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UK LGBT EVENTS - Leicester Pride 2023
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Leicester Pride 2023

Leicester Pride takes place on Saturday 2nd September 2023 at Victoria Park. Every year, the LGBT community in Leicester comes together to march through the city centre in a vibrant parade that marks the beginning of the festival. The event starts at 12 noon with a parade through the city centre leading to the festival site on Victoria Park. Parade The parade starts at 12 noon and arrives at the park at 1pm. Leicester Pride invite everyone to join us on the parade, although they ask that larger groups register via the website so that we can plan the order and layout. Please note that no glass bottles are allowed on the parade, and much of the route runs through the city's alcohol free zones. Festival The event is free to attend and celebrates equality and diversity in our community. Leicester Pride is a family event with entertainment and attractions suitable for all ages. The main stage features live singers, dance acts and cabaret from across the country, whilst the DJ tent features the best local DJs. Leicester Pride event is attended by more 10,000 people each year, with more than 2,000 taking part in the parade through the city. Leicester Pride event has been running under the current team for 8 years and has grown from a small event based in the city to a full scale festival at Victoria Park.

Address : Victoria Park
LE1 7RY
Leicester
LE1 7RY

Telephone : 0843 289 2840

Website : Click Here

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