Music, culture and participatory events will send a message of diversity and unity on November 13th
A celebration of openness, mutual respect, and vibrant community: On Friday, November 13, 2026, the Day of Tolerance will once again take place in the Kirchtannensiedlung neighborhood in southern Darmstadt-Eberstadt. From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., visitors can expect a diverse program around the House of Diversity at Kirnbergerplatz, featuring music, cultural performances, interactive activities, and information booths. Everyone is invited to join in the festivities and send a message against exclusion and discrimination.
The event is organized by the Eberstadt Children and Youth Working Group in cooperation with numerous institutions, initiatives and other cooperation partners from the district.
Music, culture and encounters at Kirnbergerplatz
The Day of Tolerance combines entertainment with social issues. Throughout the afternoon and early evening, guests can expect a cultural program featuring contributions from Darmstadt's music and cultural scene.
Among those participating is the group "The Art of the Oreos". Various presentations will also be given to provide food for thought and encourage discussion.
The program is complemented by interactive activities and information booths. Visitors thus have the opportunity to learn about different initiatives, engage in conversation with one another, and spend time together.
Together against exclusion and discrimination
The festival focuses on tolerance, diversity, solidarity and social cohesion.
Numerous organizations and dedicated individuals from Eberstadt want to demonstrate together how important respectful interaction is. Especially in light of increasing social polarization, the Day of Tolerance aims to facilitate encounters and strengthen mutual understanding.
This is not just about fundamental social issues, but also about everyday life in the neighborhood.
The festival is intended to bring together people of different backgrounds, generations and life situations and offer an opportunity to talk to each other.
Positive feedback on last year's event
The fact that the Day of Tolerance is well received by the people in the district was already evident at the last event.
A visitor named Karl-Heinz was enthusiastic last year: “Much better than I expected. A great atmosphere with music and lots of theater. I hope they do this more often with festivals like this.”
With this renewed event, the organizers hope to build on this positive response and once again make Kirnbergerplatz a place for people to meet.
Numerous partners support the festival
The organization is being handled by the Eberstadt Children and Youth Working Group together with numerous cooperation partners.
The Day of Tolerance is financially supported by Sparkasse Darmstadt and the Wilhelm Emmanuel von Ketteler Foundation.
Further funding is provided through the Partnership for Democracy Darmstadt as part of the federal program "Democracy Live!".
Through the collaboration of different institutions and initiatives, the festival is also intended to highlight the commitment to an open and diverse neighborhood.
The most important data
What: International Day for Tolerance 2026 – Together for Diversity and Cohesion
When: Friday, November 13, 2026
Time: 4 PM to 8 PM
Where: Kirnbergerplatz in front of the House of Diversity, Kirnbergerstraße 12, 64297 Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Program: Music, cultural contributions, interactive activities, information booths and speeches
Contributors: Among others, “The Art of the Oreos”
Organizer: AG Children and Youth Eberstadt with numerous cooperation partners
Sponsors: Sparkasse Darmstadt, Wilhelm Emmanuel von Ketteler Foundation and Partnership for Democracy Darmstadt in the federal program “Democracy Live!”
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