Wolverhampton Pride returns to city
Organisers are hoping it'll be the biggest event yet.
Last updated 8th Jun 2024
Wolverhampton Pride returns to the city today (8 June), with thousands of people expected to join the celebrations.
Last year's event saw nearly 5,000 people take part, as the city's hosted its annual parade and festival in Old Market Square.
Headliners on Saturday include a DJ set from Denise van Outen and a performance from Blue's Duncan James.
The line-up also includes sets from vocal drag sensation Trixie Lee, rapper Nate Ethan, musical theatre star Jaymi Hensley, male vocalist Lee Anthony, and Birmingham-based queer company Fatt Projects.
Ian Fegan, Director of City Economy and Partnerships at City of Wolverhampton Council said: “Wolverhampton Pride is now a firm staple in the city’s events calendar, I hope to see as many people as possible coming along to be part of a day when we are all able to come together to celebrate, honour and show our support for the LGBT+ community.”
A new addition to this year’s event is the introduction of the Pride Village on Victoria Street.
It includes the Pride Village market, the University of Wolverhampton Village Stage and will also be the starting point for the Pride Parade.
Several fringe activities such as yoga, needlecraft, a quiz, and a board game group have been organised by Wolverhampton LGBT+ for people to get involved with away from the main festival.