Blackpool Pride 2027: Dates, Parade & Gay Hotels

Next Blackpool PrideJune 2027Dates TBA

Lord Street Pride street partyFree, in the Rainbow QuarterPhotos, what happened in 2026 and the bars and hotels right on the street.

Crowds fill the Promenade for Blackpool Pride

Pride flags flying below Blackpool Tower

The 20th anniversary programme: 5 to 7 June 2026

Pride weekend turns the Rainbow Quarter into one big party, and rooms go quickly. Here is what we know, and what we do not yet.

Blackpool Pride 2026: the 20th anniversary

Blackpool Pride marked its 20th anniversary in 2026 with a three-day festival from 5 to 7 June, themed One Love, One Pride. The festival was based around the Blackpool Tower festival headland. Headline acts were Heather Small, 911 and the Cheeky Girls.

When is Blackpool Pride 2027?

We could not find announced dates for 2027 when we last checked, on 22 October 2026, so we are not guessing. The festival has been held in early June, so expect a similar slot. Check the official site at blackpoolpride.org for confirmed dates, and we will update this page.

The parade

In 2026 the parade set off at 11am on Saturday 6 June from the Sandcastle Waterpark and marched along the Promenade to North Pier. The Prom was closed to traffic from 9:30am to 12pm between Burlington Road West and Springfield Road. Route details can change from year to year, so check the official programme.

The Rainbow Quarter street party

Over two days, a free street party ran along Lord Street during the 2026 weekend, between Springfield Road and Cocker Street, organised with Blackpool Rainbow Alliance CIC and more than 20 local businesses. Gates opened at 12pm, with DJs from 1pm and live entertainment from 5pm on both days. Entry was one-in-one-out when it reached capacity, so arrive early to guarantee a good spot.

How to book your room early

Decide whether you want a hotel with a bar, a guest house or a men-only stay. See Pride weekend hotels.
Choose somewhere near Lord Street so the street party and the parade are minutes away. The full stays list has locations.
Contact the hotel directly as soon as dates are announced and ask about minimum stays.
Check cancellation terms before paying.

What else is on around Pride?

Many venues put on extra shows and parties across the weekend, so it is worth looking at both the what's on guide and nightlife near your hotel before you arrive. Funny Girls, on Dickson Road, plus the bars along Queen Street are all within a short walk of Lord Street.

Check each venue for listed hours and ticket details, since they are often different on Pride weekend.

Do I need to book a hotel for Pride weekend?

Yes, and as soon as you can. Pride is the busiest weekend of the LGBTQ+ calendar in the resort, and the places closest to Lord Street are the first to go. Booking early gives you the widest choice, from men-only hotels to gay-owned guest houses.

Tips for a smooth weekend

Arrive early on the day if you want to get into the street party, because entry was one-in-one-out when full.
Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be on your feet and walking the Prom.
Take water, sun cream or a coat, depending on the forecast.
Agree a meeting point with your group in case you get separated.
Keep your hotel name and address saved on your phone.

Staying safe and getting around

Weekends are busy, and transport can differ from normal timetables, so check on the day. Read our safety guide for hate crime reporting and practical tips, and see what is on for shows around Pride. For history and support services, try rainbowquarter.co.uk.

Lord Street street party

Lord Street Pride street partyFree, in the Rainbow QuarterPhotos, what happened in 2026 and the bars and hotels right on the street.Spot the symbolsA short history of Pride signsThe rainbow flag, the pink triangle, the green carnation and more, hidden in our Prom scene.

Every LGBTQ+ hotel and guest house (18)

Every bar, club and sauna (20)

Funny GirlsDrag cabaret show barFunny Girls is Blackpool's flagship drag cabaret, and the easiest way to anchor a whole evening, with several hotels a short stroll from the door.OscarsLate lounge barOscars is where the Funny Girls audience drifts once the curtain drops: a late lounge with karaoke and live music, handy if your hotel is close.The Flying HandbagLGBTQ+ bar and clubThe Flying Handbag is the all-day, all-week bar at the heart of Queen Street, which makes it a natural anchor for a weekend with a hotel close by.GarlandsDrag barGarlands is the budget-friendly drag stop near Blackpool North station, with no cover charge and queens performing from the middle of the afternoon, daily.Peek-a-BoozeCabaret bar and hotelPeek-a-Booze is a cabaret bar on Dickson Road with adults-only budget rooms above it, so your stay can sit directly on top of your night out.Mardi GrasPublic bar and hotelMardi Gras packs a cabaret room, a main bar and a quiet lounge under one roof on Lord Street, with rooms upstairs if you want to stay put.Man Bar and Growlr ClubLGBTQ+ bar and men-only cruise clubMan Bar is a no-nonsense weekend bar on Dickson Road, with a men-only club above it that leans towards the bear community.Gin & Bear ItGin loungeGin & Bear It is the slow-down option beside Man Bar, a snug gin lounge on Springfield Road that works as a relaxed start to your night.Trades Hotel and BarMen-only bar and hotelTrades is a men-only hotel with its own bar on Lord Street, so you can book a room and have a drink downstairs without leaving the building.Neon Bar and Hotel NeonCocktail bar and adults-only hotelNeon is a smart little cocktail bar connected to an adults-only hotel, and it makes a good first stop before Lord Street picks up speed.Rendezvous Bar and RoomsBar with roomsRendezvous is a compact afternoon-and-early-evening bar on Lord Street, ideal if you want a relaxed start and a bedroom just upstairs.McGraths Bar and HotelBar, cabaret and guest houseMcGraths is a lively Lord Street bar with an adults-only guest house above, and entertainment on most evenings, Sundays included.Evanescent Bar and RoomsBar with roomsEvanescent is a laid-back little bar with budget bedrooms on Cocker Street, used by many as a warm-up before the bigger venues.ChurchillsLGBTQ+ friendly pubChurchills is an easygoing town-centre pub that opens early, a good daytime pint before the Rainbow Quarter wakes up.The Blackpool NorthLGBTQ+ friendly public bar and grillThe Blackpool North is a welcoming bar and grill on the Lord Street and Banks Street corner, a handy first or last stop if you arrive by train.The Dame LaneB&B with a barAt the quiet north end of the quarter, The Dame Lane combines bed and breakfast with a bar of its own, and it welcomes dogs and families.Lu-Lu's Cabaret LoungeCabaret bar and hotelLu-Lu's is a friendly weekend cabaret bar at the north end of Dickson Road, with a quieter lounge beside it and about 26 rooms above.Acqua SaunaMen's sauna for menAcqua is a men-only sauna a couple of minutes from Blackpool North station, convenient if your hotel is on the Dickson Road side of town.W3 ComplexMen's sauna for menW3 is a men-only sauna just south-east of the station, with an outdoor hot tub, a terrace and weekly theme nights.Antinous Lounge & BistroLounge and bistroAntinous is a relaxed LGBTQ+ friendly lounge and bistro near North Pier, a quieter choice for food and a chat before the late bars warm up.