Overview
- Berlin's May Day protests begin April 30 with a labor-focused march in Wedding, followed by a queer-feminist demonstration addressing FLINTA* oppression and police violence.
- The DGB's traditional labor march starts May 1 at Strausberger Platz, emphasizing solidarity and fair wages, while satirical and techno protests reflect creative dissent.
- Pro-Palestinian activism remains a central theme, with organizers highlighting the genocide in Palestine and opposing the expulsion of activists by Berlin authorities.
- Police have confirmed over 5,000 officers and mobile bollards will secure events, aiming to prevent extremist violence and vehicle attacks.
- The two-day sequence culminates with the Revolutionäre 1. Mai Demonstration, featuring diverse leftist blocs and focusing on international solidarity and anti-militarism.