2025 Leeds Pride hoping to be bigger and better than ever
Leeds Pride returns to West Yorkshire today (July 20), with those taking part, promising the biggest celebration yet
Leeds Pride for 2025 is back!
The line-up includes chart-topping headliners Liberty X and Booty Luv, who will lead performances on the main stage at Lower Briggate.
Other stars include Kelly Llorena, Angie Brown, and top tribute acts like Smalltown Boy and Sweet Like Sabrina.
The festival, now in its 19th year, will bring thousands together in Leeds city centre, celebrating diversity, inclusion, and LGBTQ+ pride for an exciting day filled with music, entertainment, and family-friendly fun.
Matt Jameson, Leeds Pride ambassador, and event host who is best known for his time on E4's Married at First Sight UK as part of the first same-sex couple said: “It’s the biggest event in in the north when it comes to LGBTQ plus pride events, the inclusivity really shines through especially the fact that it is open to everyone and it is still a free event.”
“It is such a positive beacon within Yorkshire where everybody who's anybody can come along and celebrate with us and be part of something that is absolutely magical. You're allowed to be who you want to be, and it has that such a positive impact, especially on the youth of today, making sure that they feel comfortable that they can be who they want to be.”
This year’s Leeds Pride also features more family activities, food stalls, and market vendors than ever, offering something for everyone. A new cabaret stage will debut this year, hosted by RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Danny Beard, alongside popular local drag artists.
The parade sets off at 12pm from The Headrow.
North Leeds resident and Built Environment Project Manager at Leeds City Council Helen McGrath said: “I loved being part of the Building Equality parade for Pride 2024 – it was so much fun.
"I was so happy to join a great bunch of people, from all different organisations who are passionate about working together to drive inclusion. I can’t wait for Pride 2025."