The highly anticipated Preston Pride 2026 arrived in the city centre today.
Now in its 13th year, the event saw hundreds of people gather to celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities with live music, guest appearances, and a variety of information stands and stalls.
Sponsored by Preston City Council & SP Electricity NW, the day began with a Preston Pride march which started from outside Fishergate Shopping Centre on Fishergate at 10:30am.
The main celebrations were then held on the Flag Market from 11am.
Kicking off the celebrations, Preston’s town crier John Spencer-Barnes said: “In a few moments it will be my grest pleasure, as one of the only gay town criers int he United Kingdom, to welcome you to Preston Pride 2026. Much love to my husband David, who is standing there.”
Another speaker added: “Your energy, your colours, your joy and our solidarity are what makes Preston Pride so special”.
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