Brighton Pride is back – bigger, fiercer, and louder than ever. As the LGBTQ+ capital of the UK, we take Pride very seriously. And lest we forget, Pride is a protest!
Brighton Pride 2025 is set to bring a tidal wave of colour, energy, and people to the city as a weekend of ravishing rage takes place. So, whether you’re a local or just popping down for the weekend, we’ve put together our top list of events taking place here at Komedia during the 2025 Pride festivities.
But before we get to the celebrations, let’s take a look at why Pride is still such a big deal.
Why Brighton Pride
There are many, many Prides taking place all throughout the country, which is something that could only be dreamed of in the not-so-distant past (being gay was a crime in the UK until 1967).
What started with the Stonewall riots in 1960s New York, turned into worldwide marches speaking up for LGBTQIA+ rights, and has ended up becoming one of the biggest global events.
Over the years, Pride has pushed the achievements and culture of queer people into the mainstream. With LGBTQIA+ rights under attack, however, it’s more important than ever to remember that Pride is a fight for the right to legal recognition, marriage equality, healthcare access, and the ability to live an authentic life free from discrimination.
Pride in Brighton is so huge because our city is home to the largest population of LGBTQIA+ people in England & Wales!
Without further ado, let’s dig in to what we’ve got going on this Brighton Pride weekend.
The fantastically mysterious master of cabaret, Joe Black, is taking over the stage to kick off our Pride weekend in style. For one night – and one night only –Friday’s Komedia Comedy Club will turn into Komedia Kabarett Club!
Hosted by Joe Black himself, the line-up consist of international stars in drag, clowning, burlesque and more. You won’t want to miss this deviant celebration!
It’s the perfect start to a weekend of Brighton Pride, taking place on Friday 1 August. Grab your tickets now!
p.s. Joe Black also hosts Kleines Kabarett here at Komedia – take a gander at the upcoming Halloween special.
A Tribute to Sophie 2.0 Pride Party!!!
This queer club night is all about honouring Sophie with a night of otherworldly synths and unreleased tracks and collaborations. Presented by SWEAT, Brighton’s very own queer hyperpop party, expect tunes from DJ Bigbush and Plastic plus special guests DJ Girlfag and DJ P!$$.
All proceeds from the event on Friday 1 August go to fiveforfive, a transfem mutual aid fund, and Medical Aid for Palestinians.
Gal Pals: Brighton Pride (club night)
Having recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary, Gal Pals is the dance party for queer women, trans, and non-binary people. Playing nothing but bangers from female and queer artists in pop, hip-hop and RnB, this is a Brighton Pride club night not to be missed!
Gal Pals is a space to be yourself without fear of judgement and embrace queer joy as a form of resistance. Their Pride events are extremely popular, so get your ticket for Saturday 2 August in advance for only £8.50.
Special Mentions
Down the Hatch Comedy Club
Down the Hatch is our monthly queer & alternative comedy night which takes place every 1st Sunday of the month. That’s right, we’re not just constrained to Pride weekend! To give our fabulous queer comedians and audiences a chance to join in the Brighton Pride celebrations, we’re taking in a break in August. But if you’re looking for a night of LGBTQIA+ comedy throughout the year… You now know where to find us!
With headliners including Jen Brister, Rosie Jones, and Jodie Mitchell, and tickets from only £6, Down the Hatch is a must for any comedy fan in Brighton and beyond.
Brighton Pride
It’s not just Komedia that has tonnes going on during Brighton Pride 2025. The whole city will be positively booming with activity, from the Pride Community Parade to Pride on the Park and the Pride Street Party on both Saturday 2 & Sunday 3 August. So, after you’ve finished watching some of our amazing shows, there are plenty of places to go next.
Brighton, are you ready to protest and party?
