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What to expect at Bristol Pride 2024
Bristol Pride is all set to make a grand comeback on Saturday as our city gears up for a combination of parades and parties.
The annual festival has been a unique way of celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, whilst addressing inequalities like prejudice, hatred, isolation and showing members of the community that they are not alone.
The finale of Bristol Pride’s celebrations will take place on July 13, with a full day of festivities lined up.
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The parade
An obvious place to start is the pride parade, which kicks off at 10 am from Castle Park. Attendees will start walking from 10.45 am, and fill the streets of city centre with vibrant banners, uplifting chants and a palpable sense of unity and purpose. The parade also serves as a poignant reminder that at it’s heart, the Pride is a protest.
Bristol Pride Parade March 2023 – photo: Rob Browne
MESMERIZING ARTISTS:
This year’s boasts of an impressive line up, promising a full day of entertainment that spans genres and generations.
Following the parade will be an invigorating performance by the synth-pop band The Human League on the Main Stage at the Downs. Also on the Main Stage will be the electronic duo, Ladytron and Claire Richards from STEPS.
Other acts include a tribute act by Essentially Cher and Ella Morgan – the first transgender contestant on Married at First Sight, as a guest speaker.
To add a touch of theatrical magic the cast of Aladdin – the ongoing play at Bristol Hippodrome, will be performing Proud of Your Boy and Friend Like Me on the Main Stage at 4pm.
The Cabaret Stage will host a dazzling array of drag Queens and Kings, including renowned stars from RuPaul’s Drag Race.
The Bristol Pride parade is always a chance for members of the LGBTQ+ community to feel empowered – photo: Rob Browne
DANCE STAGE:
For dance lovers, the dance stage has not only performances lined up but also workshops in everything from street dance to theatre to zumba.
The Circus Tent will showcase the diversity within the LGBTQ+ community through circus acts, dance, spoken word, and music.
Lastly, the Uplift Stage, a platform for alternative artists is set to be headlined by up-and-coming group, The Menstrual Cramps. If you’re looking for some gender-bending, neck-banging music, this is the place to be.
An after-party at the O2 will continue the night for all party-animals. Showcasing several queer DJs across three rooms, the after-party is well-equipped to be an enjoyable experience to cap off the Pride festivities.
The Pride Parade in 2023 saw participation from people across all communities in the city – photo: Rob Browne
Additionally, a £9 supporter wristband is available to purchase for the day.
While the band is not mandatory, having it would mean complimentary access to all stages and performances, free bus travel, and discounts and freebies.
Check the Bristol Pride website for details on accessibility provisions.
Main photo: Bhagesh Sachania
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