CSD Ingolstadt (Christopher Street Day)

Pride in Bavaria's Third Largest City

Ingolstadt, with over 140,000 inhabitants, is the third largest city in Bavaria and a university city with a distinct LGBTQ+ community. Christopher Street Day Ingolstadt – CSD for short – is organized by the association Queer Ingolstadt e.V. and is considered the most important LGBTQ+ event in the region between Munich and Nuremberg. In 2026, it will take place on Saturday, September 5.

The Parade Through the Old Town

The Pride parade starts at Paradeplatz in the north of the old town and proceeds through the city center: past the Liebfrauenmünster, across Rathausplatz, and then towards Schloßlände on the Danube. Colorful rainbow flags, posters, music from sound trucks, and a great atmosphere – the parade is both a political demonstration and a lively street festival.

Political Speeches and City-Wide Solidarity

On Schloßlände and Rathausplatz, politicians from progressive parties will give speeches emphasizing the fight against discrimination and for equal rights. As a sign of tolerance, the city of Ingolstadt will hoist the rainbow flag at the Old Town Hall for CSD – a visible commitment from the city administration. The festival is thus supported by the city.

Evening Program and After-Party

After the parade, the festival program continues: live acts on stage, later drag shows and DJ sets in venues like KAP94, one of Ingolstadt's best-known event locations. CSD is therefore not just a daytime event but extends throughout the day and late into the night.

CSDs in Bavaria – A Network

The Ingolstadt CSD is part of a network of Bavarian Pride events, including the major events in Munich (July), Nuremberg (August), and smaller dates in Hof (May), Kelheim (June), Augsburg, and other cities. Those celebrating Pride in Bavaria have a rich selection throughout the summer. Ingolstadt deliberately sets its date in September – a quieter spot in the calendar, but with its own radiance.