PREPARATIONS are well under way for the biggest festival in Derry’s calendar.
The festival, which runs from 20th-28th August, culminates with the annual parade this weekend.
The main parade takes place this Saturday, August 27
It departs from Waterside Train Station in Duke Street at 2 pm and will make its way to the Guildhall Square by its usual route.
The parade will be followed by family friendly entertainment on our Main Stage at The Guildhall Square.
Entertainment will be provided by Encore Contemporary Choir, Susie Blue and Fireworks DDTA.
After the parade is a BBQ and family fun area warehouse No1 Bistro and Cafe, Sandinos Bar and Cafe Soul (£5 entry for Cafe Soul).
JD Samson will also be in town.
For a fantastic set from the leader of MEN and member of Le Tigre come along for the madness that will be the after party after a week of some serious festivities – 8pm The Glassworks – £8 presale / £10 on the door (available at Culturlann Ui Chanain.
Other events taking place as part of Foyle Pride are:
Thursday 25th August:
Overgrow the System – The Rainbow Project secret garden – 12-3pm – FREE ENTRY & PRE-REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL ([email protected])
A Chaotic Embrace – 4.30pm – Warehouse No1 Bistro and Cafe – FREE ENTRY
We Won’t Wait: The fight for marriage equality – 6.30pm @ City Hotel – FREE ENTRY
Friday 26th August:
Back with a bang Football vs Homophobia Foyle Pride – 2pm @ Bishop’s Field – £1 per player (contact [email protected])
Coming from Belfast ‘Lip Sync for your drink’ hosted by Misty Falls – 8.30pm @ Sandinos Back Room – £5 entry
Sunday 28th August:
LGBTQ+ Inclusive Service with the Reverend Chris Hudson & LGBT female choir Northern Lights – 12pm @ Playhouse Derry
Pride BBQ – 3pm @ Café Soul – £3 per burger / hotdog/ veg option
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