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8 June 2026

Pride in London 2026 guide: date, route, stages and full line-up with MNEK, Beth Ditto and more

Pride in London 2026 will see a diverse range of performers and speakers take to six stages, each bringing a different aspect of the community to the city on 4 July

By Aaron Sugg

Naomi Campbell with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, Vogue's Edward Enninful and other Pride in London attendees
Naomi Campbell with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, Vogue's Edward Enninful and other Pride in London 2025 attendees (Image: Attitude/Zula Rabikowska)

Pride in London has finalised its 2026 line-up across all six stages, with a star-studded mix of headliners, speakers and drag performers set to light up the English capital.

The UK’s largest free Pride event will return to central London on Saturday 4 July, drawing thousands of attendees from across the country and beyond.

This year, Pride in London has launched its new campaign, “Many Voices. One Front”, highlighting the importance of intergenerational unity, from the first march in 1972 through to newcomers in 2026.

Why is Pride in London important in 2026?

Pride in London's Many Voices. One Front campaign poster
Pride in London’s “Many Voices. One Front” campaign poster (Image: Pride in London)

Organisers highlight four key pressing issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community in 2026: trans healthcare rights, Black and Brown queer visibility, chosen family rights and ending hate crime.

Interim CEO Rebecca Paisis has highlighted the importance of togetherness, saying: “We want 2026 to be the most inclusive Pride in London event yet. Our movement has always been built on many voices becoming one united front – from the people who marched in 1972 to those joining us for the first time this year. That’s where our power lies.”

“As LGBTQ+ people, we’ve never been strangers to adversity” – Interim CEO Rebecca Paisis on Pride in London 2026

Pride in London's Many Voices. One Front campaign poster
Pride in London’s “Many Voices. One Front” campaign poster (Image: Pride in London)

She added: “As LGBTQ+ people, we’ve never been strangers to adversity, but neither are we strangers to collective action. This year’s campaign is a reminder that, whilst the community often faces challenges in isolation, it is by coming together that we can change history,” said Paisis.

Co-founder of Stonewall and LGBTQ+ activist Lisa Power MBE drew attention to Section 28 in the 1980s, saying that, as it did then, “adversity” can make the community stronger.

“Right now, we have a government and institutions meant to defend our rights that are attacking trans people’s rights, and the rest of ours will follow. So now’s the time to join hands and bring an ally, or someone you’re an ally to, along to Pride. Together, we can be stronger.”

Marcos Gold, Pride in London’s Director of Community Engagement and Outreach, echoed Power’s message, stating: “when we stand together across generations and identities, we’re unstoppable.”

MNEK to headline Pride in London’s Trafalgar Square stage on 4 July

Pride in London's Many Voices. One Front campaign poster
Pride in London’s “Many Voices. One Front” campaign poster (Image: Pride in London)

With the celebration less than a month away, Pride in London has announced its 2026 musical line-up, with MNEK headlining the Trafalgar Square stage, alongside Gossip’s Beth Ditto and rising star Meek.

Please note that the day does not stop there. Pride in London 2026 will see a diverse range of performers and speakers take to six stages, each bringing a different aspect of the community to the city.

Pride in London 2026 stages and official line-up

Trafalgar Square – Main Stage

The central stage featuring headliners and speakers.

  • MNEK (headliner)
  • Beth Ditto
  • Asifa Lahore (host)
  • Ade Adepitan (host)
  • Bombaymami
  • Hannah & Jake Graf
  • James Indigo
  • Jason Jones
  • JEA
  • Kinky Kabaret
  • Lexa
  • Le Fil
  • Leo Kalyan
  • Love Itoya
  • Maris
  • Meek
  • Olivia Campbell-Cavendish
  • Stardust
  • Tia Kofi (host)
  • Titanique
  • Will Njobvu (host)

Leicester Square – LGBTQIA+ Women and Non-Binary Stage

Focus on women and non-binary performers, musicians and DJs.

  • Anita B Queen
  • Butch, Please!
  • Che3kz
  • DJ Kaspa
  • Jordan Gray
  • Krystal Lake
  • Lexa
  • Lick
  • Love Itoya
  • Macie Nyah
  • Maris
  • Professor Emeritus Sue Sanders
  • Raga D’Silva
  • Smashlyn Monroe
  • The Darklings
  • Tony & Toni
  • West London Queer Choir

Golden Square – Global Majority Stage

Celebrating Black, Brown, Asian, dual-heritage and Indigenous LGBTQ+ talent.

  • Angeli
  • Che3kz
  • Delwboy
  • DJ T.Rock
  • Donnie Sunshine
  • Jay Jay Revlon Presents: Kiki
  • Karteer
  • Kenan Kián
  • Lost Girl
  • Me-Ow
  • Rhys’ Pieces
  • Rileasa
  • Tiara Skye

Dean Street – Cabaret Stage

Drag and cabaret-focused performances in Soho.

  • Ash Akan
  • Billie Gold
  • Boibox
  • Danny Beard
  • Deeva D
  • Drag Idol UK Winner (to be announced)
  • Flick
  • House of Pantha
  • Jordan Gray
  • Kate O’Donnell
  • Lucky Roy Singh Presents the Queer Asian Takeover
  • Monroe
  • Queer Crip Power Half-Hour
  • Ryan Graham Hinds
  • Sandra
  • Tia Kofi
  • The Groove Chorus ft. Louis Cypher

Soho Square – Trans and Non-Binary Community Stage

Trans-led space including speeches and performances.

  • Stage curated by Mzz Kimberley
  • ARXX
  • Brandy x Temptation
  • Curvy Black Witch
  • Custodians
  • Dr Helen Webberley
  • Ebony Rose / Para Pride
  • Frigid Presents Mother
  • ISH99NI
  • Lexi & Aisha
  • M.E.N Live
  • Marty Davies
  • Nathan Ethan
  • Panty Soaker Sound System
  • Tabs from Butch, Please!
  • Taman
  • DJ Tasty Tim
  • Telisa TK
  • The New Cross Dresser
  • Trans Legal Clinic
  • Women of Colour in the Global Women Strike
  • Victoria Embankment Gardens – Family Area and Youth Zone

Victoria Embankment Gardens – Family Area and Youth Zone

A family-friendly space with activities and entertainment for adults with children.

  • Aida from Drag Queen Story Hour
  • Andi from Dadda and Daddy
  • Badge Cafe
  • Brass United Social Club
  • Face painting by Carnivelle Party
  • David Ribi
  • Emma from At Your Beat!
  • Joelle D’Fontaine
  • Make with
  • Norvil & Josephine
  • Pop’n’Olly

Where and when is the Pride in London parade?

Kicking off the celebrations in a show of solidarity is the historic parade, which will start at midday at Hyde Park Corner and proceed along Piccadilly towards Piccadilly Circus. From there, it will head south down Haymarket, passing Trafalgar Square, and finish on Whitehall.

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