Bristol Pride festival unveils biggest line-up ever - ticket details

This year’s Bristol Pride promises t be the biggest and most inclusive celebration to date with over 200 performers and five unique stages taking over The Downs on July 12.

Headlining the Main Stage is Canadian alt-pop icon Allie X, who will bring her bold live show and fearless aesthetic to the South West for the first time.

She’ll be joined by 80s legend Kim Wilde taking the Afternoon Legends slot, house music royalty Ultra Naté and Eurodance powerhouse Cascada, who are sure to get crowds moving with hits like “Everytime We Touch” and “Evacuate the Dancefloor”.

RuPaul’s Drag Race superstar Brooke Lynn Hytes will make her debut UK Pride performance in Bristol as she headlines the Cabaret Stage, leading a dazzling line-up of over 30 drag and cabaret acts, including Alfie Ordinary, Miss Jam Tart, Son of a Tutu and Snow White Trash.

Also announced across the festival’s five stages are rising pop names, club favourites, local legends and community-led performances, including drag royalty Val the Brown Queen, Cocoa Butter Club's Mr Wesley Dykes and the return of Bristol Drag Theatre Company founders Cynthia Road, Quiches Lorraine, Spank and Tess Drive.

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Daryn Carter MBE, Director of Bristol Pride, said: “We’re buzzing to reveal this year’s full line-up.

“Bristol Pride is about celebration and protest, joy and visibility, and we’ve worked hard to bring together a line-up that reflects our diverse community.

“With incredible artists across all five stages, there’s truly something for everyone this year and we can’t wait to welcome people back to The Downs for another unforgettable day.”

Wristbands for Bristol Pride 2025 are on sale now, starting at just £9. They offer a host of benefits including faster entry, free travel to The Downs, discounted drinks and exclusive access to prize draws.

Upgraded wristbands give access to afterparties and the Super Supporter Area with enhanced facilities and viewing areas. All proceeds go toward the Pride Community Fund, supporting year-round LGBT+ initiatives and advocacy.

The full line-up poster and wristbands are available now at www.bristolpride.co.uk.