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Saturday, July 31, 2027
Custom House Square
Custom House Square, Belfast BT1 3ETThe free Belfast Pride Parade. In 2026 the build-up began at Custom House Square from 11:30am and the parade set off at 1pm sharp, on a flat route of a little over 2km through the Cathedral Quarter, Royal Avenue, Donegall Place and Victoria Street. Individuals can join without registering, while groups apply in advance. The 2027 dates have not been announced yet: this follows the 2026 event on Saturday 25 July and will be updated when the organisers confirm them.
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Fri, Jul 23 – Sun, Aug 1
12 PM - 10 PM
Belfast city centre
Belfast Pride 2027 is expected in late July. How 2026 ran: the free parade from Custom House Square, Party in the Square, Pride Village and the gay bars.
Sat, Jul 31
12 PM - 6:30 PM
Custom House Square
Belfast Pride's free party at Custom House Square. In 2026 it ran from 12pm to 6:30pm with local drag, tribute acts, DJ Micky Modelle and a licensed bar.
Sat, Jul 31
12 PM - 3 PM
Donegall Quay
The free Pride Village at Donegall Quay. In 2026 it opened from 12pm beside the Big Fish, with stalls, children's entertainment and a quiet space.
Sat, Jul 31
9:30 PM - 3 AM
The Telegraph Building
The official Belfast Pride after party. In 2026 Taboo ran it from 9:30pm to 3am at the Telegraph Building, across two rooms. Ticketed; 2027 not yet announced.
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