„You are precious“ · Isaiah 43:4 · Düsseldorf 5–9 May 2027

As participants in the 2027 Church Congress

Everything you need to know about registration · Deadlines · Tickets · Offers

Here is the key information on how you or your group can register as participants for the 2027 German Protestant Church Congress in Düsseldorf.

Date

When and where is the Church Congress taking place?

Düsseldorf · 5–9 May 2027

The Kirchentag will take place in Düsseldorf from 5 to 9 May 2027. This year’s theme – the motto – is:
“You are precious” · Isaiah 43:4

Open to all

Who can take part, and what are we looking for?

Groups · Communities · Initiatives · Clubs

Whether you’re a group, a local community, an initiative or a club – everyone is invited to play an active part in shaping the programme.

Deadlines

When does registration open and close?

Apply online via the Kirchentag portal

The application period for participants opens on 15 March 2026. You will then have until 15 September 2026 to apply online with your project or idea.

15. März 2026
Start of the registration phase – application portal opens
15. September 2026
End of the registration phase – last day for online applications
5–9 May 2027
Kirchentag Düsseldorf – five days of faith festival
🎟 Ticket

What are the benefits for contributors?

A heavily discounted ticket for all five days

As a thank you for their involvement, all approved participants will receive tickets at a significantly reduced price:

33 € Participant ticket per person · valid for all five days. Expected to include a ticket for Düsseldorf’s local transport network.
Online

How does registration work?

Entirely online via the Church Congress portal

Registration is handled entirely online via the Church Congress portal.

  1. 1 Create a user account on the application portal at kirchentag.de
  2. 2 Submit your application with your project or idea – from 15 March 2026
  3. ! ⚠ Important note for the Kirchentag application: In the Kirchentag application form, add the following note in the „Remarks“ field:
    – Activity within „young & international“. –
  4. 3 Please note the application deadline: the closing date for submissions is 15 September 2026