Brighton Pride Expected to Draw 300,000, Boost Economy by £30m

Brighton & Hove Pride 2025 is set to attract around 300,000 visitors for a weekend of events including the community parade, Pride on the Park, and the Pride Street Party, with headline performances by Mariah Carey and the Sugababes. The community parade, themed 'Ravishing Rage,' will feature local LGBTQ+ groups, including a float focused on trans pride by the Brighton Gay Men's Chorus. The Pride on the Park event, supported by Hayu, features over 150 LGBTQ+ artists and multiple entertainment zones, while the Pride Street Party has moved to Marine Parade with various stages and acts. The celebrations are expected to generate a £30 million boost to the local economy, benefiting hotels, bars, and clubs, particularly in areas like Kemp Town and St James's Street. Organizers and local business owners emphasize the event's importance for community visibility and support, highlighting Pride as both a celebration of queer joy and activism. Brighton Pride has raised over £1.4 million for the Pride Community Foundation, underscoring its ongoing impact on the LGBTQ+ community.