Pride Cymru 2023: Everything You Need to Know
What better place to celebrate love than Cardiff Castle, one of the most iconic landmarks in Wales? In 2023, the centuries-old stronghold will host Pride Cymru, the country’s biggest and most anticipated annual LGBTQ+ event. Thousands of people from around the world will come together to celebrate diversity, equality and above all, love.
No matter what your gender, sexual orientation, race, social background, sex or age, Pride Cymru offers a warm welcome to people from all walks of life. Everyone is equal at Pride Cymru and the event aims to create a safe, judgment-free space for all.
Planning to attend Pride Cymru? Read on for our all-bases-covered guide to the rainbow-strewn LGBTQ+ event.
Entertainment for all at Pride Cymru
From diamante-spangled drag queens and sultry cabaret acts to electrifying tribute acts and famous comedians, Pride Cymru promises entertainment for all. Acts grace three stages and range from household names to homegrown local talent.
Planning to attend Pride Cymru with younger kids? The event offers dedicated youth and family areas where you can enjoy interactive activities and wholesome entertainment.
When is Pride Cymru 2023?
Pride Cymru 2023 will take place on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th June.
Tickets for Pride Cymru
Like previous years, tickets for Pride Cymru feature a tiered pricing system. They’re sold by day (Saturday or Sunday) and start at £5.60 for kids, £16.80 for adults and £50.40 for VIP access.
Food at Pride Cymru
Food is more than just fuel at Pride Cymru. The event brings together the very best in Cardiff food stalls and trucks. Enjoy everything from Welsh classics to global cuisine.
March in the Pride Cymru Parade
The sequin-studded Pride Cymru Parade will take place on Saturday 17th June. It all started back in 1985, when a few hundred members of the LGBTQ+ community threw together a lowkey march. Since then, the parade has mushroomed and become one of the biggest events on the global LGBTQ+ calendar.
Purchase a Saturday ticket to watch the parade or even better, follow the link on the Pride Cymru website to find out more about how to join the parade.
Join the Pride Cymru Market
From tongue-in-cheek LGBTQ+ merch to handmade arts, crafts and jewellery, the Pride Cymru Market is a highlight of the event. Want to join the market? Follow the link on the website to book your stall or find out more about the limited number of stalls offered to charities, community groups and grassroots organisations.
Volunteer at Pride Cymru
Volunteers are the heart and soul of Pride Cymru. It’s a fantastic way to give back to the LGBTQ+ community and be a part of something amazing. Not to mention learn new skills, boost your confidence and meet likeminded locals.
Want to volunteer at Pride Cymru? Follow the links on the website or contact the team via volunteers@pridecymru.com to express your interest and find out more. You’ll need to attend a handful of training and information sessions before the big weekend.
Accessibility at Pride Cymru
Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of Pride Cymru. So, it’s no surprise the festival has earned GOLD status from disabled advocacy group, Attitude is Everything. Organisers have worked closely with the group to ensure Pride Cymru is an accessible-friendly event.
Be sure to select the accessibility option when purchasing your ticket and don’t hesitate to contact helen@pridecymru.com to find out more.
Become a Pride Cymru sponsor
Pride Cymru simply wouldn’t be possible without the support of sponsors. Organisers rely on generous businesses, organisations and individuals to bring the festival to life and continue to connect LGBTQ+ communities across Wales, and around the world.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Follow the links on the website to find out more or get in touch with dee@pridecymru.com to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
Get up to speed at LGBTQ+ workshops and training sessions
Pride Cymru is dedicated to quashing prejudice and discrimination towards the LGBTQ+ community. A big part of this is education. In the lead up to Pride Cymru, organisers are offering a series of LGBTQ+ workshops and training sessions designed to inform and educate organisations of all shapes and sizes. The goal is to help build workplaces that are inclusive and supportive.
Themes include allyship training to help participants understand the unique experiences, barriers and challenges faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community, and how to step up as a genuine supporter. Myth busting training sessions cover a wide range of topics and encourage participants to question their ingrained biases and challenge stereotypes. You’ll also see workshops spotlighting diversity, trans awareness and how to use pronouns and other LGBTQ+ terminology.
Fill out the contact form on the website to find out more!
Find your safe space at Pride Cymru
Inclusivity is a cornerstone of Pride Cymru. The event was founded to support the LGBTQ+ community in all its forms. Gay, lesbian, bisexual, intersex, questioning, trans, fluid or just downright fabulous. Literally everyone is welcome at Pride Cymru, so long as you share the event’s core values of diversity, equality and love for all.
There’s a zero tolerance policy for abuse and hateful language. Pride Cymru is all about creating safe spaces for members of the LGBTQ+ community and their supporters. At its heart, Pride Cymru is a celebration of love. Bring your heart-shaped glasses and you’ll fit right in!
