Global Space Odyssey X NachtRat Kulturdemo

In the organizer's words:

Defending free spaces: Cultural demonstration on September 20, 2025 in Leipzig

The Global Space Odyssey and NachtRat Leipzig are calling for a joint cultural demonstration under the motto "Spaces for dreams - Reclaim the space!".

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the Global Space Odyssey will once again make its way through Leipzig. The GSO organizers, the NachtRat Leipzig and the Leipzig nimmt Platz initiative are jointly calling for a cultural demonstration. Under the motto "Spaces for dreams - Reclaim the space!", they are sending a strong signal against displacement, political austerity measures and right-wing attacks - and for a vibrant, diverse cultural landscape.

Culture in distress - we are taking to the streets

Leipzig's independent cultural scene is the heart of this city - but it is under massive pressure: progressive gentrification, increasing conflicts of use, political cutbacks, right-wing agitation and a lack of legal protection for cultural spaces are threatening its existence. At the same time, young people in particular lack places where they can be creative, exchange ideas and develop without economic pressure.

"Culture is not a luxury, but the basis of a vibrant democracy. We must protect spaces for creative, social and political development - before they disappear."

Leipzig is growing faster than almost any other city in Germany. As a result, existing cultural and open spaces are coming under increasing pressure: residential development is moving closer, conflicts with local residents are increasing and legal regulations offer little protection. Bureaucratic hurdles, financial bottlenecks and a lack of resources often lead to the permanent closure of these places.

Demo information at a glance

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Start: 13:00
Starting point: Alte Messe (in front of the new Distillery)
Demo call & details: www.gso-le.de/2025/global-space-odyssey-x-nachtrat-leipzig-2025

Together with Leipzig's cultural institutions and initiatives, the GSO x NachtRat demo brings the diversity of the scene to the streets - loud, in solidarity and visible.

Register now and join in

Cultural players can now take part - with their own demo wagon, artistic contributions or as part of the demo procession.

Registration & further information: www.gso-le.de and www.nachtrat-leipzig.de

Demo finale and after-show party

Of course, there will also be a joint demo finale after the demo. The demo will end at Richard-Wagner-Hain, where a final rally including DJ sets and speeches awaits you until 10 pm.

It's not over after that either! All information about the after-show parties will be announced soon. Get ready for something - it's going to be good!