Manchester Pride Events

Pride Games 4th — 12th June, various venues There's still time to participate! The UK's leading gay sports festival brings a variety of international tournaments to Manchester including football, badminton, women's swimming, women's basketball, 10k run and many more to participate in or cheer on the fittest gay athletes in Europe! FIND OUT MORE   Queer to Stay: 21 years of Manchester Pride Exhibition 4th June — 16th October, The Lowry, FREE An intriguing collection of footage, photography, memorabilia and stories paying tribute to Manchester's most loved gay festival, from its humble beginnings as a bring and buy sale outside the Rembrandt pub to an award winning international event. MORE INFORMATION   Manchester Skins Weekend 24th — 26th June, Manchester Gay Village For skinheads and their fans, this annual weekend celebrates all things bleachers, Doc Martins and stomping! A number of bars in Manchester's gay village are hosting events over the weekend including The Eagle and Rem Bar, so be sure to join us! MORE INFORMATION   Sparkle 8th — 10th July, Manchester Gay Village For the seventh year, the biggest celebration of transgender and transsexual diversity in Europe sees an entire weekend full of fun, workshops, events and celebration of TG talent, culminating in the Tranny of the Year contest and not forgetting the annual Sparkle Ball. MORE INFORMATION

Manchester Pride 2011 early bird tickets now on sale! 19th — 29th August The best annual UK Pride event turns 21 this year! With a 'Best of British' birthday theme, £15 Early Bird tickets are now on sale until 30th June. Grab yours for the biggest and best Pride yet! MORE INFORMATION   Over the Rainbow Walking Tour Guided by a local expert, journey through Manchester's gay past, following the rainbow mosaics in the city's pavements dotted around key sites of gay significance dating back to the 19th Century MORE INFORMATION PLAN YOUR PRIDE PACKAGE ABode This fabulous four star city centre hotel is offering 10% off their best available rooms. The hotel boasts the delicious fine dining Micheal Caines Restaurant too, so why not take advantage of this exclusive offer now, you won't be disappointed. MORE INFORMATION Radisson Edwardian For five star luxury, the Radisson Edwardian offers sumptuous surroundings in a great location. Their beautiful Sienna spa is bliss, perfect for post—pride pampering. MORE INFORMATION Britannia Manchester Just meters away from the hustle and bustle of the gay village, this grade II listed building offers unbeatable room rates and a great location with a choice of restaurants, cafes and bars on site to choose from. MORE INFORMATION