Your Ultimate Guide to Pride celebrations in Kent - Summer 2025 Edition
Pride season has officially landed, so grab your glitter, fluff up your feathers, and get ready to celebrate the fabulousness of the LGBTQIA+ community all across Kent! From colourful coastal parades to city-centre dance parties, it’s time to show your pride and embrace the joy of being exactly who you are.
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Pride Canterbury - Saturday 7th June 2025
Canterbury kicks off Pride season in style with a city-centre celebration that brings thousands together. Expect a vibrant parade through the High Street, electric performances in Dane John Gardens, and a carnival-like atmosphere all day long.
Faversham Pride - Saturday 16th August 2025
Faversham’s Pride party has a little something for all extravagant Queen’s. Families are invited to a daytime garden party packed with games, activities, and live entertainment, look forward to unforgettable night of drag, DJs, and dancing. A celebration of community, visibility, and joy in the heart of Kent.
Thanet Pride - Ramsgate, 14th June & Margate, 9th August 2025
The Thanet coast will be bursting with colour this summer with not one, but two fabulous Pride parties. Ramsgate Pride hits the scene on 14th June, bringing its signature blend of creativity, community spirit and seaside charm, with live acts and local love taking centre stage.
Then on 9th August, Margate turns up the volume with a full day of parades, rallies, and workshops before taking the party to Dreamland for a show-stopping after-party, featuring DJs, drag royalty and headline acts. It’s a double dose of coastal fabulousness you won’t want to miss.
Medway Pride - Saturday 16th August 2025
Medway Pride is back and bigger than ever, ready to light up Rochester with a celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride, unity, and joy. The day kicks off with a colourful parade through the heart of town before spilling into a full-scale festival set against the historic backdrop of Rochester Castle. With a packed line-up of performances, community stalls, and a lively after-party to keep the good vibes going well into the night, this is set to be Medway’s most dazzling Pride yet.
Ashford Pride - Saturday 21st June 2025
Now in its second year, Ashford Pride is all about community, inclusivity, and celebration. The Bandstand will host a full day of music, drag acts, and performances from local talent, while crafting sessions and a colourful parade add to the festivities. As the day winds down, head to Coachworks for the official after-party, complete with food, drinks and live music.
Travel by Train with Southeastern
Skip the car and travel with ease this summer. Many of Kent’s Pride events are just a short walk from a Southeastern station, and GroupSave tickets make it even more affordable to travel together. Download the Southeastern app to plan your Pride day out and enjoy a stress-free journey from start to finish.
Deal & Dover Pride - 12th July and 23rd August 2025
Deal Pride brings colour to the coast on 12th July, with a parade from Alfred Square to Walmer Green, followed by live music and a vibrant after-party at The Astor Theatre.
Just over a month later, Dover Pride marches through the town centre on 23rd August, uniting the community in a joyful show of support and celebration. Both events promise inclusive entertainment and plenty of reasons to be proud.
Travel by bus with Stagecoach
Travel safely and responsibly to your local Pride events using Stagecoach South East. Keep an eye out for their beautiful and bright Pride buses, supporting our local LGBTQ+ communities.
