Leipzig celebrates CSD: 20,000 participants at the colorful street festival!

Leipzig celebrates CSD: 20,000 participants at the colorful street festival!

Augustusplatz, 04109 Leipzig, Deutschland - in Leipzig will be going on next Saturday, June 28, 2025, because then the highlight of this year's CSD week takes place. Under the motto "We stay here!" Around 20,000 people are expected to raise their voices for love and diversity. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. on Augustusplatz with a rally that gives the starting signal for a great demonstration.

From 1:00 p.m., the parade moves back to the city via Prague Straße, Zentrum-Südost, Bayerischer Platz and Leuschnerplatz. At the latest at 4:00 p.m., the street festival on Augustusplatz, where not only celebrates, will be celebrated, but also important social issues are addressed. A highlight is the awarding of the price for queer commitment to Ingo Günther, who has been campaigning for the Queere Community in Leipzig for over 30 years and has launched numerous projects. This commitment is given the due recognition that it deserves.

traffic restrictions and arrival

The city administration has already ensured the necessary security and organization in advance. On Augustusplatz, the central roadways are closed from 9:00 a.m. to around 8:00 p.m., which means that trams and cars cannot get through here. For guests who arrive by car, however, access to the Augustusplatz underground car park is possible via Goethestrasse. If you want to use public transport, you should note that the demonstration can lead to restrictions in public transport and on the streets in the city center. It is recommended to use stops such as the main train station, market, Johannissplatz and Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz, as these are also accessible. In addition, for driving is advised directly to Augustusplatz on the day of the demonstration; Parking outside the city center and the use of public transport or a nice walk are better

a festival for all

The Christopher Street Day in Leipzig has been taking place since 1992 and is reminiscent of the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York. These celebrations, which have started with the traditional rainbow flag on the new town hall, are intended to celebrate the values ​​of love, diversity and unity. The central importance of Augustusplatz is undeniable, because here rally, demonstration and the street festival combine to form a colorful togetherness. For people with mobility restrictions, including wheelchair users, it is easy to reach because several barrier -free tram lines lead there.

The anticipation for the CSD in Leipzig is great, and the atmosphere promises to become lively and colorful. The organizers also agree: "There is something!" This will be a day that nobody will forget so quickly. If you want to learn more about the CSD Leipzig, you will find current information and details on the website of the Leipziger Volkszeitung, CSD Leipzig and Travelgay.