Are you ready to party over the August Bank Holiday weekend?
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGE PROVIDED BY MANCHESTER PRIDE
Manchester Pride has officially revealed the full line-up for its 2025 celebration, promising four unforgettable days of music, drag, comedy and culture across the August Bank Holiday weekend — with even more surprises still to come.
From Friday 22 to Monday 25 August, the city will come alive as the Gay Village Party and the expanded Mardi Gras event bring together global stars and local LGBTQIA+ talent. Highlights include Olly Alexander, Leigh-Anne, Billy Porter, Big Freedia, Tulisa and B*Witched, alongside a host of beloved drag performers like Danny Beard, Charity Shop Sue, Bailey J Mills and Tayce.
Saturday’s Mardi Gras will see Leigh-Anne headline with tracks from her debut album Been A Minute, while Sunday promises a powerful set from Years & Years’ Olly Alexander. Joining the lineup are DJ icons Jodie Harsh, K-Klass and N-Trance, plus community takeovers like House of MCR and Kaleidoscope.
The Gay Village Party kicks off Friday with Samantha Mumba and continues through the weekend with performances from Sister Sledge, Diana Vickers and Gina Breeze. Unique experiences like Bongo’s Bingo, Queenz: Drag Me to the Disco and Youth Pride MCR add to the kaleidoscope of entertainment.
Monday closes with the Candlelit Vigil in Sackville Gardens — a powerful moment of remembrance and unity in partnership with George House Trust.
Mark Fletcher, CEO of Manchester Pride, said: “We’re excited to reveal the full lineup for Manchester Pride 2025, which truly reflects the vibrant diversity and unstoppable spirit of our LGBTQ+ life in Manchester. We’ve worked closely with our communities to curate a lineup that showcases some of the best LGBTQ+ talent from Manchester alongside world renowned international performers. There’s truly something for everyone this year.”
For the full line-up and ticket info, visit: www.manchesterpride.com
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