Birmingham Pride 2022: when is LGBTQ+ festival, where is celebration - and other events in the city

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The Birmingham Pride event is one of the biggest in the UK, and the 2022 edition looks set to keep this reputation going.

With a huge range of acts and musicians performing across several stages in the city, the weekend is sure to be one to remember.

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Here’s all you need to know about the event, including ticket information and what you can expect.

We also take a look at some of the other pride events taking place in Birmingham this year.

When is Birmingham Pride 2022?

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Pride in Birmingham takes place at locations around the city on 24 and 25 September 2022. It will be focused around Smithfields, a 12 acre site which will accommodate the expected 20,000 attendees to this year’s festival.

Which stages are at Birmingham Pride 2022?

The acts will be taking to stages across the festival grounds.

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Here is a snippet of what to expect on each stage according to the Birmingham Pride organisers.

Main Stage

The famous Birmingham Pride main stage returns with added runway, increased VIP area, larger screens for better visibility and of course an amazing lineup of international, national and local recording artists.

Dance Arena

The Birmingham Pride Dance Arena is iconic and for the first time ever, this year will see the Dance Arena housed within a famous circus BIG TOP providing extra space and additional capacity!

Cabaret Stage

The legendary Birmingham Pride Cabaret Marquee is back again this year, showcasing some of the best Drag talent in the UK along with your favourite cabaret performers!

Can I get tickets for Pride 2022?

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Tickets remain on sale for Birmingham Pride 2022, including day and weekend tickets.

Early Bird tickets are available for both Saturday and Sunday for £46.75, with VIP tickets also still available for both days.

Weekend tickets are £67.65 for Early Bird, £94.05 for Circle Weekend and £141.35 for VIP.

For the full range of ticket options, visit the ticket page of the Birmingham Pride website.

What is Birmingham Pride?

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The Birmingham Pride event has been a staple of the social calendar in Birmingham since its first show in 1997.

A spokesperson for the event said: Birmingham Pride weekend is the climax of year round activity, where we all come together to celebrate LGBTQ+ achievement, life and love.

“A ‘safe space’ where our community can be who they want to be without fear or prejudice.

“Birmingham Pride has supported numerous LGBTQ+ community groups, charities and events since 2014, raising funds for much needed services within our community.

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“It has awarded in excess of £353,000 and provided additional, accessible subsidies in excess of £190,000.”

Are there other Pride events taking place in 2022?

The Birmingham Pride weekend is the final event of the year, with others planned for earlier in the calendar.

One of these events is the No Outsiders Family Festival which took place at the back end of May.

There is also a free event which is due to be held on Friday 23 August on the site of the Pride weekend.

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This will include speakers, live music, street food and much more.

To keep up to date with the latest news about both the free event and the Birmingham Pride weekend, visit the official website and Twitter page.

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