26/08/2026
Right then... here's your Pride cheat sheet. 🏳️🌈💜
Everything you need to know before the glitter hits the fan...
🏳️🌈 Thursday - Pride officially kicks off with the legendary Village Gay Olympics. Expect the famous High Heel Race, tug of war, outrageous games and plenty of laughs as Canal Street gets the party started.
🏳️🌈 Friday -Monday - The Main Stage is back where it belongs- in the Village! Expect huge performances from Cascada, Kate Nash, Nadine Coyle, Danny Beard, DJ Sammy, Caity Baser, Diana Vickers, Misha B, Adam Rickitt, Cleopatra, B***y Luv, Big Brovaz, Freemasons and more.
🏳️🌈 New for 2026 - LEVEN has teamed up with The Church and Bar Pop to bring two incredible outdoor stages to the Village, packed with drag, DJs, live music and entertainment all weekend long.
🏳️🌈 Saturday - It's Parade Day. Thousands of people will fill Manchester city centre before making their way back to the Village for a weekend of celebration, music and community.
🏳️🌈 Throughout the weekend - Head to Sackville Gardens for the Community Showcase, wellness spaces, independent traders, food, family activities and plenty of opportunities to take a breather from the buzz.
🏳️🌈 Monday - Pride closes with the moving George House Trust Candlelit Vigil, a powerful moment of remembrance, reflection and solidarity.
🏳️🌈 Need a pit stop? We've got TWO outdoor bars this year - one right outside LEVEN on Chorlton Street and another on Canal Street - so you're never far from your next drink (an no excuse not to stay hydrated!)
🏳️🌈 Don't miss the giant 14-metre LEVEN Pride Flag. It's back after becoming one of last year's favourite photo spots. Snap a picture, tag us and we'll be sharing our favourites all weekend.
💜 Look after each other, stay hydrated, wear comfortable heels... and have the best Pride.
Also - don’t forget to tag us.
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📍 40 Chorlton Street, Manchester
📲 liveleven.com
