Four days, ten thousand voices for peace, solidarity and a future beyond capitalism.
From 22 to 24 May 2026 at the Revierpark Nienhausen, Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
What is the PJT?
The International Pentecost Youth Festival (Internationales Pfingstjugendtreffen, PJT) is a self-organised festival of international youth solidarity. Every two years it brings together young people from across Europe and the world for music, sports, workshops, debates and a joint demonstration — explicitly free from sexism, racism, drugs and alcohol abuse.
What’s on?
- Stage — bands and artists from many countries, song contest, opening event.
- Spiele ohne Grenzen (“Games without borders”) — large team sport tournament.
- Football tournament — open mixed teams.
- Workshops — politics, art, self-defence, climate, anti-fascism, internationalism.
- Future demonstration — joint march on Saturday.
Participate
- Sign up an artist, a band or a stand
- Join a preparation team in your city
- Donate or help with on-site tasks (build-up, kitchen, security shift)
Practical info
Most practical information is available in German under Festival → Tickets & Preise / Anreise / Übernachtung / Essen. The English summary will grow over time — get in touch via Contact if you need details right now.