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UK LGBT EVENTS MAY 2026

Events Calendar: Our monthly LGBT guide & listings of What's On & Where to Go !! - UK LGBT social, sporting, networking & business events available to view on line by Members/Visitors also emailed to our Members/Subscribers.

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In 2025 we listed 418 Events which are available to view in the Archive

MAY 2026 - 35 events (2026 - 232 events listed)
01 - 31
Sabrage @ Lafayette London (until Sep 2026)
Dive into the hedonistic world of Sabrage Where the sleek and sophisticated mingle with bubble-laced hedonists. The world premire of Sabrage is set to create a frisson of seduction in...
01 - 31
The Devil Wears Prada Musical @ Dominion Theatre (until 2027)
Gird your loins! THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA is absolutely fabulous! (The Standard). Featuring irresistible songs (The Standard) by Elton John and a terrific (Time Out) performance from VANESSA WILLIAMS in...
05 - 06
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo @ Sadlers Wells Theatre In Angel
For almost 50 years, the all-male comedy ballet company Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo (affectionately known as the Trocks) have been delighting audiences of all ages at sell-out performances...
06 - 31
Derrire on a G String @ Kings Head Theatre (until 07 June)
Derrire on a G String is a riotous new comedy that turns the world gloriously upside down. Set to some of the most famous pieces ever written, this fast-paced show...
09 - 09
Exeter Pride 2026
Exeter Pride is one of the South Wests biggest free Pride events, featuring a rainbow flag march through Exeter plus community stalls, activities and entertainment....
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Even Stephens: A Night of Sondheim & Schwartz with Rob Houchen @ The Other Palace
From shows such as Into The Woods, Merrily We Roll Along, and Sunday in the Park with George to ones like Pippin, Wicked & The Hunchback of Notre Dame, we...
12 - 16
Still Pointless BalletBoyz at 25 @ Sadlers Wells in Angel
Celebrating 25 years. This is the best of BalletBoyz. With their signature irreverence and discerning eye for beautiful dance, BalletBoyz return in 2026 with their brand-new production Still Pointless, marking...
12 - 30
YAMATO The Drummers of Japan Hito no Chikara The Power of Human Strength @ Peacock Theatre
Feel the power of YAMATO The Drummers of Japan. In May 2026, the thunder returns. After electrifying London audiences in 2019 and again in 2024 with Wings of the Phoenix...
16 - 16
Swansea Pride 2026
Swansea Pride 2026 includes the Pride March and Parade starting at 11:00 from Wind Street and the Pride Festival at the Swansea Guildhall from 12:00 to 19:00. Free entry....
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Cheltenham Pride 2026
Pride in Cheltenham takes place from 16 to 17 May 2026. Pride march starts 11:15 outside John Lewis, 123 High Street. Festival runs 12:00-18:00 in the Imperial Gardens. Theme, dog...
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  • 01 May – Enoé Uranga (1963–), Mexican politician
  • 02 May – Lesley Gore (1946–2015), American pop singer
  • 03 May – Sandi Toksvig (1958–), Danish-British comedienne & TV personality
  • 04 May – Keith Haring (1958–1990), American artist
  • 05 May – Del Martin (1921–2008), American feminist & gay rights activist
  • 07 May – Angélica Lozano Correa (1975–), Colombian lawyer, politician & LGBT rights activist
  • 08 May – Jessica Platt (1989–), Canadian professional hockey player
  • 09 May – Wendy Crewson (1956–), Canadian actress & producer
  • 09 May – Marieke Wijsman (1975–), Dutch Olympic speed skater
  • 11 May – Eleanor Butler (1739–1829), Irish aristocrat & socialite
  • 12 May – Margaret Cuthbert (1887–1968), Canadian-American radio broadcaster & NBC producer
  • 15 May – Stella Maxwell (1990–), Belgian-New Zealander fashion model
  • 15 May – Lady Mary Wortley Montagu (1689–1762), English aristocrat & writer
  • 16 May – Adrienne Rich (1929–2012), American poet, essayist & feminist
  • 17 May – Annise Parker (1956–), American politician and Mayor of Houston
  • 18 May – Miriam Margolyes (1941–), English-Australian actress & voice artist
  • 18 May – Felicia Pearson (1980–), American actress, author & rapper
  • 21 May – Anika Moa (1980–), New Zealander singer-songwriter
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  • 23 May – Lotte Hahm (1890–1967), German activist for lesbian & transgender movement
  • 23 May – Lea DeLaria (1958–), American comedian, actress & jazz musician
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