Bristol Pride's headliners, timings and more
Ben Birchall/PAGlobal disco icon Sister Sledge is headlining Bristol Pride, when tens of thousands of people will come together celebrate to celebrate the city's LGBTQ+ community.
A parade, afterparty and hundreds of performers will head to Clifton Downs on 11 July for the 17th annual event - one of the largest Pride festivals in the UK.
Organisers said the event brings people together to overcome prejudice, hatred, and reduce isolation.
Events will be held throughout the city between 27 June and 12 July. Here is everything you need to know to make the most of the celebrations.
Is there a launch party?
The official launch party will take place at Wake The Tiger on 19 June, offering immersive art, live music and performance.
The line-up includes LYNKS, known for blending electro-pop, punk energy and sharp-witted social commentary.
How do I see the parade?
About 40,000 people are expected to take part in a parade through the city centre, before the music begins on the Downs.
The Pride march is open to anyone who wants to celebrate and is a walking parade, with vehicles and floats forbidden.
Businesses and large organisations can register to take part.
The parade will begin at 11:00 BST in Castle Park by St Peter's Church, with participants invited to gather from 10:30.
The route is about 2 miles (3.2km) long and takes just under one hour to complete, ending at the Harbourside, where there will be shuttle buses waiting to take people to the festival.
Do I need to buy tickets?
Tickets for the event are on sale now.. Organisers have made some changes this year, with general admission costing £18.50 to "help support Bristol Pride's future".
Your ticket includes free Travel First Bus (Bristol Zone) all day and dedicated shuttle buses to and from the Downs.
Fast Track, Day+Night and Super Supporter wristbands also offer queue-busting dedicated lanes for quicker entry.
Bristol Pride is a not-for-profit charity and every penny goes into making the event.
Bristol Pride / Dan Weill PhotographyWho is on the line-up?
Global disco icon Sister Sledge will headline at the Main Stage, while Australian pop star Jason Donovan is set to perform in the afternoon legend slot.
Other acts include Chloe Qisha, Black Box, Trinity The Tuck, Kelly Llorenna, Absolute Britney and Catrin Feelings.
There are four other stages at the festival - Cabaret, Uplift, the Pride Circus Tent and the Dance Tent - all of which have a full programme throughout the day.
There is also a family area, an alcohol-free youth area for under 25s and a sensory calm space.
The festival will kick off at 12:00 and finish at 22:00.
CAAIs there an afterparty?
International producer and DJ Jodie Harsh will headline at the O2 Academy, as Pride Day draws to a close on 11 July.
Director of Bristol Pride, Daryn Carter MBE, said: "Bristol Pride 2026 promises to once again bring the city together in celebration, solidarity and joy."
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