Manchester Village Pride LIVE as parade-goers brave the rain for colourful celebration

What's OnWhat's On NewsManchester PrideLIVEUpdated 3 mins agoThere's a 'No Place Like Home' theme this time roundThe Manchester Village Pride will take place through the city centre this Saturday(Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News)Updated 12:41, 29 Aug 2026Manchester Village Pride will see an abundance of colour, joy and celebration as its annual parade takes to the streets of the city centre today.This year's LGBTQ+ event was created following the voluntary liqudation of the company behind Manchester Pride last year. As a result, a new Community Interest Company (CIC) was founded, with a new focus on the community and with the support of the many venues and bars that make up the Gay Village.Reiterating the core message behind the new-look event, this year's Parade will take on