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Portsmouth Pride returns to Southsea Common for a celebration of acceptance and inclusivity.

2024 will see a host of top acts perform on Southsea Common, such as Drag Race UK series 5 sensation Vicki Vivacious, Amelle, (formerly of the Sugababes), The Cheeky Girls, Lolly, Dupa Lipa, and many more!

The event is free to attend but tickets to the VIP area are available in advance through Eventbrite.

Portsmouth Pride is comprised of a group of local LGBT people, who have got together to create a pride event for the city. They welcome anyone who wants to be involved in this celebration to get in touch. They've created a committee, and are working with Portsmouth City Council and many local businesses and organisations to put the show on the road.

What's more, Portsmouth has been chosen as the national host of Pride 2025. The aim of Pride is to raise awareness through entertainment - don't miss it!

Road Closure information

Please note there will be some road closures on Saturday 6 July for the event. These are expected to be in place from 10.45am to 1.30pm but roads can only be re-opened once it is deemed safe to do so.

The closures will cover:

Southsea Esplanade - between its junction with Canoe Lake Car Park Entrance and The Ocean at the End of the Lane.

South Parade - between its junction with Southsea Esplanade and The Dell and Clarence Esplanade.

Clarence Esplanade - between its junction with The Dell and Jack Cockerill Way; its junction with Jack Cockerill Way and Avenue de Caen; its junction with Avenue De Caen and Serpentine Way; and its junction with Serpentine Way and Clarence Pier Road (Eastbound carriageway).

Traffic will follow the parade. Vehicles will be diverted from St Georges Road along Eastern Parade, St Helens Parade, Granada Road, Burgoyne Road, South Parade, Clarence Parade, Duisburg Way and Pier Road.

Pedestrian and cycle access will be maintained/diverted around the event.

Cycles are to follow the vehicle diversion or dismount and follow pedestrian diversion around the event.