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

What's OnWhat's On NewsManchester PrideLIVE EVENT ENDEDUpdated 2 mins agoThere's a 'No Place Like Home' theme this time roundManchester Pride Parade 2026(Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News)Updated 15:02, 29 Aug 2026Manchester Village Pride saw see an abundance of colour, joy and celebration as its annual parade took 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 the theme of 'No Place Like Home'. Not only s