can look forward to an evening full of solidarity, visibility and empowerment. Across three dancefloors featuring pop, rock, house and techno, you can dance, party and meet new people together. Look forward to ice cream, midnight snacks and a relaxing time in the adjoining beer garden.
Or join Girls Town for‘Love is Love’, the second official CSD FLINTA* party on 25 July from 9 pm at Maaya.
Party together until the early hours and experience the special energy of Berlin’s CSD weekend.
When: 25 July 2026, 8 pm
Where: Frannz Club at the Kulturbrauerei, Schönhauser Allee 36, Prenzlauer Berg (Pankow)
Tip 9: Feast at the CSD Breakfast Market in Markthalle Neun
Who says the CSD ends with the parade? At the CSD Breakfast Market at Markthalle Neun, you can round off the Pride weekend in a relaxed atmosphere. Look forward to a varied programme, queer arts and crafts, and meeting new people. There’ll also be Markthalle Neun’s popular breakfast offerings – from savoury to sweet, featuring plenty of regional specialities.
When: 26 July 2026, 10am–4pm
Where: Markthalle Neun, Eisenbahnstraße 42/43, Kreuzberg
Tip 10: Listen to queer classical music at ‘Pride in Concert’
A musical highlight of Pride Month awaits you at the Renaissance Theatre: following the successful premiere of ‘Pride in Concert’ last year, Conchita Wurst will be presenting her new live programme featuring soulful ballads and rousing pop songs. The diva will be accompanied by a live band. Look forward to a thrilling evening against the wonderful backdrop of the Renaissance Theatre, Europe’s only fully preserved Art Deco theatre. The concert will open with a welcome address by District Mayor Kirstin Bauch.
When: 13 July 2025, 8 pm (doors open from 7 pm)
Where: Renaissance Theatre Berlin, Knesebeckstraße 100, Charlottenburg
Tip 11: Join in at the official CSD Karaoke Night
Whether it’s queer anthems, pop classics or your very own favourite ballad, at the official CSD Karaoke Night organised by Berlin CSD, you can belt out whatever you like into the microphone. Be brave and grab the mic at Monster Ronson’s Ichiban Karaoke. To kick off the evening, you can warm up with friends in one of the private karaoke booths. Afterwards, anyone who fancies it can take to the main stage. And best of all: your entry fee supports the work of the Berlin CSD. So, sing with pride!
When: 15 July, 6 pm – 2 am
Where: Monster Ronson’s Ichiban Karaoke, Warschauer Straße 34, Friedrichshain
CSD Karaoke Night
To mark Pride Month, you can also look forward to a whole month of different events and parties where you can chat and network. You’ll find an overview in our events calendar and the full programme here :
When: 25 June to 25 July 2026
Where: various venues
Tip: At the hotels in the pink pillow Berlin Collection, you’ll enjoy relaxed and professional service. These hotels are committed to supporting the queer community. Here, you’re free to be exactly who you want to be!
