The Birmingham Pride Parade is free for all to watch. The Big Free Community Event on the Friday of Birmingham Pride Weekend is also free. A ticket or wristband is required to enjoy all of the stages, market stalls, food vendors, fun fair, and other attractions within the Birmingham Gay Village.

Children under 11 do not require a wristband but a free ticket must be obtained and all children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Birmingham Pride celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community, but everyone who aligns with the values of Pride is welcome to attend. Anyone displaying homophobic, transphobic, or anti-social behaviour will be removed from the festival site. 

Alcohol and glass containers are not allowed inside the festival site. Sealed plastic water bottles (up to 500ml) are permitted. There will be plenty of bars and food vendors on site. 

Children under 18 must always be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 11 and under can attend for free but must book a ticket in advance. ID will be required to redeem wristbands for children on the day. 

If you have purchased tickets in advance, you must exchange your ticket for a wristband either in advance or on the day of Pride itself. Wristband exchange information will be announced closer to the festival.

Wristbands must be worn at all times and be intact and secure. Torn, damaged, or lost wristbands will not be replaced. Wristbands are non-transferable. Wristbands are required for entry and to purchase drinks at bars within the festival site. 

Yes, Birmingham Pride is committed to accessibility for all. There will be accessible toilets and support services available. Please visit our Accessibility page or contact our access team for detailed information. 

Small bags no larger than A4 size are allowed. Large bags and backpacks are not permitted for safety reasons. Sunscreen is allowed but must be in containers of 50ml or less. 

No food or drink (except one sealed water bottle up to 500ml) may be brought onto the festival site. There will be a variety of food vendors and bars available. 

Pets are not allowed on the festival site due to crowds and noise. Assistance dogs are welcome. Please contact our Access Team at acess@birminghampride.com if you are planning on bringing an assistance dog. 

Bars and vendors accept both cash and card payments across the festival site. 

To ensure a safe environment, the following are prohibited: psychoactive substances or legal highs, weapons or dangerous items, alcohol and glass containers, flares, fireworks, pyrotechnics, Chinese lanterns, large inflatables, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, drones, flyer distribution. Security may inspect aerosols or gels upon entry. 

The Birmingham Pride Parade celebrations start at 11am in Victoria Square and moves through the city centre from 12 noon on Saturday 29th May 2027. It ends in the Gay Village. It is free to watch and open to all that align with the values of Pride.  

Yes! We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds aged 16 and over. Visit our volunteers page for more information and to apply. 

Birmingham Pride is a not-for-profit organisation. Since 2014, the festival has awarded over £250,000 to local community and support groups, helping fund essential LGBTQIA+ services. The Birmingham Pride Community Foundation accepts applications for grants for grants from qualifying community groups. Details of the process can be found on the community grants page of the website.