Carly Rae Jepsen to headline Bristol Pride
The event will be back in full force this summer for the first time in two years
Canadian singer Carly Rae Jepsen will headline Bristol Pride this summer, it has been announced.
Organisers have revealed the news this morning, saying the Grammy Award nominee will perform at the LGBT+ charity's Pride Day celebration, on Saturday July 9.
It will be the first time Bristol Pride has taken place as normal for two years, because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jepsen joins a line up that already includes Alexandra Burke, RuPaul's Drag Race Canada winner Priyanka, Bright Light Bright Light and Scissor Sister’s Ana Matronic who headlines the Official After Party.
The event on The Downs will feature multiple stages, live music and entertainment, plus new and emerging talent including performances from local artists and community groups.
Pride Day will also see a welcome return of the Pride Big Top, Youth Area, Family Zone and Community Area.
Daryn Carter, Director of Programming said: “We are so excited to welcome global superstar Carly Rae Jepsen to headline this year’s Bristol Pride Festival.
"With number 1s in over 47 countries, 2 Grammy nominations and AMA’s Best New Artist Award winner, she’s a worldwide icon and outspoken supporter of the LGBT+ community."
Pride Day supporter wristbands are available now at a price of £7 and offer various benefits including discounts at on-site bars and food traders, plus free bus travel on Pride Day with First Bus as well as a dedicated shuttle service running from the end of the parade route to The Downs.
You can find out more about Bristol Pride on their website here.