MANCHESTER PRIDE 2024 COMMUNITY EVENTS
By Reform Radio
on Thu Aug 22 2024
Manchester has held a pivotal part in fronting the likes of Pride celebrations, huge LGBTQ+ demonstrations, and fundraiser carnivalssince the 1980s. From the 1988 anti-Section 28 demonstration which hosted over 20,000 attendees, to the city’s holding of EuroPride in 2003, it’s safe to say Manchester has been at the forefront of many notable events for the queer community over the years. As we approach 2024’s August bank holiday weekend, we welcome another round of Pride celebrations across the city. We thought it would only be right to look at what our friends and fellow community organisations are doing to join in on the fun.
Check out the full list on antics you can get involved in below.
23rd August 2024 – 12-4pm
Feel Good Club, 26-28 Hilton St, Manchester
Join Violet Blonde, Patti Baston & The Vicar’s Daughter for a Pride warm-up pamper session for Trans-identifying people.
23rd August 2024 – 8pm–late
Ducie Street Warehouse, Ducie St, Manchester
Make Me Feel are taking over the decks at Ducie Street for a free-to-attend Pride party featuring our wonderful Make Me Feel dancers alongside a star-studded DJ line-up of Monoko, Meme Gold, Aiden Francis B2B Fastlove, Darkstepper, and DJ Kizzi. Grab your free ticket now.
24th August 2024 – all day
Feel Good Club, 26-28 Hilton St, Manchester
The 3rd annual Feel Good Fest! Join a whole host of amazing LGBTQ+ talent including Meme Gold, Cheddar Gorgeous, Rikki Beadle-Blaire, Violet Blonde, Kim Lana & Thea Hallow. PLUS, you can enjoy the debut Miss Chief pageant, where you can win £300 + a mini UK tour. Free to attend, all day long!
22nd August – 28th August – times vary
Aviva Studios, Water Street, Manchester
Celebrate Pride with a free programme of live art, DJs and events curated by Manchester favourite Mix-Stress at Aviva Studios. Check out the full programme and attend for free.
24th & 25th August 2024 – times vary
The Refuge, Kimpton Clocktower Hotel, Oxford St, Manchester
Manchester’s iconic five-star Kimpton Clocktower Hotel has revealed plans for its annual ‘Come As You Are’ Pride weekend, including performances from Family Gorgeous and Flash Ibiza founder Guy Williams. Entry to the weekend is completely free and operates on a first-come-first-served basis.
22nd August 2024 – 7-11pm
Fairfield Social Club, 6 Irk Street, Manchester
Join FSC for a spectacular 30th-anniversary screening of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. This iconic film follows the adventures of two drag queens, Mitzi Del Bra (Hugo Weaving) and Felicia Jollygoodfellow (Guy Pearce), along with their transgender friend Bernadette Bassenger (Terence Stamp), as they embark on a cross-country journey in their battered, yet fabulously adorned bus, Priscilla.
23rd/24th August 2024 – 4pm-4am
The Derby Brewery Arms, 95 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester
Come together with friends, family, and allies for a day filled with joy, acceptance, and pride. This event will feature live music and performances. Enjoy a diverse lineup of artists and performers who celebrate queer culture. Everyone is welcome—whether you identify as LGBTQ+ or an ally, your presence makes a difference.
Filth: Alternative Queer Pride
25th August 2024 – midnight-8am
The Derby Brewery Arms, 95 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester
Join in the fun at Alternative Queer Pride at The DBA, full of filthy techno all evening (and morning).
24th and 25th August 2024 – times vary
The Proud Place, 49-51 Sidney Street, Manchester
The Proud Trust are hosting an amazing array of activities for young people aged 13-19 years old, including skateboarding customisation, zine and craft workshops, and more.