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Sister Sledge to Headline Bristol Pride!
11 Jun
Summary
- Sister Sledge headlines the 17th annual Bristol Pride festival on July 11.
- The event aims to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and overcome prejudice.
- Tickets start at £18.50 and include free bus travel for attendees.
Bristol Pride, one of the UK's largest festivals celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, is set to take place with Sister Sledge headlining. The 17th annual event will be held at Clifton Downs on July 11, with surrounding events running from June 27 to July 12. The festival aims to bring people together to overcome prejudice and isolation.
Preparations include a launch party on June 19 at Wake The Tiger and a two-mile parade through the city center starting at Castle Park on July 11 at 11:00 BST. While vehicles are forbidden, businesses can register to participate. The parade concludes at the Harbourside, with shuttle buses available to transport attendees to the main festival.
Headlining the Main Stage is disco legend Sister Sledge, with Australian pop star Jason Donovan performing in the afternoon. The festival, running from 12:00 to 22:00, will feature multiple stages including Cabaret, Uplift, the Pride Circus Tent, and the Dance Tent. Additional attractions include a family area, an alcohol-free youth zone, and a sensory calm space. International DJ Jodie Harsh will close the day at the O2 Academy.
Tickets for Bristol Pride are now on sale, with general admission priced at £18.50 to support the charity's operations. This ticket includes free Travel First Bus within the Bristol Zone and dedicated shuttle services. Various wristband options offer faster entry. Bristol Pride is a not-for-profit charity, with all proceeds contributing to the event's success.
