Up to 1.5 million expected to attend London Pride celebrations

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleLondon Pride is expected to attract around 1.5 million people to the capital for a day of celebration and activism for LGBT+ communities. The parade, featuring 35,000 marchers, follows an iconic route from Hyde Park to Whitehall, passing landmarks such as Trafalgar Square. This year's event is centred on the campaign 'An Alliance of Defiance', emphasising queer people supporting each other. Singer MNEK is headlining the main stage in Trafalgar Square, with additional performances across a Cabaret stage and a Trans and Non-Binary Community stage. Attendees are advised to stay hydrated and use sunscreen due to temperatures reaching 28C, while a 'Quiet Pride' initiative offers an accessible viewing experience. In fullLondon Pride live: Thousands to line streets for iconic LGBTQ+ marchMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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