Newcastle Pride is set to make a spectacular return this summer, announcing its exciting lineup of music, drag, and culture, as it takes over Newcastle City Centre on 19th and 20th July 2025.
Presented in partnership with Newcastle NE1, the festival promises to be bigger and better than the first-ever city-wide takeover in 2024, this year expanding to feature two stages in The Pride Arena with the support of Evnt Inspirations and Life Science Centre, and featuring a star-studded Saturday lineup of entertainment.
Pop sensation Pixie Lott leads the Saturday lineup, following her much-anticipated return to music last year after the release of her fourth album, Encino. Pixie scored a UK Number 1 with her first song Mama Do (Uh Oh, Oh Oh), before going on to release more chart toppers including Boys and Girls, and All About Tonight. Isolation Nation icon, stylist and award-winning national treasure, Gok Wan, will be taking to the main stage with an energetic DJ set that will fill the Pride Arena with the soundtrack to the weekend.
Also joining the lineup will be Drag Race UK finalist and North East favourite Michael Marouli, who has toured the world as both a solo artist and with their drag group, Angels Of The North, selling out in both the UK and Australia. Bringing 90’s Eurodance vibes to the stage will be Italian sensation Livin’ Joy, who released various successful hits during the mid-1990s, including Dreamer, Don't Stop Movin’, Follow the Rules and Where Can I Find Love.
Continuing the feel-good festival, Sunday will celebrate local artists and entertainment from tribute acts including ‘Taylor Swift’, ‘Sabrina Carpenter’, ‘Lady Gaga’, ‘Freddie Mercury’ along with queer art collective, The Future is Queer. The Pride Arena will also feature dazzling performances in the popular Dance and Cabaret tent, as it makes its welcome to return to the festival weekend.
As part of its commitment to supporting grassroots talent, Northern Pride, the charity behind the festival is actively seeking new and emerging local artists and creatives to take part across the entire festival. LGBTQIA+ creatives are encouraged to apply to be part of this unforgettable celebration of culture and community, with opportunities on six stages, from the Main Stage and Dance and Cabaret at the Pride Arena, The Platform Stage at Greys Monument, the Family and Youth Stage in the Theatre Royal and the Curious Arts Stage at Northern Stage. Applications are also open with paid opportunities to deliver workshops, or hands-on experiences across the entire festival.
For more information head to www.northern-pride.com/takepart.
Across the weekend, festival-goers will be able to enjoy cocktails, delicious street food, and exclusive VIP experiences, making it a celebration like no other for the city.
Stephen Patterson, Chief Executive at Newcastle NE1, commented: “We're thrilled to partner with Newcastle Pride once again for 2025 and are excited to unveil such an incredible lineup across the weekend. This year's festival will be the biggest yet and a vibrant celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community in the North East.”
While it's set to bring a party atmosphere, Newcastle Pride remains at its core a celebration of love, equality, and the LGBTQIA+ community – a chance for the community to be unapologetically visible. In addition to the live music and performances, the weekend will feature community and wellbeing zones, the iconic Market Village showcasing LGBTQIA+ businesses and independent creators, and the annual Pride march, bringing thousands together in a powerful display of unity and visibility.
Weekend tickets are now available to purchase from £25.00, or individual Saturday tickets can be secured from £20.00 and Sunday tickets from £7.50.
For full details of the programme and lineup for Newcastle Pride, to buy tickets, and to apply to take part as a local creative or artist, visit www.northern-pride.com.
Early Bird tickets for the Pride Arena are on sale with Saturday tickets from £20, Sunday from £7.50 and full weekend tickets from £25. VIP tickets are also available for those looking to upgrade their experience.
Full details of the programme for Newcastle Pride, the Pride Fringe events and much more, head to www.northern-pride.com and follow Northern Pride on socials to stay up to date with all the latest news.
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