Brighton Pride returns from this Friday to Sunday and we've got all the details you need - from all the essential travel info to the artist line-up.

It’s safe to say that this year’s Brighton Pride is definitely the biggest one EVER!

There's so much happening right across the weekend from international music stars to adorable dog shows to vibrant and spectacular community parades. Whichever aspect of Pride takes your fancy, be prepared to have the most amazing weekend!

On Saturday, it's the Brighton Pride Parade starting at 11am from Hove Lawns and making it's way through the city to Preston Park. Check out the map below to see the full route:



The UK's biggest Pride Festival takes place on Saturday at Preston Park with music from Ella Eyre, Pixie Lott and headlined by Britney Spears! Saturday only tickets have now SOLD OUT.

Sunday 5th August sees LoveBN1Fest take over Preston Park and the line up is just as incredible with Nile Rodgers & Chic and Jess Glynne taking to the stage! This is a brand new event for Brighton Pride, celebrating everything Brighton & Hoves and promises to be amazing. What a way to extend the Pride weekend! Get your tickets right here


 


The Pride Community Parade will once again take place on Saturday 4th August with a huge 300,000 people expected to take part. The parade starts at Hown Lawns at 11am and travels through the city. With this year's theme being 'Colour My World', this moment will be one not to miss! 

BY CAR

Please be aware that there will be significant road closures for part of the day of Pride. There is NO parking at Preston Parkand its surroundings on the day. Parking is restricted on a large section of Madeira Drive. Parking in the centre of Brighton can be both limited and expensive, so we suggest you use public transport where you can. Please click here for more details BHCC’s road closures & parking web page.

BY TRAIN

Please allow plenty of time to get to Brighton Station as it may take up to 1 hour due to the large crowds leaving at the end of the festival. Make sure you have your ticket in advance to speed things up. Please note that there is a limited service on the east and west coast lines at night.

Please Note: Preston Park Station is closed each year during the Pride festival.

Last direct train times as advertised online (but please check online for latest info and updates on the day) on Saturday 4th August are:
23:24 – Brighton to London Victoria
00:04 – Brighton to London Bridge
00:04 – Brighton to London St Pancras

23:41 – Brighton to Eastbourne
00:04 – Brighton to Worthing

BY BUS

National Express run hourly services from London Victoria bus station and destinations throughout the UK.

Full information about the bus services in the city over Pride weekend can be found here  http://www.buses.co.uk/article.shtml?articleid=8567 The night buses are running an uplifted service on Saturday night N1 /  N5 /  N7 /  N12 /  N14 /  N25 /  N29   The eastbound 1, 7, 12, 14 bus stops have been moved to Edward Street The westbound 1,7,12,14 stop is on Edward Street

Pride Campsite Bus Service
There will also be a bus service between Old Steine, Preston Park and the Pride Campsite. Full bus info here.

PARKING & TRAVEL ADVICE

Brighton & Hove City Council have created a page with advice for travelling and parking over the Pride weekend, including road closures. Check it out here.


For further information go to brighton-pride.org

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