Leeds Pride unveils the first wave of acts for 2026 event - including drag icon La Voix
Leeds Pride has announced the first wave of acts performing at the festival’s 20th anniversary event this summer.
For the first time, a two-day celebration will take place on Saturday July 18 and Sunday July 19, with the city set to welcome its biggest Pride crowd in history.
Headlining the main stage will be Strictly Come Dancing Icon and RuPaul’s Drag Race Star La Voix, Charlie XCX tribute performer Rachel Fuller and International Eurodance act Livin Joy.
Joining them will be The Harry Styles Show, UK dance act Sweet Female Attitude. More acts and performers are due to be revealed in the coming months.
The announcement was made at the official Leeds Pride pre-festival campaign launch, held at Crowdedhouse and attended by Emmerdale’s Bradley Riches, sports star Keegan Hirst, representatives from Leeds City Council and supporters of the annual event.
Plans are well underway to make it a weekend to remember with fantastic food and drink and a full weekend of diverse events, including the Leeds Pride Drag Brunch Fest, street parties across the city and the main event, the Pride parade.
Food and drink outlets will also be sharing special discounts and exclusive offers with the Eat Pride, Drink Pride wristbands, which will be available to buy online for £5.
A spokesperson for Leeds Pride said: “Our 20th anniversary is a huge moment for Leeds Pride. We’re planning the biggest and boldest event in our history with more acts, more entertainment and more ways for people to come together and celebrate love, equality and community.
“Leeds Pride is not just a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, it’s a major cultural moment for the whole of Leeds. We can’t wait to welcome record crowds to the city for what promises to be an unforgettable celebration.”
Full details of the lineup, parade route and ticketing information will be announced in the coming weeks. For information on Eat Pride, Drink Pride wristbands, sponsorship opportunities and ways to get involved visit www.leedspride.com.