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Bristol Pride unveils full festival programme for 2026
More of 2026’s Bristol Pride Day, our city’s annual music and arts festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ culture and community, has been announced.
Running from June 27 to July 12, the festival is set to bring a mix of eclectic performances, community events and big celebrations to venues across our city.
Highlights include the return of the Bingo Boat Party on the harbour, a one-off circus showcase and an inclusive ceilidh night open to dancers of all levels.
Other events span everything from a dog show in Castle Park to film screenings, theatre, comedy and sports, reflecting what organisers describe as a festival rooted in entertainment and community.
Sister Sledge and Jason Donovan will headline the 2026 instalment – photo: Dan Weill
A new queer improv show will premiere during the week, while the annual comedy night will feature a line-up of well-known LGBTQ+ comedians.
On July 3, Bristol Pride Ceilidh will take over the Lantern Hall at the Beacon, bringing a “high-energy, inclusive night of rhythm, joy and pride”.
The festival culminates in Pride Day on July 11 with an expected 40,000 people set to participate in the parade march through the city centre.
Live music and cabaret performances will run throughout the day followed by an official afterparty at the O2 Academy which is headlined by drag queen, DJ and recording artist Jodie Harsh.
Each year, tens of thousands of people march across the city as part of Bristol Pride’s annual Pride Day parade – photo: Matt Whitelay
Daryn Carter, director of Bristol Pride, said: “We’re excited to share more of this year’s programme as Pride returns to the city.
“From community events and grassroots performance to major headline acts, it’s a celebration of everything that makes our community so vibrant.
“Pride is both a celebration and a protest and every ticket helps us to continue creating a space that is inclusive, accessible and meaningful for everyone.
“With a packed programme spanning two weeks and a huge Pride Day finale, Bristol Pride 2026 promises to once again bring the city together in celebration, solidarity and joy.”
For more information, visit bristolpride.co.uk
Main photo: Chris Cooper
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