Hastings Pride is celebrating its milestone 10th anniversary on Sunday, 30 August 2026, with a vibrant, colourful day of entertainment designed to foster community, equality, and inclusion.
Organised as a free-entry event by Hastings Pride CIC, the festival relies on community donations to stay accessible to all. The event begins with a spectacular public procession before moving to a dedicated festival grounds area for an afternoon of live music and performance.
Event Schedule & Locations
- 10:00 AM — Parade Assembly: The colorful procession forms up at the Stade Open Space in Hastings Old Town.
- 11:00 AM — Pride March: The parade sets off along the seafront, moving through the town centre.
- 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM — Main Festival: Events transfer to The Oval recreation ground, which opens its gates at 11:40 AM for stalls, food vendors, and main stage performances.
Main Stage Lineup & Times
The entertainment programme is hosted throughout the day by Nikki Bockerglory and features a diverse mix of drag, pop, and local bands:
- 12:20 PM: The Coverups
- 1:05 PM: Drag With No Name
- 1:45 PM: Sam Solace
- 2:20 PM: Cocktail Choir
- 2:45 PM: Norma Night
- 3:00 PM: Step Into Elton
- 4:05 PM: Ophelia Payne
- 4:35 PM: Miles Elliot
- 5:05 PM: Persephone
- 5:30 PM: The Fabulous Red Diesel
- 6:10 PM: Doctor Woof
- 6:40 PM: Mama Tasty
- 7:10 PM: The Honeyz (90s R&B headliners)
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