On Saturday, 5^th July, Pride in London will be returning to the city. The parade, will unite 35,000 people from LGBTQ+ community groups, charitable and non-profit organisations and supportive businesses to celebrate through the streets of London, taking place from 12:00pm to 18:00pm.

Parade route

Assembling on Park Lane and travelling down Piccadilly, crossing Piccadilly Circus, travelling down Haymarket, turning left towards Trafalgar Square and dispersing on Whitehall Place.

Access an interactive map here.

Road Closures

Roads across the Pride in London event footprint will be closed off, affecting vehicular access for businesses and residents. Normal deliveries and waste collections may be disrupted on the day. Find out which roads are affected by the interactive map here.

Leicester Square Gardens
• Friday 4 July – East side of the Gardens will be closed from 08:00 to 20:00
• Saturday 5 July – Gardens will be open to the public as part of the event, from noon to 20:00
• Sunday 6 July – Gardens reopen as normal from 10:00

Soho Square Gardens
• Friday 4 July – Gardens will be closed to allow for the event build
• Saturday 5 July – Gardens will be open to the public as part of the event, from noon to 20:00
• Sunday 6 July – Reopen as normal from 10:00

Golden Square Gardens
• Friday 4 July – Gardens will be closed to allow for the event build
• Saturday 5 July – Gardens will be open to the public as part of the event, from noon to 20:00
• Sunday 6 July – Gardens reopen as normal from 10:00

St Anne’s Church Garden
• Saturday 5th July – Gardens will be closed to the public
• Sunday 6th July – Gardens reopen as normal from 10:00

Sustainability Commitment
Pride in London is dedicated to reducing their environmental impact. Their Sustainability Team is actively working to make the event as eco-friendly as possible. Members and attendees are advice to help minimise waste on Parade Day by:

💧Providing Free Tap Water – Allow attendees to refill their water bottles to reduce plastic waste.
🗑️ Offering Recycling Facilities – Ensure proper waste disposal by providing clearly marked recycling bins.
♻️ Using Reusable Cups – Opt for reusable plastic glasses instead of single-use alternatives.
⛔️ Avoiding Single-Use Giveaways – Refrain from distributing stickers, plastic freebies, and other disposable items.

If you would like to collaborate with the pride team on eco-friendly initiatives, please contact our Sustainability Team at sustainability@prideinlondon.org

Commercial Waste
Businesses must ensure that commercial waste is not placed out on the streets during event times and must make arrangements for these to be made either on the previous/following day. See the Business Information Pack here.

For further information, please contact RBL@PrideInLondon.org.

• Get Involved:
  – Show your support – Install a window display to highlight your commitment to the LGBTQ+ community.
  – Encourage volunteering – If your staff aren’t working on the day, encourage them to volunteer! Over 1,000 volunteers support Pride in London each year.
  – Host LGBTQ+ community events – Offer space for LGBTQ+ non-profit organisations to host community events leading up to Pride Day.
  – Make a donation – Directly support Pride in London by making a contribution.
  – Join the Pint of Pride fundraising initiative, by selling an ‘invisible’ pint and raising vital funds
  – Join the Pride Safe Spaces Scheme – For £1,000 + VAT, your business can be listed in our Pride in London Safe Spaces directory, receive inclusivity training for staff, a window decal, and an online listing. Contact sponsor@prideinlondon.org for details.
  – Support pride volunteers – Provide on-the-day volunteers with access to your bathrooms, a free meal, a drink, or a discount on food as a token of appreciation.
  – Become a sponsor or partner – Sponsoring Pride in London is a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse community and allies, boosting your brand visibility and impact. Email sponsor@prideinlondon.org to explore opportunities.
  – Create a special product or service – Design an LGBTQ+ themed cocktail, menu item, or product, with proceeds benefiting Pride in London’s Unity Fund or other LGBTQ+ non-profits.
  – Fundraise for Pride – Place fundraising collection tins in safe but high-traffic areas to support the event.
  – Get in touch – For more information or to offer support, email rbl@prideinlondon.org. London’s West End this Pride season.