UK PRIDE

June Events

BATALA WORKSHOP

Monday 2nd June

Queer.All.Year Sober Socials

Batala Portsmouth has been a stalwart of the Portsmouth Pride Parade for many years, leading the way with energy, noise, and pride.

Have a go at making some incredible music with them and come along to this taster - no previous musical experience needed.


Booking for each session will open 1 month before each event 

THE BIG PRIDE DINNER

Wednesday 4th June

The Queens Hotel

Join the team, supporters and volunteers of Portsmouth Pride for a sumptuous meal in wonderful surroundings ahead of UK Pride ‘25.

PRIDE NIGHT AT THE KINGS

Thursday 5th June

The King's Theatre

To really get you in the mood for UK Pride ‘25, head to The Kings Theatre for an incredible show with international headliners from stage and screen.

OFFICIAL PRE-PRIDE PARTY

Friday 6th June

Hampshire Boulevard

Get ready to kick off  UK Pride celebrations in style at the ultimate Pre-Pride Party hosted by the incomparable Cherry Liquor! We're turning up the volume and the glam with a night packed full of fierce performances, fierce queens, and all the glitter you can handle.


Headlining the event is Ella Vaday, the fan-favorite queen from RuPaul's Drag Race UK! She'll be bringing her trademark charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent to the stage in an unforgettable performance that will leave you gagging for more. Expect high-energy lip-syncs, jaw-dropping outfits, and plenty of sass from this drag superstar!


Supported by The Ultimate Olly Alexander & Swiftie a taylor swift tribute & The Fabulous Josh


Cherry Liquor, the fabulous host of the evening, will keep you entertained all night long with her witty banter and infectious energy. It’s going to be a celebration of love, acceptance, and queer joy—so wear your most dazzling outfits, grab your glitter, and get ready to dance the night away.


Whether you're a lifelong ally or a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, this is the Pre-Pride celebration you don't want to miss.


Let’s celebrate the community, the queens, and the joy that Pride represents—because the party starts here! 💖🏳️‍🌈

Join us on Saturday 7 June on Southsea Common to celebrate all of this work, as a community.

With a parade, 2 stages of entertainment, over 100 stalls, local food & drink, funfair and much more, bring your friends and family for this FREE day celebrating UK Pride ‘25.

Carry on the celebrations with the Official After Party at Hampshire Boulevard and BRAND NEW Street Party on Sunday 8 June.

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE...

UK Pride ‘25 doesn’t end in June though... the year-round programme continues with more events and projects still to be announced.

Save the Date for

World Ocean Day Beach Clean with the Final Straw Foundation on Sunday 8 June.

Even more chances to catch the Downtown Pompey Knees up on 21 & 22 June.