Top 5 Things to See & Do at Leeds Pride 2025

Get ready for the biggest, boldest, and most colourful celebration in the city’s calendar — Leeds Pride 2025! Returning for its 19th year on Sunday 20 July, Leeds Pride promises a joyful day packed with music, parades, pop icons, dazzling drag, and community spirit. With over 80,000 people expected to join in, the city centre will come alive with rainbow flags, festival stages, and vibrant energy from morning until late into the night. Whether you’re a seasoned Pride-goer or visiting for the first time, here are the top five unmissable highlights to make the most of your Leeds Pride experience this year.

1. The Colourful Parade Through City Centre
The parade kicks off around 12 pm on The Headrow, marching through Leeds city centre with floats, flags, and community groups, supported by Leeds Building Society. Tens of thousands typically line the route—a spectacular, living display of LGBTQ+ solidarity.

2. Main Stage Pop Icons: Liberty X & The Cheeky Girls
This year’s headliners on Lower Briggate include 2000s pop legends Liberty X and the cheeky cult favourites The Cheeky Girls. They join acts like Angie Brown, Booty Luv, Kelly Llorenna and The Cartoons to bring high-energy nostalgia and dancefloor beats.

3. Cabaret & Drag: Queenz, Danny Beard & More
After the parade, catch fabulous performances by Queenz’s Drag Me to the Disco, RuPaul’s Drag Race star Danny Beard, and local talent on the dedicated cabaret stage on Lower Briggate—boasting glam, wit, and charisma galore.

4. Festival Wristband Perks & Discounts
Grab your £5 Leeds Pride wristband to unlock exclusive perks—discounts at local venues, food and drink deals, and quicker entry to festival zones. It’s a great way to support the community and save while you celebrate.

5. Afterparty & Late-Night Vibes
Don’t let the party end at dusk—Lower Briggate transforms into a lively afterparty hub. While full details are still incoming, expect more DJs, late-night entertainment, and extended celebrations across city bars and clubs.

Pro Tips for Attending

1. Arrive Early: The parade starts at 12 pm, but action begins from 10:30 am in Millennium Square, plenty to explore pre-parade.

2. Wristband Benefits: Just £5 gets you discounts and perks—perfect for foodies or nightlife fans.

3. Capture the Moments: Don’t forget to snap and tag with #LeedsPride, @LeedsPrideOfficial.

4. Stay Hydrated & Safe: July weather can be warm, bring water, sun protection, and plan a meet-up spot with friends.