What is Brighton & Hove Pride?
Brighton & Hove Pride is a weekend-long LGBTQ+ celebration held across the city each summer. The two main parts are the free Community Parade through the streets and Pride on the Park, a ticketed two-day music festival in Preston Park. There are also ticketed street parties and many other events around the city.
The city’s first Pride march took place in 1973, and the modern event began in 1991. The park festival has been based at Preston Park since 1996. Wikipedia estimates that around 500,000 people take part across the weekend, which makes it one of the largest Pride events in the UK.
When is Brighton & Hove Pride 2027?
The organisers have not announced the 2027 dates. Pride is usually held on a weekend at the end of July or start of August. Pride on the Park ran on 2 and 3 August in 2025 and on 1 and 2 August in 2026, with the parade on the Saturday.
Listings disagree about 2027. Visit Brighton and Wikipedia point to the weekend of Saturday 31 July and Sunday 1 August 2027, while at least one other listing suggests 7 and 8 August. Treat both as expected rather than confirmed, and check the official site before booking travel or accommodation.
Where is it and how do you get there?
In 2026 the Community Parade started on Hove Lawns at 11am on the Saturday and headed through the city towards Preston Park. Pride on the Park takes place in Preston Park, about a mile and a half north of the seafront.
For 2026, the official travel advice was:
- Use Brighton station for all Pride events. Preston Park and London Road stations closed from 5pm on the Friday for the weekend.
- Buy train tickets in advance. Oyster and contactless pay-as-you-go are not accepted for journeys to Brighton.
- Allow at least an hour to get back into Brighton station after the park closes, as queues build up.
- There is no parking at Preston Park on Pride day, and central Brighton parking is limited.
- Extra bus services ran, including a Pride route between Preston Park, Old Steine and Kemp Town.
Tickets and prices
Watching the Community Parade is free. Pride on the Park and the Pride Street Party need tickets, which must be bought in advance. In 2026 tickets were sold through AXS, the official ticket provider.
The 2027 prices have not been published. In 2026, a limited number of £25 community tickets for Pride on the Park were released through the Pride Community Foundation, on a first come, first served basis. Standard day, weekend and VIP tickets cost more, and prices varied by day and tier. Buy only through the official ticket links, as resale prices can be far higher. Free PA and carer tickets are available for disabled visitors who qualify.
Where to stay
Pride is one of the busiest weekends of the year in Brighton, and hotels and guesthouses fill up early, often at higher prices. If you plan to stay, book as soon as the dates are confirmed and choose a cancellable rate.
Staying in a nearby town on the train line, such as Worthing, Lewes or Haywards Heath, can be cheaper, but check late train times first. In 2026 there was also an official Pride campsite at Waterhall, north of the city, with a bus shuttle to Old Steine across the weekend. Students at Brighton or Sussex universities may find it easier to stay put and travel in on the day.
Line-up
The 2027 line-up has not been announced. In 2026, headliners were announced in early February, so news for 2027 may follow a similar timetable.
Recent Pride on the Park headliners:
- 2026: RAYE (Saturday) and Diana Ross (Sunday), with Jessie J, Paris Hilton, RuPaul and Self Esteem also on the main stage
- 2025: Mariah Carey (Saturday) and Sugababes (Sunday)
- 2024: Girls Aloud (Saturday) and Mika (Sunday)
- 2023: Black Eyed Peas (Saturday) and Steps (Sunday)
There is also a separate Dance Arena. In 2026 it was headlined by Armand Van Helden and Purple Disco Machine.
Tips for students
- Bring photo ID. The organisers say you may need to show it on the day.
- Arrive early for the parade if you want a good spot. Crowds build quickly along the route.
- Do not bring glass. Glass bottles are not allowed into the station or onto trains.
- Check your last train before you set off. Late services along the coast are limited.
- Watch for the community ticket release if cost is a concern, as numbers are small and they go quickly.
- If you need access support, contact the Pride Access Team in advance to book viewing areas or a PA ticket.
FAQs
Is Brighton Pride free?
The Community Parade is free to watch. Pride on the Park and the street parties are ticketed.
Have the 2027 dates been confirmed?
Not as of November 2026. Listings suggest late July or early August, but only the official site can confirm.
Which station is best for Pride?
Use Brighton station. In 2026 Preston Park and London Road stations were closed for the Pride weekend.
Is there camping?
An official Pride campsite ran at Waterhall in 2026. Check the official site for 2027 details.
For dates, tickets and travel updates, visit the official website. For more events, see our festival guide.