The upcoming Kirchentag in Düsseldorf, scheduled from May 5th to May 9th, 2027, promises to be an enriching experience for all participants. The Kirchentag, a biennial event, is a vibrant gathering of individuals from diverse backgrounds, engaging in profound discussions, critical debates, and fostering meaningful connections. With over thousand events packed within five days, it offers a platform for dialogue on pressing contemporary issues. The Kirchentag traditionally begins on a Wednesday with an Opening Service, followed by the Evening of Encounters - a colorful festival in the city center where churches from the region present themselves with music, cabaret and culinary delights.

From Thursday to the closing service on Sunday, there will be workshops, exhibitions, concerts, church services, Bible studies, celebratory communion services, keynote speeches, panel discussions and much more.

The Kirchentag comes to life through the people who participate and actively contribute to its wide and diverse programme. It is their ideas, their creativity, and their commitment that make the event what it is.

If you would like to contribute to the Kirchentag programme, you can apply through the relevant application process linked below. Two of these application procedures are available entirely in English:

Centre for Young People
Whether you offer interactive experiences or creative formats, culture, politics, sports, music, cafés, discussions, or workshops—your ideas are welcome. We especially encourage contributions designed for confirmation candidates, teenagers, young adults, and young people who do not fit into predefined categories.

• Contribute

Choirs
Bring the Kirchentag to the many corners of Düsseldorf and inspire audiences with unplugged performances in open-air settings. Your music will carry the spirit of the Kirchentag throughout the city, reaching far beyond the official venues. 

• Contribute

You can find links to all other application procedures here (available in German only).