Join us for Liverpool’s Pride March 2026
SATURDAY 25 JULY 2026 | HOUGHTON STREET & CLAYTON SQUARE
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10:00 AM
Assembly Starts
Arrive early, soak up the atmosphere, and get into position in the Clayton Square assembly areas. -
11:00 AM
Muster & Speeches
Housekeeping and powerful community voices open the event from the St John's Beacon balcony. -
11:30 AM
March Departs
The march forms up and officially begins its route through the city centre. -
12:30 PM
Arrival & Dispersal
The parade reaches Lord Street, where a staggered dispersal begins.
Come together with the community from across the city region and beyond. This year’s march is a walking-only parade—no vehicles or floats are permitted, Placing the focus firmly on our people, our community, and our collective voice.
Getting to the Muster Point
To ensure a smooth flow of traffic and avoid congestion, we strongly advise using these specific routes to reach the Clayton Square assembly area depending on how you travel:
From Lime Street Station / Great Charlotte Street Bus Stops
Head down the Elliot Street ramp/steps, or walk through SJC.
From Liverpool Central Station
Walk straight through the Clayton Square shopping centre.
From Moorfields Station
Head via Stanley Street and Whitechapel, then move up Church Street and Parker Street into Clayton Square.
From Queen Square Bus Station
Walk directly through St John’s Shopping Centre (SJC) and exit via the Elliot Street doors.
From Liverpool ONE Bus Station
Move up Paradise Street, then turn onto Church Street and Parker Street to reach the square.
Note: Security and stewards will be stationed at the junction of Houghton Street and Williamson Square to help direct you smoothly to these assembly pathways.
March Route
We are operating two distinct route options to ensure the march is safe and accessible. Both routes are entirely step-free and utilize existing pedestrian safety infrastructure:
Winds from Clayton Square through Church Street, Williamson Square, and Whitechapel, before entering Liverpool ONE via Peter’s Lane and Wall Street, finishing on Lord Street.
For anyone who might find the crowds, echo, or noise of the lower level of Liverpool ONE overwhelming, this supervised alternative route bypasses that section entirely. It proceeds straight down School Lane to pause and safely rejoin the main parade at the Paradise Street junction.
Pre-Registration is Required: To safely coordinate a crowd of this scale, all participant groups and individuals must be pre-registered to march. Registration is open until Thursday 24th July.
Young people under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the assembly and the march.
Where to go next?
Heading to the Pride Quarter?
- Individuals: We recommend using Dorans Lane, Harrington Street, Rainford Square, or Temple Court.
- Registered Groups: Please head via North John Street through to Victoria Street.
Heading to the Pier Head (LEX)?
- Individuals: We recommend heading down through South John Street / Liverpool ONE.
- Registered Groups: Please follow Lord Street down toward James Street and Mann Island.
Looking for Food & Entertainment?
- The Royal Albert Dock is just a short walk away and an ideal spot to grab a bite, decompress, and enjoy the daytime events they have running. Simply follow the dispersal routes toward the Pier Head or through Liverpool ONE to easily access the waterfront.
Looking for something a bit different?
Date & Time
- Fri 24th July, 15:30 – 18:30
- Fri 24th July, from 6:00 PM
- Fri 24th July, Evening
- Sat 25th July, 6:00 PM – Midnight
- Sat 25th July, 6:00 PM – Late
- Sat 25th July, 9:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Event
- IN Club Pride Social
- VETERANS PRIDE at HMS EAGLET
- Kink Club Night
- Garlands – Fairies Across the Mersey
- Sapphic Social – Pride on the Roof
- Sonic Yootha at Kitchen Street