Events – Manchester Pride

ABOUT THE EVENT

Manchester Pride Festival is a ‘party as protest.’ We're a part of the largest LGBTQ+ liberation movement in the world, celebrating queer people, culture and expression as loudly and publicly as possible in a refusal to hide in shame.

Pride has grown exponentially in its 50+ year history as a movement for queer liberation. But the fight is far from over.

With LGBTQ+ youth increasingly experiencing bullying, self-harm and homelessness and the recent rise in anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, it’s more vital than ever that Manchester Pride celebrations remain strong.

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The famous Manchester Pride Parade is the city’s biggest parade, grinding traffic to a halt as tens of thousands of LGBTQ+ people and their allies march together for equality. Thousands more line the streets to spectate on the spectacular parade of colours.

The Candlelit Vigil provides a moment of reflection to remember those we have lost to HIV. The Vigil also presents an opportunity to stand together unified against the discrimination and stigma that LGBTQ+ people still face today.

Manchester Pride hosts a diverse range of events all year round supporting intersectional LGBTQ+ communities, spanning community events, queer arts and culture, events curated especially for LGBTQ+ youth and more.

23rd January 2025

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Community Session: LGBTQ+ and Sober

Manchester Pride Community Sessions bring people together to learn, discuss, share resources and celebrate the diversity of our communities.

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25th February 2025

Free & Ticketed

Community Session: Our Queer Manchester

Manchester Pride Community Sessions bring people together to learn, discuss, share resources and celebrate the diversity of our communities.

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25th March 2025

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Community Session: LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Wellbeing

Manchester Pride Community Sessions bring people together to learn, discuss, share resources and celebrate the diversity of our communities.

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Here's what people have said after attending one of our events.

I've loved meeting new people and feeling included, coming from a small village there isn’t many LGBTQ+ people or activities. Youth Pride has helped me make new friends and feel less lonely.

Youth Pride MCR Attendee

I had such an informative and enjoyable experience at the Manchester Pride Conference. Their work is absolutely vital and I'm so thankful I got to attend such a brilliant event.

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Olly

It’s been an amazing experience and has made me come out of my shell a lot! Alex and Jana have given me lots of confidence to be who I want to be and not be ashamed.

Youth Pride MCR Attendee

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Pride is something everyone feels proud of and can see a little bit of themselves in.

Our communities are at the heart of everything we do, and we'd love to share your Pride experiences with others.

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If you can't find an answer to your question, why not take a look at our full FAQs or get in touch.

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When does Manchester Pride Festival take place?

The Manchester Pride Festival 2025 takes place from 22nd - 25th August.

How much money from every Manchester Pride Festival ticket goes towards the Community Fund?

£2.50 from every pledge band purchased goes directly to the Manchester Pride Community Fund to help LGBTQ+ good causes in Greater Manchester.

Do I have to pay to enter the Gay Village over Manchester Pride Festival?

Manchester Pride Festival offers a packed programme of events over the August Bank Holiday weekend, such as the Manchester Pride Parade, Youth Pride MCR, Family Pride MCR, Superbia and more. All of these are free with the exception of the Gay Village Party which is ticketed.

Manchester Pride is a charity and the cost of a Gay Village Party ticket helps us to deliver a safe, community party-as-protest celebration for the whole community to enjoy, as well as funding our free programme of events over the weekend. Vitally, though, your ticket helps us to platform and support the careers of queer artists and performers.

You can see how every penny of your ticket is spent here, and remember that every ticket includes a £2.50 ring-fenced donation to the Manchester Pride Community Fund - an initiative that supports and enriches grassroots LGBTQ+ organisations and projects in Greater Manchester. Find out more about some of the incredible projects that you helped us fund in 2023.

Please note that some Village venues will be operating a No Pledge Band No Service policy, so purchasing a ticket allows you to experience everything the Gay Village has to offer over the weekend.

How can I apply to take part in the Parade?

Parade applications aren't currently open for 2025, if you're interested in getting involved please email info@manchesterpride.com to get added to the waitlist.

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53 Portland Street
Manchester M1 3LD
0161 831 7700
info@manchesterpride.com

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Raising essential funds for LGBTQ+ causes in Greater Manchester
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