15 glamorous spots to celebrate Pride in Belfast this weekend

It's time to celebrate 🌈 🥂

Author: Emma DicksonPublished 25th Jul 2023
Last updated 26th Jul 2023

It’s the 32nd anniversary of Belfast Pride this year and we cannot wait!

Belfast Pride is Northern Ireland’s largest LGBTQ+ event, with a host of exciting activities and events going on in the city all week long.

READ MORE: Belfast Pride 2023: Parade route, times, weather & special events

Belfast is home to hundreds of bars, clubs and restaurants which are proud supporters of the LGBTQ+ movement.

We’ve rounded up 15 of the hottest spots in the city celebrating Pride in style.

PS. Taboo are hosting the official after party for Belfast Pride at The Telegraph Building - tickets are selling fast for this one, so if you're interested, head to taboopresents.com quick.

Check it out 👇

Haymarket Bottomless Brunch

Kick off the weekend Pride celebrations with a bottomless brunch - unlimited cocktail jugs, prosecco & beer + a tasty main of your choice. There's also Kareoke Brunch on Sunday from 3.30pm-5pm, so be sure to book in advance at haymarketbelfast.com

The Jailhouse

The Jailhouse have launched a whole new Pride cocktail menu and WOW do they look good! Sashay Away and Slay are our personal favourites, all Pride cocktails are just £8, this is going to be a popular spot.

The Thirsty Goat

Some would say the GOAT spot in the Cathedral Quarter…The Thirsty Goat is hosting a special Pride party all day long, with live music and signature cocktails.

Southside Social

Southside Social are hosting two special guest The Only Sassie and The Only Nina with an extra special appearance from Elle Vosque on Sunday 30th July from 5-7pm. Book yourself a table and get a FREE Chinese meal from the Lucky Duck – you had us sold at FREE CHINESE!

Margot

With signature pride cocktail specials, live music, food & lots more, Margot might be tucked below street level, the vibes here will be fabulous!
Which one will you choose? Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue & Purple 🌈

Kremlin

Kremlin is one of Belfast's most iconic spots, so of course they've got an exciting line-up this Saturday. Check out Kremlin's socials are an update on their full weekend line-up, their ABBA Singalong caught our eye!

Pug Ugly's

Head to Pug Uglys on Saturday 29th for fantastic live local music, cocktails, great food & lots more!

Union Street Bar

One of Belfast's most popular LGBT+ venues, Union Street Bar has a host of activities and events going on this weekend! From Cabargay to Pride Brunch on Sunday, take a look at their socials for more info on what you don't want to miss!

The Bone Yard

The Bone Yard are hosting ABBA Drag Brunch, frozen cocktails and tasty food! What's not to love!

Whites Garden

Belfast's oldest tavern is hosting a special Pride party this Saturday, with special cocktails, small plates and the ultimate Pride playlist!

The Perch

The fabulous Portia and Onya Becks are taking over The Perch this Sunday 30th from 2-4pm, for a drag bottomless brunch on the rooftop. That's bottomless pizza, Prosecco, Aperol Spritz, Pride daquiris and beer. Tickets are just £35 and are available from perchbelfast.com

The Dirty Onion

The Dirty Onion are hosting a Pride party on Saturday 29th, with special guest and drag star Beauxx. No tickets needed, just pop on down and join in the fun!

The Sunflower Pub

The Sunflower has hosted a number of Pride events throughout the week including Lush Queer Speed Dating. Saturday will see more colourful fun and banter.

Filthy McNasty’s

The Back to Life Garden Rave Special returns to Filthy McNasty's this weekend, with live music in the front bar all day long, and DJs in the club and garden from 5pm 🙌

Revolution de Cuba Belfast

Pride + Salsa is the perfect combination! Get yourselves down to Revolution de Cuba if you're in the mood for great music and even tastier cocktails…YES PLEASE!

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