Our Guide to Newcastle Pride 2026

Newcastle Pride is back again in 2026, celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community's achievements and highlighting the ongoing fight for equality. The joyful and inclusive event happens each year, with thousands of people taking part in the annual march through the city as well as enjoy the full weekend of activities and fun.

Pride will takeover Newcastle city centre 25th - 26th July 2026, bringing with it a weekend of celebration, community and fun for everyone. Read on to find out more about Newcastle Pride celebrations 2026.

This year, Newcastle Pride builds on the theme 'City of Hope, Streets of Joy' with the aim to bring over 80,000 people to Newcastle during the Pride weekend, by offering all the festival favourites right in the heart of the city. The Pride arena will return to Times Square for two days of unforgettable music and energy.

Headliners include pop icon Nadine Coyle, dance floor icon Katy B, drag superstar DJ Bimini and RuPaul's Drag Race legend Danny Beard.

The lineup will also be joined by an incredible array of live acts, tributes and Pride favourites such as QueenZ Live, Chappell Roan by JC, The Harry Styles Show, Ghetto Fabulous, Miss Rory, Dollhaus, Olivia Rodrigo by Good 4 Olivia and Ophelia Balls.

2026 promises to be the most memorable yet with an expanded stage, immersive zones and electric energy. Even better? Earlybird ticket prices have been frozenf or the third year running. Grab your tickets now!

Each year, thousands of people take to the streets in Newcastle and take part in the annual Pride March. This year, the march is under the theme 'City of Hope, Streets of Joy' and will bring people together to celebrate identity while standing united in the ongoing fight for equality and acceptance. The Parade is a uniting act of visibility and solidarity, and helps raise awareness and create an incredible sense of belonging and empowerment within our community. Everyone is welcome to take part whetehr you are a community group, organisation or individual. More information about the route and timings is coming soon. In the meantime, find out more about taking part here.

In 2026, the Market Village will take place on Saturday 25th July at Grey's Monument and Eldon Square. Head to the Market Village and find a selection of local stalls and businesses, selling gifts, goods and souvenirs from your time at Newcastle Pride. Help support local makers, grab a gift for a loved one or simply wander through and soak up the buzzing atmosphere. A full ist of stalls and makers will be available soon.

Newcastle boasts a lively LGBTQIA+ scene, with numerous bars, clubs, and LGBTQIA+-friendly venues where you can celebrate Pride throughout the year. Why not keep the party going after Newcastle Pride l and head to the iconic Pink Triangle, centered around the Times Square area which is a hub for LGBTQIA+ nightlife. Head to Boulevard, Rustys and Powerhouse and join in the celebrations with fellow Pride-goers, dance the night away, and embrace the diversity that makes this community so incredible.

Pride is a time to stand in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community and be an ally. Educate yourself on LGBTQIA+ issues, challenge discrimination when you see it, and promote inclusivity in your own circles. Let Pride be a catalyst for change, and strive to create a world where everyone can live authentically and without fear. If you want to support Newcastle Pride you can donate here.