Founded back in 1991, the 2024 instalment of Belfast’s Pride celebration promises to be the biggest one yet and there is lots happening around the capital between July 16-28.
With over 150 events happening in the space of the 10-day extravaganza, it can be overwhelming working out how to best divide your time between the brilliant feats taking place.
This year’s theme is Love Your Mind, with mental health being at the forefront of Belfast Pride 2024 in many ways, including through dedicated information stalls at a variety of the planned dates.
Bring your brightest coloured clothes, pack as many flags as you can and embrace your individuality in arguably the most welcoming environment you’ll ever experience.
Here are 40 of the best Pride events you can attend in Belfast this July:
9. Queer History Zine Workshop - The MAC: July 20, 2pm
Artist Kit Rees will take attendees through past examples of queer Zines, the impact they had and queer history in general throughout this explorative step back through time.The Queer History Zine Workshop even offers the chance to create your own zine to showcase your identity through design and the written word.For more information, go to themaclive.com/queer-history-zine-workshop Photo: unsplash
10. Annual Pride Service - All Souls Church: July 21, 3pm
All Souls Church hosts their Annual Pride Service as a space for praise, communion and reflection upon Belfast Pride and the wider community.The inclusive opportunity is led by Rev Alister Bell and Mr Alan Kirk, with refreshments, music from Quire and speeches set to take place.For more information, go to facebook.com/allsoulsbelfast Photo: unsplash
11. Welcome To The Gaybourhood - Happy Out Coffee: July 22, 3pm-5.30pm
Welcome To The Gaybourhood is an opportunity for queer folk to discuss the coming year’s plans and speak openly without fear of being judged.One of Belfast’s newest cafes, Happy Out Coffee is an LGBTQIA+ owned, wheelchair friendly spot, ensuring that no one feels excluded from this event, and a variety of food and drink options will be available on the day.For more information, go to facebook.com/Happy-Out-Coffee Photo: unsplash
12. Faerie Press Networking Event - The Black Box (Green Room): July 22, 7.30pm
Open to anyone aged over 16, the Faerie Press Networking Event has been created by Ireland’s first children’s publishing house to meet queer artists, writers, illustrators and story-tellers.Perfect for anyone looking to get involved in the industry, this open call could kickstart a new career, all thanks to Pride.For more information, contact [email protected] Photo: unsplash